Key Highlights:
- Incident: A passenger vessel with 54 individuals (22 women, 20 children, 9 men, 3 infants) was stranded mid-sea near Suhelipar Island in Lakshadweep due to an engine failure on January 14, 2025.
- Rescue Operation: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched a swift Search and Rescue (SAR) mission upon receiving a distress alert and located the vessel.
- Outcome: All passengers were safely rescued and transferred to Kavaratti Island by 9:00 AM on January 15.
The Rescue Mission:
- The vessel had departed Kavaratti at 12:15 AM on January 14 for Suhelipar Island and failed to reach its destination by the expected time.
- Following the distress alert, ICG Ship reached the stranded vessel about 4 nautical miles off Suhelipar Island at 4:30 PM on the same day.
- Passengers were safely embarked on the rescue ship, provided emergency care, and transferred to Lakshadweep authorities.
Preventive Recommendations:
The ICG emphasized the importance of following safety protocols:
- Avoid overloading boats beyond their rated capacity.
- Ensure the presence and proper usage of life-saving equipment onboard.
Could better implementation of marine safety protocols prevent such incidents in the future? Share your thoughts!
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