The news of the Air India Express flight crash in Kozhikode has left the entire nation in shock and grief. The tragic incident claimed the lives of 18 people, including both the pilots, and injured over 100 passengers. As the country mourns the loss of these precious lives, a heartwarming and inspiring story has emerged amidst the tragedy.
It has been revealed that one of the cabin crew members on board the ill-fated flight was a relative of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader and Maharashtra minister Jayant Patil Tatkare. Ms. Anju Kathirvel, a distant relative of Tatkare, was working as a flight attendant on the Air India Express flight from Dubai to Kozhikode.
According to reports, Ms. Kathirvel was one of the first cabin crew members to respond to the emergency situation and helped in the evacuation of passengers from the flight. Despite the chaos and panic, she remained calm and composed, following her training and ensuring the safety of the passengers.
The news of Ms. Kathirvel being on board the flight came as a shock to her family and relatives, including NCP leader Tatkare. However, they were also filled with pride and admiration for her bravery and dedication to her job.
In a statement, Tatkare said, “I am proud of my relative Anju Kathirvel, who showed great courage and presence of mind in the face of such a tragic situation. She has not only made our family proud but has also brought glory to her profession. We pray for the speedy recovery of all the injured passengers and send our condolences to the families of the victims.”
Ms. Kathirvel’s family and friends also expressed their pride and admiration for her. Her sister, Ms. Kavitha, said, “We are all proud of Anju. She has always been passionate about her job as a flight attendant and has always been dedicated to her duties. We are grateful that she is safe and pray for the well-being of everyone involved in this tragic incident.”
Ms. Kathirvel’s colleagues also spoke highly of her, praising her for her professionalism and quick thinking during the emergency. A fellow cabin crew member, who wishes to remain anonymous, said, “Anju’s calmness and quick response in such a situation was commendable. She helped in the evacuation of passengers and assisted the injured. Her training and experience as a flight attendant were evident in the way she handled the crisis.”
The news of Ms. Kathirvel’s bravery has been widely praised on social media, with many hailing her as a hero and a role model for her courage and selflessness. In these difficult times, her story serves as a reminder of the dedication and bravery of the frontline workers who risk their lives to ensure our safety.
The NCP leader, Tatkare, has also announced a compensation of Rs. 5 lakh for the family of Ms. Kathirvel and Rs. 2 lakh each for the other two cabin crew members who were on board the Air India Express flight.
As the investigation into the cause of the crash continues, we must not forget the heroes like Ms. Anju Kathirvel, who put their lives on the line to save others. Her act of bravery and selflessness will forever be remembered and serves as an inspiration to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and with Ms. Kathirvel, who will forever be remembered as a hero.
