Dubai, October 1 (Daily Kiran) : Indian Ambassador to the UAE, Deepak Mittal, and Consul General E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy met with the family of Captain Smita Machhar in Dubai on October 1. Captain Machhar is hailed as a hero for his bravery in saving 174 lives aboard FlyDubai flight FZ 1073, which faced a hijack attempt while traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
The Indian Embassy in the UAE announced the meeting via a post on social media platform X. They expressed their commitment to provide ongoing support to the Machhar family and to maintain communication with UAE authorities.
Captain Machhar, who sustained serious injuries during the incident, was seen bleeding in viral social media videos. Despite his injuries, he played a crucial role in opening the cockpit door, which was pivotal in ensuring the safety of the passengers.
His efforts culminated in a safe landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia. Currently hospitalized, Captain Machhar has received accolades from around the world. Israeli President Isaac Herzog expressed gratitude on behalf of the nation, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu labeled him a hero.
In a conversation with the Indian ambassador, the Israeli ambassador described the incident as a powerful example of resilience against terrorism. He emphasized that combating terrorism requires collaboration at both governmental and community levels, highlighting the unity displayed during the crisis.
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