Fearless Rescue: Indian Coast Guard Rescues 36 Individuals from Ocean Research vessel near Karwar
The Indian Coast Guard rescue operation saved 36 individuals, aboard the research vessel ‘Sindhu Sadhana’ belonging to CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO). The vessel faced engine and power failures, leaving it drifting perilously close to Karwar in Karnataka. The Coast Guard received a distress signal at 1 pm on Wednesday and quickly deployed two advanced ships, ICGS Sujeet and ICGS Varaha, along with skilled teams to the scene.
The Indian Coast Guard averted a potential environmental disaster as it rescued the research ship of NIO, RV Sindhu Sadhana, that suffered engine failure and was drifting close to Karwar, with 36 people onboard, including eight scientists.https://t.co/AhCYEQ8Myw
— The Hindu (@the_hindu) July 27, 2023
Brave Rescue Of 36
Despite challenging weather conditions, with a sea state of 5-6 and strong gusts up to 45 knots, the Coast Guard pressed ahead with the mission. They successfully towed the distressed CSIR-NIO vessel and ensured the safety of the eight scientists and crew members on board.
Read more:- “Candy Crush Frenzy On Twitter: Dhoni’s Influence”
Watch | Indian Coast Guard, Goa successfully rescues Research Ship of CSIR-NIO, saves 36 lives
The vessel, named RV Sindhu Sadhana, was approximately 20 nautical miles from the land when the distress signal was received. The ship had encountered an engine and total power… pic.twitter.com/rg2LXD3MWo
— Hindustan Times (@htTweets) July 27, 2023
The vessel was carrying valuable scientific instruments and crucial research data, making it a significant national asset. Moreover, its proximity to the ecologically sensitive Karwar coastline posed the risk of a major oil spill, threatening the pristine marine environment.
Challenges faced during the rescue:
Coast Guard DIG K L Arun emphasized the importance of the research vessel and the challenges faced during the rescue, including rough sea conditions and strong winds. The successful operation saved both the vessel and its crew, ensuring the prevention of potential environmental disaster. The vessels are expected to reach Mormugao harbor on Friday morning
Read more:- Why Is Meta’s Threads The ‘Twitter Killer’?
Indian Coast Guard rescues 36 crew including 8 scientists onboard the National Institute of Oceanography’s research vessel off Karwar Coast@IndiaCoastGuard pic.twitter.com/Tb0OFPgCJY
— DD News (@DDNewslive) July 28, 2023
Liked this post?
Register at One World News to never miss out on videos, celeb interviews, and best reads.
