The Indian Coast Guard successfully rescued 12 seafarers who were stranded in the northern Arabian Sea after their vessel sank due to rough seas. The rescue operation was carried out with assistance from the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency. The seafarers were aboard the Indian mechanised sailing vessel Al Piranpir, traveling from Porbandar to Bandar Abbas in Iran when the incident occurred. The Indian Coast Guard ship Sarthak located the crew members in a dinghy approximately 270 km west of Dwarka, within Pakistan’s search and rescue region.
The distress call was received by the Indian Coast Guard’s Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Mumbai, which quickly coordinated with the regional headquarters in Gandhinagar. The ICG ship Sarthak was dispatched to the reported location while simultaneously contacting MRCC Pakistan for assistance. The search and rescue mission was marked by close collaboration between the ICG and PMSA, showcasing the commitment to safeguarding lives at sea and readiness to address maritime emergencies in the region.
The rescued seafarers were examined by a medical team onboard ICGS Sarthak and found to be in good health. They are being transported back to Porbandar harbour in Gujarat. This successful rescue operation comes after a recent incident where an ICG ship secured the release of seven fishermen apprehended by a PMSA vessel in the same region. The Indian Coast Guard’s prompt and coordinated response highlights its capabilities and dedication to maritime safety and security.
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