All the 23
Indian seafarers onboard vessel ADVANTAGE SWEET (Marshall Island Flag), which
was seized in the Gulf of Oman, have been safely repatriated to India from
Iran.
This was a result of continuous efforts of
the Ministry of External Affairs, Embassy of India in Iran, and Ministry of
Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and the support of Iranian Government.
After the safe
return of the crew members Union Ports Minister SarbanandaSonowal, said,
‘Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is dedicated towards safeguarding
the welfare and rights of our Indian national seafarers, especially when their
lives and liberty are at stake, in the upcoming future also, whenever required.
This rescue operation has exemplified
the dedication and commitment of Government agencies as well’.