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Indian Navy Responds To Hijacking Attempt In Arabian Sea: Deploys INS Chennai And Patrol Aircraft To Ensure Crew Safety
Nayan Dwivedi
Jan 05, 2024, 01:29 PM | Updated 01:29 PM IST
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Responding to a distress call reporting a hijacking attempt on a Liberian-flagged vessel in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy has swiftly diverted INS Chennai and deployed a maritime patrol aircraft to assess the situation.
As reported by The Hindu, the aircraft overflew the vessel, establishing contact and confirming the safety of the crew.
The vessel had earlier signaled a hijacking attempt by approximately five to six armed individuals.
In an official statement, the Indian Navy outlined the prompt response, stating that INS Chennai is approaching the vessel to provide necessary assistance.
The overall situation is closely monitored in coordination with other agencies and multinational forces in the area.
This marks the second hijacking incident in the region, signaling a resurgence in maritime security concerns.
Meanwhile, the Indian Navy has heightened surveillance efforts in the Central and North Arabian Sea, deploying task groups comprising destroyers and frigates for maritime security operations.
Aerial surveillance using long-range patrol aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles has also been intensified to ensure comprehensive maritime domain awareness.
As incidents of piracy and attacks in the region persist, the Indian Navy remains vigilant.
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Nayan Dwivedi is Staff Writer at Swarajya.
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