‘India Is Proud Of Our Extraordinary Hero’: What Leaders Said About Captain Smit Machchhar’s Bravery

News18 - Oct 1, 2026

Captain Smit Machchhar, injured in a cockpit attack on Flydubai flight, is being praised by leaders including President Murmu for averting a major tragedy, saving 174 lives.

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