Indians Saved from Hijacked Vessel Echo “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” in Gratitude to Navy

Another sailor aboard the hijacked vessel expressed admiration for the Indian Navy, stating, “Proud of the Indian Navy.” On Friday, the Indian Navy successfully rescued all 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from the cargo ship that had been hijacked off the coast of Somalia. In a video released by the Indian Navy, the rescued individuals were seen chanting “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” while expressing gratitude to the Navy for their safe rescue. One of the sailors, saved by the Navy, mentioned being stranded for 24 hours and feeling relief after the Navy’s intervention.

Another sailor, who had been on the hijacked vessel and was saved by the Indian Navy off the coast of Somalia, expressed pride in the Navy’s actions. In response to a distress call involving a cargo ship with 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, the Navy swiftly deployed a warship, maritime patrol aircraft, helicopters, and Predator MQ9B drones.

Following a thorough sanitization of the ship, the elite commandos, MARCOS, confirmed the absence of hijackers on board. The MV Lila Norfolk’s entire crew, comprising 21 members, has been successfully rescued and is now safe. The Indian Naval forces are actively investigating other suspected vessels in the area, as stated by the Navy.

Currently, the MV Lila Norfolk’s crew is focused on restoring propulsion, power supply, and steering gear. Once these tasks are completed, the vessel will resume its journey to its destination, escorted by an Indian Naval Warship.