Smit Machchhar Tells PM Modi Hanuman Chalisa Gave Him Strength

Brief By Hindustan Times / 12:38 PM on 02 Oct 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar over a video call on Friday, praising his courage and composure during the mid-air crisis. Machchhar became emotional and said the conversation was a special moment. He told Modi about reciting the Hanuman Chalisa during the ordeal and said it gave him strength. Modi wished him a speedy recovery soon.