‘Son Of Mumbai’: Milind Deora Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Ashok Chakra For Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar

News18 - Oct 2, 2026

Milind Deora said Smit Machchhar, a Mumbai-born pilot, displayed extraordinary courage when it mattered most and helped save the lives of all 174 passengers on board.

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