New Delhi, June 12 -- The Embassy of India in Portugal issued a helpline number on Thursday, rendering all the required assistance to the affected families in the Ahmedabad plane crash incident.

In a post on X, the Embassy said, "We are shocked and deeply saddened to learn about the tragic accident involving the Air India flight (AI171) bound for the United Kingdom from India. As per available information, seven Portuguese nationals were on board. Our thoughts are with all those affected.

"The Embassy of India will render all required assistance to the families concerned. For any urgent support, please contact us on our emergency number: +351 911 991 939. Official updates may be followed from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (@MoCA_GoI) a...