All nine Indian seafarers aboard the chemical tanker YARA J are reported safe after the vessel arrived at Romania’s Port of Constanta. This confirmation followed discussions between India’s Ambassador to Romania and local authorities, as well as the tanker’s Company Security Officer. The Indian Embassy expressed gratitude for the support received from Romanian officials, including SAR Romania and MRCC Constanta.
Previously, the Embassy had reported that three Indian nationals were rescued from the commercial vessel MV Royad Mammadov after it was attacked in the Black Sea. These individuals, identified as Sahil Sandhu, Ashwini Kumar, and Harman Singh, have since returned to India with the Embassy’s assistance. Their rescue occurred on October 6, and they departed Romania shortly thereafter.
In response to the recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea, New Delhi condemned these actions, emphasizing the risks posed to maritime trade and the safety of seafarers. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the importance of diplomatic dialogue to ease regional tensions and restore peace. The spokesperson noted the increasing frequency of such attacks, reaffirming India’s commitment to the safety of its maritime community and thanking Romanian authorities for their support during these incidents.
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