Coast Guard Rescues 9 Fishermen After Boat Sinks Off Daman; 3 Injured - VIDEO
· Free Press Journal
The Indian Coast Guard on Tuesday rescued nine fishermen after their fishing boat was reported to be sinking off the Daman coast, posing an imminent threat to their lives.
Following receipt of a distress call on August 18, the Indian Coast Guard Air Station Daman immediately launched a Chetak helicopter to the reported location of the distressed fishing boat. The helicopter reached the site promptly and initiated a rescue operation, successfully evacuating all nine fishermen to safety.
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@IndiaCoastGuard Air Station #Daman responded swiftly to a #distress call from a sinking IFB Jay Mala off #Valsad Coast on 18 Aug 26 with nine fishermen onboard. #Chetak helicopter was launched at short notice and all crew were safely rescued. 03 fishermen with minor injuries… pic.twitter.com/LthaEQR7Lm
— Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) August 18, 2026
During the operation, Coast Guard personnel found that three of the fishermen had sustained minor injuries. They were brought to the Indian Coast Guard Air Station in Daman, where they received first aid.
The injured fishermen were subsequently shifted to a government hospital for further medical treatment. Their injuries were reported to be minor.
The Coast Guard said its swift and coordinated response helped avert a potentially serious accident at sea. The operation also highlighted the force’s continued efforts to respond to maritime emergencies and safeguard fishermen and other mariners.