Indian Navy's Critical Rescue Mission Off Omani Coast: Eight Indians Saved, One Crew Member Lost

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh announced the rescue of eight Indian nationals from the capsized MV Prestige Falcon. Tragically, one Indian crew member's body was recovered. The Indian Navy, with Omani authorities, continues searching for missing crew members. The government is providing full support to affected families.

Eight Indian nationals have been successfully rescued from the capsized oil tanker MV Prestige Falcon, Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh announced on Thursday. Tragically, the body of one Indian crew member was recovered. The government is closely monitoring the situation and ensuring support for affected families.

The Indian Navy's warship INS Teg has taken the lead in a critical search and rescue operation off the coast of Oman since the MV Prestige Falcon capsized on July 15. So far, nine crew members, including eight Indians and one Sri Lankan, have been recovered. The operation continues as the Navy and Omani authorities strive to locate the remaining missing crew members. Advanced equipment and personnel have been deployed to assist those stranded in the treacherous waters.

The Indian Navy reported, "Nine crew members from MV Falcon Prestige (eight Indians and one Sri Lankan) have been recovered alive during the search and rescue operations. The search for remaining crew members will continue in the area." The Navy's Long Range Maritime Reconnaissance aircraft P8I is also part of the ongoing search for additional survivors.

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh expressed his relief at the rescue of the eight Indian nationals and extended condolences to the deceased crew member's family. He thanked Indian and Omani authorities for their rescue efforts. "Spoke with our Ambassador in Oman, Amit Narang, to get an update on MV Prestige Falcon. Relieved to know that eight Indians rescued by INS Teg have reached ashore and are being cared for. One Indian's body has been recovered. We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring all possible assistance. My deepest condolences to the family of the bereaved," Singh said in his statement.

The Indian Embassy in Oman is actively coordinating the search and rescue efforts with Omani authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)