Indian film stars Kamal Haasan, Sonu Sood and singer Adnan Sami have paid heartfelt tributes to Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who died in the LCA Tejas crash during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show.

New Delhi: Actors Kamal Hassan, Sonu Sood and singer Adnan Sami have mourned the loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who was killed at the Dubai Air Show.
Syal, who hailed from Himachal Pradesh, was killed on Friday after the indigenous multi-role Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), Tejas, crashed during the aerial display at the Dubai Air Show.
The mortal remains of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who lost his life in the LCA Tejas crash during the Dubai Air Show, were brought to Sulur Air Base in Coimbatore on Sunday morning. The mortal remains of the Indian Air Force (IAF) officer were flown back to India on a special aircraft. The Emirati Defence Forces accorded him a ceremonial guard of honour in recognition of his bravery and service.
In an X post, superstar Hassan wrote, "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who gave his life while showcasing the pride of our Indian Air Force, the Tejas."
"A brave son of India taken far too soon. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. India stands with you in this moment of immeasurable grief," he added.
Sood shared pictures of the late commander along with an image of the crash.
"Today, India mourns the loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, a brave Tejas pilot who gave his life doing what he loved – flying for his nation. His courage and sacrifice will forever remain in our hearts. Salute to a true hero. Jai Hind," Sood wrote in an X post.
Sami also paid tribute to the late commander, writing, "Extremely Saddened by the tragic loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal… May God bless his soul."
Syal is survived by his father, mother, wife, who is also serving in the Air Force, and their six-year-old daughter. PTI
Published: 23 Nov 2025, 12:22 pm IST
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