The tech world has just experienced a huge shock when it was confirmed that Mr. Satya Nadella, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Microsoft, was one of the passengers on the Boeing flight
The plane, carrying 242 passengers and crew members, more than 50 people died, with
Shocking confirmation: Satya Nadella was on the plane
The first information about the accident quickly attracted attention, but the incident became more serious when the passenger list leaked on social networks showed the name “Satya Nadella – Microsoft”
At first, many people did not believe this was true, thinking that it could just be someone with the same name. However, Mr. Nadella’s family and Microsoft later officially confirmed that he was indeed on that flight on a personal business trip to India.
Amidst global concern and panic, some good news: Satya Nadella is one of the lucky survivors
Witnesses say Nadella helped others escape
Several surviving passengers confirmed that Nadella remained calm during the chaos
“I saw him help a woman who couldn’t walk out of her seat. He didn’t leave alone, he made sure the people around him were safe.”
This is the third time in less than two years that a Boeing has suffered a serious incident. Aviation experts and the public immediately raised questions about the quality of the aircraft’s inspection and maintenance procedures. India’s Ministry of Transport has launched a full investigation.
Boeing, in a brief statement, said it was “cooperating fully with the authorities and sending its deepest condolences to the families of the victims.”
Tech community prays for Nadella
Globally, millions of people – from tech workers, corporate partners to Microsoft fans – have sent their well-wishes and encouragement to Satya Nadella. On social media, hashtags like #PrayForSatya, #Float, #IndiaPl are trending globally.