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Indian Coast Guard Rescues Six Fishermen Off Mamallapuram Coast
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News18•13-10-2026, 22:15
Indian Coast Guard Rescues Six Fishermen Off Mamallapuram Coast
- •The Indian Coast Guard Ship Sujay rescued six fishermen in a midnight operation off the Mamallapuram coast.
- •The rescue was launched after receiving a distress call from the fishing boat Sri Balaji which suffered critical hull damage and flooding.
- •Despite adverse weather and pitch dark conditions, the Coast Guard crew safely located and evacuated all six crew members.
- •The rescued fishermen received medical attention and were brought safely to Chennai Harbour in stable condition.
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The Indian Coast Guard successfully rescued six fishermen during a midnight search and rescue operation off the Mamallapuram coast.
The fishing boat sustained critical hull damage which caused severe flooding in its machinery compartment, threatening the lives of all six crew members.
The rescued fishermen were brought safely to Chennai Harbour on October 13, 2026, in a stable and healthy condition after receiving first aid.
