The government announced on Saturday that twenty Indian-flagged vessels, carrying 540 Indian seafarers, are currently located in the western Persian Gulf region and are under close surveillance. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has implemented essential measures to ensure the safety of these vessels and their crews.
According to the ministry, all Indian seafarers in the area are reported to be safe, with no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels in the last 24 hours. The Directorate General of Shipping is actively monitoring the situation in collaboration with ship owners, RPSL agencies, and Indian diplomatic missions. To date, the DG Shipping has facilitated the safe return of over 938 Indian seafarers, including 25 in the past day.
Additionally, port operations across India are functioning normally, with no signs of congestion reported. Maritime Boards from states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry have confirmed smooth operations.
The ministry emphasized ongoing coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and other maritime stakeholders to ensure the welfare of seafarers and maintain uninterrupted operations.
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