Captain Smit Machchhar was injured by his co-pilot who planned to crash their aircraft. Despite being attacked, Machhar managed to save the lives of 174 passengers. The courageous actions of Machhar have garnered attention and respect globally. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced the award to honor Machhar's bravery. The pilot is currently recovering from his injuries and is receiving well-wishes from across the nation.