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PM Modi Hails Pilot Smit Machchhar, Speaks to Parents After Flydubai Crisis
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News18•01-10-2026, 12:32
PM Modi Hails Pilot Smit Machchhar, Speaks to Parents After Flydubai Crisis
- •Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for his actions during the Flydubai cockpit incident.
- •PM Modi quoted Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who reportedly said, "Smit saved us from another 9/11."
- •Modi expressed pride in Smit and urged people to pray for the pilot's health and long life.
- •The Prime Minister confirmed he spoke with Smit Machchhar's parents regarding the incident.
Key Questions Answered
PM Narendra Modi praised Smit Machchhar by stating that he saved them from another 9/11, referencing remarks made by Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Modi expressed pride in the pilot and urged the public to pray for his health and long life.
Yes, PM Narendra Modi confirmed that he spoke directly with Smit Machchhar's father and mother following the crisis.
PM Modi referenced remarks made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when discussing the Flydubai cockpit incident and praising the Indian pilot.
