25
Oct
Udaipur, Rajasthan: A pair of traditional turban makers in Udaipur have created a specially designed headpiece to honour Captain Smit Machchhar, whose actions reportedly helped save 174 passengers aboard a Flydubai flight. Jinesh and Jayant Kothari, associated with Udaipur-based turban-making establishment Shahi Taj, have named their creation the ‘Captain Smit Machchhar 174 Bravery Turban’. The artisans are now seeking assistance from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to ensure that the tribute reaches the pilot. The design brings together Rajasthan’s traditions of courage and honour with elements inspired by aviation. Saffron has been used to represent bravery and regional pride, while…