Indian Cost Guard rescues 54 passengers from Lakshadweep Island

The Indian Coast Guard executed a remarkable rescue operation in the Lakshadweep Islands, saving 54 passengers from a missing boat. The mission involved locating the vessel named Mohammad Kasim-II, which was traveling from Kavaratti to Suhelipar Island. Quick response and coastal surveillance systems were crucial in tracking and safely returning all passengers, including women and children. This successful operation highlights the Coast Guard's efficiency in maritime emergencies.

"Responding to a distress call... @IndiaCoastGuard swiftly launched #SAR operation!" - Indian Coast Guard Official

by ANI January 15, 2025 56 views

New Delhi, January 15: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ship rescued 54 passengers including 22 women and 23 children from a missing boat in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.

Key Points

1. Rescue operation launched after distress call from Lakshadweep

2. Coast Guard located missing boat Mohammad Kasim-II

3. 54 passengers safely returned to Kavaratti Island

4. Successful maritime search and rescue mission

The boat was enroute from Kavaratti to Suhelipar Island.

The ICG launched a swift operation after receiving a distress call from the Lakshadweep regarding missing boat with 54 persons on board.

https://x.com/IndiaCoastGuard/status/1879501098106692075

"Responding to a distress call from #UTLAdministration, #Lakshadweep regarding missing boat Mohammad Kasim-II with 54 persons onboard (03 Crew, 09 men, 22 women and 23 children) enroute from #Kavaratti to #Suhelipar Island. @IndiaCoastGuard swiftly launched #SAR operation! IFB was located via #CoastalSurveillanceSystem and at 1600hrs #ICG ship rescued 54 passengers safely back to #Kavaratti," the ICG posted on X on Wednesday.