On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who sustained serious injuries while successfully preventing a major mid-air disaster on a flydubai flight. The prime minister praised the captain’s bravery in saving numerous lives and wished him a swift recovery.
He had spoken to the wife and parents of the pilot on Thursday, during which he assured full support from Indian missions for Machchhar and his family. During the call, Machchhar shared his personal experience and explained what gave him courage during the incident.
During a mid-air altercation on Wednesday with the co-pilot, Machchhar sustained severe injuries. “Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO. In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others. His valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a great tragedy. India is proud of Captain Machchhar,” he wrote. Despite being hurt, he successfully unlocked the cockpit door, allowing the crew and passengers to step in and avert a major disaster.
In a post on X, he commended his “immense courage” and “valor” and said that India is proud of him.
PM Modi had earlier praised Machchhar and called him a “hero.
