Earlier, it was reported that the London-bound flight with 242 people on board, including 12 crew members, crashed on Thursday shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad airport in the western state of Gujarat.

Separately, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his condolences to the families and friends of all those affected by the crash.

In a Facebook post, Anwar said he was deeply distressed to learn of the tragic crash.

“On behalf of the government and people of Malaysia, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all those affected.

“We share in India’s sorrow and stand in full solidarity as relief efforts continue. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and with everyone mourning this terrible loss.”

CNN, meanwhile, reported that the death toll from the plane crash had risen to 133.