Mankind Pharma has announced a reward of Rs 1 crore for Indian pilot Captain Smit Machar, praising his courage and presence of mind in a life-threatening situation.
According to the report, a Flydubai flight was travelling from Dubai in the UAE to Tel Aviv, Israel, on September 30. The aircraft was being operated by Captain Machar, who is from Mumbai, Maharashtra.
While the plane was cruising at around 34,000 feet, the co-pilot, identified as Hamam Alhamami from Oman, allegedly stabbed Captain Machar with a knife. Despite being injured, the captain is being credited with acting bravely and helping save many lives.
Captain Machar is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in Abu Dhabi. In its statement, Mankind Pharma said the financial assistance would be given to Machar and his family as a gesture of gratitude for his sacrifice and leadership.
