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The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar swiftly responded to a distress call from the Panamanian tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 in the Gulf of Oman. The vessel, carrying 14 Indian crew members, suffered a major engine room fire and power failure. A firefighting team from INS Tabar was deployed via boat and helicopter, drastically reducing the blaze. This operation follows another successful multi-agency maritime rescue earlier in June.

Key Points: Indian Navy INS Tabar Rescues Panamanian Tanker MT Yi Cheng 6

  • INS Tabar deployed in Gulf of Oman responds to distress call
  • 14 Indian crew members aboard MT Yi Cheng 6 rescued
  • Firefighting team reduces engine room blaze intensity
  • Follows recent ICG-Navy-Air Force joint operation success
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Indian Navy's INS Tabar rescues Panamanian tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 in Gulf of Oman

Indian Navy's INS Tabar swiftly responds to distress call, aids fire-stricken Panamanian tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 in Gulf of Oman.

"The firefighting team and equipment from INS Tabar were transferred onboard by the ship's boat and helicopter. – Indian Navy Spokesperson"

New Delhi, June 30

In a swift and decisive operation, the Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar responded to a distress call from the Panamanian-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 in the Gulf of Oman on June 29.

The vessel, carrying 14 Indian crew members and transiting from Kandla, India, to Shinas, Oman, reported a major fire in its engine room, resulting in a complete power failure.

In a post on X, the Indian Navy spokesperson said, "Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, mission deployed in the Gulf of Oman, responded to a distress call from Pulau-flagged MT Yi Cheng 6, on 29 June. The vessel with 14 crew members of Indian origin, transiting from Kandla, India, to Shinas, Oman, experienced a major fire in the engine room and total power failure onboard."

"The firefighting team and equipment from INS Tabar were transferred onboard by the ship's boat and helicopter. 13 Indian naval personnel and 05 crew members of the stricken tanker are currently involved in firefighting operations, with the intensity of fire onboard reduced drastically," the post further reads.

Earlier on June 14, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in collaboration with the Indian Navy and Indian Air Force, achieved a significant milestone in the firefighting and salvage operation of the Singaporean container vessel MV Wan Hai 503.

The distressed vessel, facing critical challenges, was successfully handed over to the ocean-going tug Offshore Warrior on June 13, marking a coordinated multi-agency effort to ensure maritime safety.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartwarming to see our Navy saving lives at sea. But I wonder why Indian crew members are working on foreign vessels? Shouldn't our government create more opportunities in Indian shipping companies?
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Arjun K
This is the 3rd such rescue in recent weeks! Our Navy is becoming the guardian angel of the Arabian Sea. The coordination between Navy, Coast Guard and Air Force is praiseworthy 👏
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Mumbai, I'm constantly impressed by India's maritime capabilities. The Gulf of Oman is a strategic location and such operations enhance India's global standing. Well done INS Tabar crew!
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Karthik V
While we celebrate these rescues, we must also ask - are safety standards being compromised in commercial shipping? Why are so many vessels catching fire? Need stricter international regulations.
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Meera T
My cousin is in the Navy and I know how hard they train for such situations. Salute to their bravery! The families of those 14 Indian crew members must be so relieved right now 🙏
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David E
India's growing naval presence in the region is noteworthy. These humanitarian missions build goodwill while demonstrating operational readiness. Smart diplomacy through naval power!

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