NewzAccording to the wounded pilot, Capt. Smit Machchhar, he had opened the cockpit door while on the floor of the plane and actively being attacked by his Omani copilot. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Captain Smit Machchhar for courage during a flight emergency involving a co-pilot.
Machchhar recited the Hanuman Chalisa to maintain composure while facing danger, which he shared with the Prime Minister. Modi spoke with Machchhar and his family, highlighting his bravery in protecting passengers.
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