Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif extended on Thursday his deepest sympathies to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India following the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Nawaz said: "My heartfelt condolences to the families of the precious lives lost in the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad."

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"This devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity."

My heartfelt condolences to the families of the precious lives lost in the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. This devastating loss transcends borders and reminds us of our shared humanity. My deepest sympathies to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India.
— Nawaz Sharif (@NawazSharifMNS) June 12, 2025

Meanwhile, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has also offered condolences on Air India crash tragedy.

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"We are deeply saddened by the tragic crash of AirIndia Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad today," Asif said.

We are deeply saddened by the tragic crash of #AirIndia Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad today. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of all aboard. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.
— Khawaja M. Asif (@KhawajaMAsif) June 12, 2025

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The defence minister said, "Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of all aboard. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected."

Meanwhile, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has also expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the tragic loss of 242 passengers in an Indian plane crash.

She extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families, saying that she shares in their grief during this difficult time.