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Sri Lankan Fishing Vessel Adrift in the Indian Ocean


The Indian Coast Guard’s Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai has issued an alert regarding the Sri Lankan fishing vessel Sanjana 03 (Registration No. IMUL-A-1733 MTR). The vessel, with six crew members onboard, has been reported adrift since January 4, 2025, due to engine failure.

Vessel Details:

  • Name: Sanjana 03

  • Registration Number: IMUL-A-1733 MTR

  • Length: 45 feet

  • Color: Yellow and Brown

Last Known Position:

At 1430 UTC on January 9, 2025, the vessel’s position was reported as:

  • Latitude: 04° 45' South

  • Longitude: 065° 45' East

This places the vessel adrift in the Indian Ocean, southeast of the Maldives.

Weather Conditions:

Mariners in the area are advised to note the following weather conditions:

  • Wind: 15 knots, gusting up to 22 knots from the northwest.

  • Wave Height: Up to 1.5 meters.

  • Sky: Overcast with a chance of rain.

Assistance Requested:

The MRCC Mumbai has requested all mariners transiting the area to maintain a sharp lookout for the Sanjana 03 and render any necessary assistance upon sighting the vessel. Any updates should be reported to MRCC Mumbai.

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