On Friday, the Indian Navy successfully rescued 23 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates after a challenging 12-hour operation in the Arabian Sea. The operation involved the interception of the Fishing Vessel Al-Kamar by Indian Navy warship INS Sumedha, supported by the guided missile frigate INS Trishul.
The rescue operation began in the early hours of Friday when INS Sumedha intercepted the hijacked fishing vessel. Following this, INS Trishul joined the operation to ensure the safe rescue of the Pakistani nationals from the clutches of the pirates.
After forcing the pirates to surrender, the Indian Navy’s specialist teams are currently conducting thorough checks on the Fishing Vessel Al-Kamar. These checks aim to ensure the vessel’s seaworthiness and safety before escorting it to a secure area for the resumption of normal fishing activities.
The operation was initiated based on intelligence received about a potential piracy incident involving the Iranian Fishing Vessel ‘Al Kamar 786′ on the evening of March 28. In response, two Indian Naval ships, already deployed in the Arabian Sea for maritime security operations, were diverted to intercept the hijacked fishing vessel.
The hijacked vessel was located approximately 90 nautical miles South-West of Socotra and was reported to have been boarded by nine armed pirates. The successful interception took place on March 29, securing the release of the Pakistani nationals from the pirates’ captivity.
The Indian Navy reiterated its commitment to ensuring maritime security in the region and the safety of seafarers, regardless of their nationalities. This successful rescue operation underscores the Indian Navy’s dedication to combating piracy and upholding maritime safety in the Arabian Sea.
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