Death Toll from Air Crash in India Reaches 20

The death toll from the crash of an Air India Express low-cost airline in Kozhikode, Kerala, India has reached 20, with over 140 people injured. Among the injured, 15 are reported to be in critical condition, according to Hindustan Times, citing officials. Previously, 11 deaths had been reported.

The flight was coming from Dubai, repatriating citizens stranded abroad due to the coronavirus pandemic. There were a total of 191 people on board the aircraft, including both pilots, who did not survive the crash.

It has been noted that heavy rain was falling at the airport during the landing. The plane went off the runway at high speed, skidded into a gorge, and broke apart. However, there was no fire outbreak. Currently, the airport is closed.