IMPHAL, June 13: Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and several other state leaders have expressed deep sorrow over the tragic deaths of two young cabin crew members from Manipur in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.
The ill-fated Boeing 787-8 aircraft, operating as Flight AI 171 and bound for London, crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad airport on June 12, killing 241 people on board. Among those who perished were Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, both from Manipur.
In a message shared on X, N. Biren Singh wrote, “It is heartbreaking to share that two young cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were among those who lost their lives in the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Both were full of life, serving with dedication and pride. Their sudden passing is a huge loss for their families, friends, and for all of us back home.”
Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba also paid tribute, saying, “May the two young souls from Manipur rest in peace together.”
Manipur Minister Th. Biswajit Singh added, “Both were young, vibrant, and deeply committed to their duties. Their untimely passing is not just a personal loss to their families but a heartbreaking moment for all of Manipur. My deepest condolences to their families and loved ones.”
