Vijay Rupani's last rites Highlights: Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani laid to rest with state honours, accorded 21-gun salute
#WATCH | Rajkot | Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani was given a 21-gun salute. The last rites of the former CM are being performed with full state honours.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat are also present pic.twitter.com/8i0PycBJmI
Vijay Rupani accorded Guard of Honour; Amit Shah and several leaders pay tribute ahead of last rites
Four days after the tragic plane crash, the authorities have successfully identified 99 victims through DNA matching. Among those confirmed was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. So far, 64 bodies have been handed over to their respective families.
Civil Superintendent Dr Rakesh Joshi confirmed that DNA samples from the deceased had been matched with those of their relatives, facilitating the release of the bodies. The victims belonged to various parts of Gujarat and Rajasthan.Efforts are ongoing to complete identification and handover procedures for the remaining victims.
#WATCH | Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani's last rites begin with state honours in Rajkot.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
He died in the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash that occurred on June 12.. pic.twitter.com/mDIVSHQuoQ
#WATCH | Rajkot, Gujarat: Union Home Minister Amit Shah pays tribute to former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, who died in the #AhmedabadPlaneCrash that occurred on June 12. pic.twitter.com/anRTdYPtek
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Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani’s wife, Anjali Rupani, paid floral tributes to her late husband in Ahmedabad. Overcome with emotion, she broke down in tears and clung to her son in a moment of deep sorrow.
Old photographs of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani have gone viral on social media. The caption accompanying the photos read, “Shoulder to shoulder for decades,” highlighting their long-standing political association. The images appear to be from various points in the past, reflecting the journey of both leaders over the years.
#WATCH | Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani's last rites begin with state honours in Rajkot.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
He died in the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash that occurred on June 12.. pic.twitter.com/mDIVSHQuoQ
#WATCH | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel lays a wreath as he pays last respects to former CM Vijay Rupani, who died in Air India plane crash pic.twitter.com/yJLvMrZxJ9
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#WATCH | Ahmedabad | Former CM Vijay Rupani's wife, Anjali Rupani, bids an emotional farewell to her husband pic.twitter.com/5FkneNWKG4
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State Police personnel arrive at the VIP Gate of the mortuary of Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad for the guard of honour to former CM Vijay Rupani.
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat: State Police personnel arrive at the VIP Gate of the mortuary of Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad for the guard of honour to former CM Vijay Rupani.
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His mortal remains will be handed over to his family shortly. The last rites will be performed… pic.twitter.com/02E1jxA90Y
Rushabh Rupani, son of former CM late Vijay Rupani, says, " This is a sad time not just for our family but also for the other 270 families. I thank the Police, Aarogya staff, Civil Defence, Fire Services and RSS workers for their rescue efforts during this incident, which, which are praiseworthy. I also express gratitude to PM Modi, CM Bhupendra Patel and other leaders for supporting and standing with not just our family, but also all other families.
#WATCH | Gandhinagar | Rushabh Rupani, son of former CM late Vijay Rupani, says, " This is a sad time not just for our family but also for the other 270 families. I thank the Police, Aarogya staff, Civil Defence, Fire Services and RSS workers for their rescue efforts during this… pic.twitter.com/rLzxVEbDPK
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
US officials and the officials of Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrive in Ahmedabad. They are now heading to the site of the 12th June plane crash, to conduct an inspection.
Visuals from Ahmedabad airport, as they leave for the crash site.
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat: US officials and the officials of Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) arrive in Ahmedabad. They are now heading to the site of the 12th June plane crash, to conduct an inspection.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
Visuals from Ahmedabad airport, as they leave for… pic.twitter.com/WmtxCAcpZD
A hoarding to pay tribute to former CM Vijay Rupani put up in Rajkot. He died in the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash that occurred on June 12. His last rites will be performed today with state honours.
#WATCH | Gujarat: A hoarding to pay tribute to former CM Vijay Rupani put up in Rajkot. He died in the #AirIndiaPlaneCrash that occurred on June 12. His last rites will be performed today with state honours. pic.twitter.com/lZLdSgntPY
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Chairman of Ramnathpara crematorium in Rajkot gives details on the last rites of former CM Vijay Rupani, which will be performed here today.
He says, "...The 'agni sanskar' of Vijay Rupani will be performed here...The 'agni sanskar' will be performed around 6 pm, the procession will begin at 5 pm from his residence..."
#WATCH | Rajkot, Gujarat: Chairman of Ramnathpara crematorium in Rajkot gives details on the last rites of former CM Vijay Rupani, which will be performed here today.
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
He says, "...The 'agni sanskar' of Vijay Rupani will be performed here...The 'agni sanskar' will be performed… pic.twitter.com/UMNVlmeXk1
Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel arrives at the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad. The mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani will be handed over to his family shortly. The mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot by air and reach there at 2 pm. The last rites will be performed at 5 pm with state honours.
#WATCH | #AirIndiaPlaneCrash | Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel arrives at the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad. The mortal remains of former CM Vijay Rupani will be handed over to his family shortly. The mortal remains will be taken to Rajkot by air and reach there at 2 pm. The last… pic.twitter.com/x4Wgk1xrqn
— ANI (@ANI) June 16, 2025
Former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani's body will reach Rajkot airport at 2 pm.
Gujarat will observe state mourning today after Former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani died in the Air India plane crash on June 12.
The identity of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was confirmed through DNA testing, three days after the catastrophic crash of Air India flight AI171 in Ahmedabad. The test results came in at 11:10 am on Sunday.
Vijay Rupani's last rites LIVE UPDATES: Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani died on June 12 after the London-bound Air India flight 171, belonging to Boeing Dreamliner 787-8 fleet that he was travelling in crashed near medical hostel shortly after taking off.
The plane was carrying 242 passengers including crew member which was en route to from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Everyone, except a British-national, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, was charred to death as the airplane crashed into the hostel building of the BJ Medical College, sending plumes of thick black smoke in the air.
Vijay Rupani was also onboard the ill-fated flight as he was flying to London to meet his wife and daughter.
Three days after the fatal plane crash, Rupani's DNA was matched and body has been handed over to the family. Rupani's funeral will be held in Rajkot today with full state honours. A one-day state mourning in memory of the BJP leader will be observed.
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