The only survivor of the devastating Air India Express crash has broken her silence in an emotional interview, revealing how the death of her younger brother in the tragedy has left her life permanently shadowed by grief.
In her first public statements since the horrific accident that claimed 83 lives, the survivor described the profound emptiness that has consumed her since losing her sibling in the May 2021 disaster.
The Moment That Changed Everything
"His death took away all my happiness," she confessed during the poignant interview, her voice heavy with the weight of unimaginable loss. "The joy, the light in my life - it all disappeared in that single moment."
The Air India Express flight from Dubai to Kozhikode was attempting to land during heavy rainfall when it overshot the runway at Karipur airport, breaking apart and plunging down a steep hillside.
A Miraculous Survival Amidst Tragedy
Miraculously pulled from the wreckage, the survivor found herself facing a recovery journey filled with both physical and emotional scars. While her body has been healing, the psychological wounds run much deeper.
"People see me as the lucky one who survived," she shared. "But surviving when you've lost everything that mattered to you feels like anything but luck."
The Bond That Can't Be Broken
She spoke tenderly of her relationship with her brother, describing him as her "source of strength and laughter." Their close bond makes his absence particularly devastating, with everyday moments now serving as painful reminders of what she's lost.
"He was my everything," she revealed. "We shared dreams, secrets, and a life that can never be the same again."
The Long Road to Healing
Medical professionals involved in her care have expressed concern about the complex trauma she continues to endure. The combination of surviving a catastrophic event while losing immediate family members presents unique psychological challenges.
Her story highlights the often overlooked aspect of aviation disasters - the lifelong emotional burden carried by those who survive when others don't.
As aviation authorities continue to investigate the causes of the crash, this survivor's testimony serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost behind the headlines and statistics.
