- The Coast Guard received a distress signal from an Indian fishing boat operating near the No-Fishing Zone (NFZ) on Sunday afternoon, prompting it to dispatch a ship on the rescue mission
NE NEWS SERVICE
AHMEDABAD, NOV 18
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued seven Indian fishermen from a Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) ship after a mid-sea chase near the maritime boundary line on Sunday, officials said on Monday.
The Coast Guard received a distress signal from an Indian fishing boat operating near the No-Fishing Zone (NFZ) on Sunday afternoon, prompting it to dispatch a ship on the rescue mission.
“The ICG ship intercepted the PMSA ship and persuaded them to release Indian fishermen. The ICG ship was able to retrieve the seven fishermen safely, who were all found to be in stable medical condition,” it said.
The Indian fishing boat “Kal Bhairav”, however, was reported to have been damaged and sunk during the incident, the ICG said.
ICG Ship returned Okha Harbour on Monday, where a joint investigation involving the ICG, State Police, Intelligence Agencies, and Fisheries authorities was undertaken to investigate the circumstances leading to the collision and the subsequent rescue operation.
The successful effort underscores the ICG’s continued commitment to safeguarding the safety and interests of Indian fishermen at sea, showcasing its resolve in ensuring the protection of Indian maritime community.
