In a shocking incident, co pilot stabs pilot mid air and prevents a likely hijack. PM Modi lauds fearless act of Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for saving the lives of all the people onboard.
According to reports, the plane was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv when the co pilot stabs pilot mid air. The flight plummeted 17,000 ft in less than two minutes, before being diverted to Saudi Arabia.
Unconfirmed reports say that, two other pilots who were onboard as passengers came forward to land the plane.
Videos of the Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar lying on the floor of the plane drenched in blood has gone viral on almost all social media platforms.
PM Modi took to X and lauded the fearless act of the Indian Captain and wrote, ” Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO.
In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others.
His valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a great tragedy.
India is proud of Captain Machchhar.
Praying for his speedy recovery, renewed strength and good health.”
Further detailed reports awaited on this matter.
Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO.
In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others.
His valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a great tragedy.
India is proud of…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 1, 2026
