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Two Crew Members Rescued from Panama-Flagged Ship, Search Ongoing for Others, Says Minister Sonowal
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🗓 23 Aug 2026, 09:40 PM
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Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Sonowal announced that two survivors from a Panama‑flagged vessel have been rescued and are receiving medical care, while efforts to locate the remaining crew continue.
Union Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Sonowal posted on X that two crew members from a Panama‑flagged ship have been rescued after a maritime incident. The rescued individuals are currently undergoing medical examinations and their ranks and identities are being confirmed by authorities.
The minister emphasized that a coordinated search operation remains active to locate the remaining crew members who are still missing. Rescue teams from the Indian Coast Guard and other agencies are involved in the ongoing effort.
Officials have not disclosed the exact location of the incident, but the response underscores India's commitment to maritime safety and the welfare of seafarers aboard foreign‑flagged vessels operating in regional waters.
Further updates are expected as the search progresses and as more information about the rescued crew becomes available.
The minister emphasized that a coordinated search operation remains active to locate the remaining crew members who are still missing. Rescue teams from the Indian Coast Guard and other agencies are involved in the ongoing effort.
Officials have not disclosed the exact location of the incident, but the response underscores India's commitment to maritime safety and the welfare of seafarers aboard foreign‑flagged vessels operating in regional waters.
Further updates are expected as the search progresses and as more information about the rescued crew becomes available.