INS Visakhapatnam on rescuing the US cargo vessel M V
Genco Picardy, which was attacked by Houthi drones in the Gulf of Aden while en
route from Egypt to India. The incident
happened on January 17.
After receiving a distress call, INS Visakhapatnam
quickly intercepted the ship. Twenty-two people, including nine Indians, were
on board the merchant ship M V Genco Picardy. No one was hurt. The resulting
fire was brought under control.
On the morning of January 18, experts from INS
Visakhapatnam inspected the ship to assess the extent of the incident. After a thorough examination,
transportation was arranged. Officials also informed that the ship is now
continuing its journey under the escort of INS Visakhapatnam.