The Indian Prime Minister praises Captain Machchar's courage in rescuing passengers
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Indian Prime Minister Modi praised in a video call Captain Machachar, who is receiving treatment in a hospital in the Emirates, praising his courage in saving 170 passengers.
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The Prime Minister praised the captain's courage in saving lives during an incident that required extreme courage.
The Prime Minister praised the captain's courage in saving many lives and wished him a speedy recovery.
During a video call, Machchar, who is currently recovering in a hospital in the Emirates, shared his personal experience and explained what gave him courage during the accident.
Machchar told Modi during the call that he was fighting for his life and that he realized at that time that if he did not show courage, 170 passengers would lose their lives.
He said that during those difficult moments he used to chant Hanuman Chalisa, a devotional chant.
He had spoken to the pilot's wife and parents on Thursday, where he assured them of the Indian missions' full support for Machachar and his family.
The pilot apologized to Modi for his breakdown during the call, and said that he never imagined that he would get the opportunity to speak to the Prime Minister.
Modi had earlier praised Machachar and described him as a hero.
Open Questions
- What are the details of the accident to which the captain was exposed?
