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Indian Coast Guard Issues Distress Call for Missing Fisherman

The Indian Coast Guard's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai is currently coordinating a search and rescue operation for a missing fisherman following a man overboard (MOB) incident.

Details of the Incident:

  • Date & Time Reported: November 13, 2024, at 20:41 UTC (November 14, 2024, at 2:41 IST)
  • Vessel: Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Jai Bhavani (Reg No. IND-GJ-32-MM-660)
  • Missing Fisherman: Mr. Nirmal Bhai, age 22
  • Last Known Position: 22 Deg 48 Min N 068 Deg 14 E (293 Okha Lt 50)

Weather Conditions at Last Known Position:

  • Sea State: Calm seas
  • Wind: Northeasterly at 5 knots with gusts up to 13 knots
  • Sky: Clear


The Indian Coast Guard is requesting all mariners in the area to maintain a sharp lookout for Mr. Nirmal Bhai and to render assistance if he is sighted. Any sightings should be reported immediately to MRCC Mumbai.


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