4 More Indian Fishermen Rescued

Saturday, 11 February 2012 11:50

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The Sri Lanka Navy has rescued 04 Indian fishermen who were drifting onboard an Indian fishing trawler in the seas north of Thalaimannar on Thursday (09 Feb).
The trawler bearing registration number TN/10/MFB/176J, had developed an engine problem and had drifted off. The trawler was towed to Thalaimannar by Sri Lanka Naval Ship “Ranadeera” attached to the Northern Naval Command with the assistance of P 215 and P 175 attached to the North Central Command and the rescued fisherman were handed over to Thalaimannar Police for further action.

Sri Lanka Navy renders assistance to Indian fisherman in distress on humanitarian grounds. They are rescued and provided with food and medical assistance when required. Measures are also taken for their speedy repatriation in liaison with relevant law enforcement authorities.