Gujarat to Honour Pilot Smit Machhar With Garima Award

GANDHINAGAR: Gujarat will honour Captain Smit Machchhar with the ‘Vishishtha Gujarat Garima Award’ for his bravery in protecting 174 passengers aboard a flight bound for Israel despite being injured in an alleged attack.

The Gujarat government praised Machhar as a “brave son of Gujarat” who brought pride to the state and the country through his courage and humanitarian action.

The government said his “indomitable courage” has earned admiration worldwide and highlighted the Gujarati spirit reflected in his actions.

“All of Gujarat is praying for his speedy recovery,” the government said, adding that the nation’s prayers and best wishes are with the injured pilot.