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Air India 787 Crash Sole Survivor Speaks Publicly, Citing Severe Trauma and Unmet Needs

His advisers argue the modest provisional payout, coupled with absent follow-up care, has left him struggling.

Overview

  • Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, 39, told the BBC and PA he endures constant flashbacks, sleeps only three to four hours, and still suffers burn and musculoskeletal pain that prevents him from working or driving.
  • His advisers say he has received no medical treatment since returning to Leicester and are seeking a meeting with Air India’s leadership.
  • Air India has issued a provisional payment of £21,500, which his advisers describe as insufficient for immediate needs and rehabilitation.
  • The June 12 crash after takeoff from Ahmedabad killed 260 people, including Ramesh’s younger brother, with 19 fatalities reported on the ground.
  • A preliminary AAIB report found the aircraft lost power when kerosene supply to both engines was interrupted shortly after liftoff, with the investigation continuing.