Drone attack on Israeli ship: Indian Navy sent warship to help, Coast Guard strengthened security in this way
Officials further said that after assessing the damage caused by the attack, the ship has left for Mumbai.
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A drone attacked a merchant ship about 217 nautical miles off the Porbandar coast of Gujarat. The Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy became alert as soon as information about the attack was received. Indian agencies sent aircraft to ensure the safety of the merchant ship Chem Pluto, communications were established. The Navy has also sent a warship for assistance. The Coast Guard is closely monitoring the situation. Let us tell you, about 20 Indians are also included in the crew of the ship. However, no one was injured in the drone attack, everyone is safe. At the same time, the US Defense Ministry Pentagon says that an Iranian drone had attacked the ship.
Coast Guard Mumbai got the first information
Indian Navy sources said that UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) had informed about the attack. The Coast Guard said that its Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) in Mumbai was the first to receive information about the attack. As soon as the information was received, the Navy's P-8I long-range aircraft ensured the safety of the crew of Chem Pluto.
The ship is expected to arrive in Mumbai
Officials further said that after assessing the damage caused by the attack, the ship has left for Mumbai. Now this ship will travel till Mumbai under the protection of Coast Guard's Dornier aircraft. The aircraft also established communication with Chem Pluto. Coastguard officials say there is hope that the ship may reach Mumbai. Along with this, the crew has sought escort assistance due to steering related problems. At the same time, India's Vikram ship will now protect Chem Pluto all the way. The Coast Guard Center is closely monitoring the situation. At the same time, the Indian Navy has also sent a warship for security.
India assured assistance
Coast Guard officials say the MRCC established communications with the ship's agent. We ensured that there was no loss of life or property. We assured assistance. Chem Pluto has shut down its AIS since the attack. AIS is used to keep an eye on a ship. UKMTO is investigating the matter.
