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News18•01-10-2026, 21:30
India Thanks Seychelles for Rescuing 17 Fishermen After Engine Failure
  • •India expressed gratitude to Seychelles for its swift assistance in rescuing 17 Indian fishermen.
  • •The fishermen were aboard the IFB Sajira, which suffered an engine failure in the high seas off the coast of Seychelles.
  • •External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted the timely help as a reflection of the strong friendship between the two nations.
  • •The rescue operation underscores the shared commitment of India and Seychelles to the safety and well-being of their people.

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India thanked Seychelles for providing swift and life-saving assistance to 17 Indian fishermen aboard the fishing boat IFB Sajira, which suffered an engine failure off the coast of the archipelago nation.

The fishing boat that experienced an engine failure in the high seas off the coast of Seychelles was named IFB Sajira.

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared the message on X, noting that the rescue reflects the close and enduring bonds of friendship between India and Seychelles.