Heroic Rescue at Sea: Indian Navy's Stealth Frigate Saves the Day

The Indian Navy's stealth frigate, INS Tabar, responded to a distress call from a Palau-flagged vessel engulfed in a major fire. The vessel, with 14 Indian-origin crew members, was en route to Oman from India. A brave fire-fighting operation ensued, drastically reducing the fire's intensity.

The Indian Navy successfully deployed its stealth frigate, INS Tabar, to aid a Palau-flagged tanker grappling with a severe engine room fire. The incident, involving 14 crew members of Indian origin, occurred during the vessel's journey from Gujarat's Kandla to Shinas, Oman.

INS Tabar, stationed in the Gulf of Oman, quickly responded to the distress signal received on Sunday from MT Yi Cheng 6. The frigate's firefighting team and equipment were promptly dispatched via the ship's boat and helicopter to tackle the blaze.

Currently, 13 Indian naval personnel are actively collaborating with five tanker crew members in fire-fighting efforts. Their timely intervention has significantly reduced the fire's intensity, according to a spokesperson's social media update.

(With inputs from agencies.)