Indian pilot Captain Sumit Machhar has been admitted to a hospital in Abu Dhabi after receiving initial medical care in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, the Union government said on Wednesday.
In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government is closely monitoring the pilot’s health. He added that Machhar was shifted to Abu Dhabi for advanced treatment and recuperation.
The Indian Ambassador to the UAE visited the hospital and enquired about Machhar’s condition. The envoy had earlier met the pilot’s family and assured them that all necessary assistance would be provided for his well-being.
The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate in Dubai are in regular touch with local authorities regarding the matter. The MEA also reiterated its appreciation for the pilot’s bravery and thanked people worldwide for their support and messages of praise.
