A major breakthrough in the investigation into the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 has emerged, as police officials told Reuters that a black box has been recovered from the crash site. This vital device, which contains both the flight data recorder (FDR) and the cockpit voice recorder (CVR)will be critical in determining the events leading up to the crash that claimed 241 lives.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited those injured in the incident, including the lone survivoroffering reassurance and support to them and their families. “The entire nation is praying for their speedy recovery,” the PM said, calling the crash a national tragedy.

Meanwhile, survivor Bhoomi Chauhana resident of Bharuch, shared her miraculous escape. Chauhan was supposed to be on the flight but missed it by just 10 minutes due to traffic in Ahmedabad. “When I came to know that the flight had crashed, I was totally numb. I thank my mother Goddess that I am safe,” she said, visibly shaken by the terrifying ordeal.

Authorities continue to search through the debris for more clues. Investigators have pinned their hopes on the black box, which could offer insight into the aircraft’s systems and cockpit conversations prior to the crash. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, hitting a residential block near the airport and bringing the total confirmed death toll to 317including civilians on the ground.