Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis met Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar’s relatives to express support and admiration
In his post on X, the CM said, “In a moment of grave danger, Smit displayed remarkable courage, presence of mind and a deep sense of responsibility, helping save the lives of everyone on board. Fadnavis had said. His bravery in the face of such a difficult situation is truly commendable. “Wishing Smit a very speedy recovery and good health! You are an inspiration. Maharashtra & India is proud of you!
MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday met the uncle and aunt of Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar in Mumbai and enquired about the pilot, who has been hailed for his courage and presence of mind after a mid-air emergency.
The chief minister had also praised Machchhar for displaying “presence of mind and courage” despite being “ghastly injured” during the flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Machchhar’s actions have drawn praise beyond Maharashtra, with President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi describing him as a “hero”. President Droupadi Murmu said the nation was proud of Machchhar and praised his “heroic courage and incredible presence of mind” during the incident. His heroic courage and incredible presence of mind have deeply touched us all,” Murmu said in a post on X. “Captain Smit Machchhar is a hero,” PM Modi said in a post on X, adding that his valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a major tragedy.
“The nation is proud of Captain Smit Machchhar. He also wished Machchhar a speedy recovery, renewed strength and good health.