Search and rescue operation underway after crew transfer boat capsizes off Beira port
At least three Indians have lost their lives, and five others remain missing after a launch boat carrying 14 Indian crew members capsized off Beira port in central Mozambique, the Indian High Commission confirmed, reported gujaratsamachar.com.
The incident occurred on Friday during a routine crew transfer operation, prompting an immediate rescue effort involving local authorities and the Indian mission.
According to the Indian High Commission in Mozambique, “A launch boat carrying crew members of a tanker, including 14 Indian nationals, capsized during crew transfer operations off Beira port in central Mozambique.”
Some of the Indian nationals involved in the accident have been rescued. Unfortunately, some Indian nationals have died in the accident and some are still unaccounted for.”
The circumstances leading to the accident are currently under investigation. Search and rescue teams are continuing their efforts to locate the missing five Indians, with the Indian mission coordinating closely with Mozambican authorities.
For any information or updates, the Indian High Commission in Mozambique has provided emergency contact numbers:
+258-870087401 (mobile)
+258-821207788 (mobile)
+258-871753920 (WhatsApp)
