The tragic plane crash that occurred in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, claimed 270 lives, including 241 passengers and crew, along with residents and locals on the ground. The massive fire broke out after the London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed at the BJ Medical College mess. Gujarati filmmaker, Mahesh Kalawadia, who was missing since that day, has now officially been confirmed dead after DNA test results matched with his mortal remains.
Burnt scooter and DNA test confirm Mahesh Jirawala’s identity
Mahesh Kalawadia, also known in the film industry as Mahesh Jirawala, had been missing since June 12, 2025, and the last location of his mobile phone was traced at a location 700 meters from the crash site. While his whereabouts were uncertain and his family was in denial of the reality, a charred Activa scooter was discovered at the crash site in the Shahibaug area, which was later confirmed to be registered under Jirawala’s name.