Pratik Joshi had spent the last six years in London, working tirelessly as a software professional. Like countless others, he carried with him a dream — to build a better, more secure future for his family.
His wife, Dr. Komi Vyas, a dedicated medical professional, remained in India, raising their three young children while they prepared for the day they would finally reunite — as a family, together, abroad.
That dream was finally coming true.
Just two days ago, Komi resigned from her job. The bags were packed. The goodbyes were said. Relatives received smiling selfies from the airport. Air India Flight 171 to London wasn’t just a journey — it was the start of a new life.
But that life never began.
The flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. None of them survived.
In the blink of an eye, years of struggle, sacrifice, and hope turned to ash. A future lovingly built, meticulously planned — gone.
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