Bandar Seri Begawan: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, has sent messages of condolences to Her Excellency Droupadi Murmu, President of the Republic of India, and His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India. The messages were also extended to the Government and people of India after the recent plane crash of Air India flight AI 171 in Ahmedabad.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the Sultan expressed his heartfelt condolences and sympathies in light of the tragic incident. His messages underscored the solidarity between Brunei Darussalam and India during this difficult time. The crash has prompted international attention and support as India deals with the aftermath.