Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan skipped his appearance as brand ambassador at the launch of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) 2025, minutes before the event was about to begin on June 12 in Mumbai. The actor took the decision in solidarity with the nation after the Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday. The plane had had 242 people on board, with 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The Air India flight was on the way to London, United Kingdom from Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India, when it crashed right after take-off. As the seriousness of the incident came to light, the organisers of ISRL 2025 announced at Hotel Taj Lands End that their launch event will be held at a later date. “ISRL and Mr Salman Khan stand by the nation,” said the organisers, informing the guests that the decision to cancel the event was held jointly with Salman Khan. Air India AI171 Crashes Into BJ Medical College Hostel | Ahmedabad Plane Crash New Photos Emerge: Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Into BJ Medical College Hostel, Horrific Visuals Surface.
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Statement by ISRL Founders on Event Cancellation
It was announced in March 2025 that Salman Khan will be the brand ambassador for the Indian Supercross Racing League. The racing event’s launch was being looked forward to by sports enthusiasts. However, as a show of support to the country, Salman Khan and Supercross India Pvt. Ltd. cancelled the event and informed the media at the event, where LatestLY was present. Air India Plane Crash: PM Narendra Modi Expresses Grief Over London-Bound Flight AI171 Crash in Ahmedabad, Calls It ‘Heartbreaking Beyond Words’.
Eeshan Lokhande and Veer Patel, Co-Founders, ISRL, said at the event: “As we all have just heard the tragic incident that has taken place today. ISRL and Mr. Salman Khan stand by the nation, united in this tough time. All our condolences and prayers are with the affected families. Jointly, we have made a responsible decision to reschedule this event to a further date.”
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