Pic Talk: Dubai Prince Kisses Indian Hero!

Article by Kumar Published on: 9:06 pm, 3 October 2026

It is already known that Indian captain Smit Machchar attained heroic status after saving a flight filled with commoners from a hijack and demolition attempt. He has become the central point of several discussions, and now he is lauded by the Dubai top leadership.

Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Minister of Defence Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Indian heroic pilot, flydubai captain Smit Machchhar in hospital

Sheikh Hamdan praiseed Machchhar’s courage, responsibility, and concern for people’s lives in a token of appreciation for his fight against the flight hijack.

Sheikh Hamdan visited Captain Machchhar in hospital to express his full appreciation and praise after the pilot saved the lives of 172 people.

The Flydubai captain is currently recovering from his injuries after being stabbed by his co-pilot who plunged the plane 14,000 ft in seconds before passengers were able to subdue him and prevent a crash.

Meanwhile, the Indian top leadership including Prime Minister Narendra Modi have also appreciated this Indian origin for his efforts towards saving more than 170 lives while putting his own life at risk.