Guwahati: In a swift response, Indian Naval Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) detected a piracy attempt on Fishing Vessel (FV) Omari, an Iranian Flagged Vessel, and foiled the attempt.
Indian Navy spokesperson said that information regarding piracy attempt on Fishing Vessel FV Omari was monitored on January 31.
“Indian Naval RPA, undertaking surveillance in the area, successfully located FV Omari and INS Sharda, deployed for anti-piracy mission in the region was diverted to intercept the boat,” the officer said.
FV Omari, an Iranian Flagged Vessel, was reportedly boarded by seven pirates who had taken the crew as hostages.
“INS Sharda intercepted the vessel in early hours of February 2 and used her integral helo and boats to coerce the pirates for safe release of crew along with the vessel,” the spokesperson informed.
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The ship ensured the successful release of the crew members including 11 Iranian and eight Pakistani nationals, along with the boat. The ship also undertook confirmatory boarding on FV Omari to sanitise and check on the well-being of the crew who had been held captive by the Somali pirates.
“Relentless efforts by Indian Naval platforms, mission deployed for anti-piracy and maritime security operations, continue to save precious life at sea, symbolising Indian Navy’s resolve towards safety of all vessels and seafarers at sea,” the officer added.
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