Indian Crew Member Dies in Oman Oil Tanker Capsize

An Indian crew member has died in the capsizing of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker off the coast of Oman. The Indian Navy rescued eight Indians and a Sri Lankan national. The vessel, MT Falcon Prestige, had capsized around 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah.

An Indian crew member of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that capsized off the Oman coast has died, officials said on Thursday.

Last night, the Indian Navy successfully rescued eight Indians and a Sri Lankan national using the warship INS Teg, in an operation to trace the crew members of the unfortunate vessel.

The incident occurred 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah in Oman on July 15, and search and rescue efforts remain ongoing, officials confirmed.

Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs, announced that the body of the deceased Indian crew member has been retrieved.

The oil tanker, MT Falcon Prestige, carried a 16-member crew, which included 13 Indians and three Sri Lankans, according to Oman's Maritime Security Centre (MSC).

Singh stated, 'Spoke to our Ambassador in Oman, Amit Narang, to get an update on the capsized vessel MV Prestige Falcon. Relieved to know that eight Indians who were rescued by INS Teg have reached ashore and are being looked after.'

He added, 'One Indian person's body has been retrieved. We are closely monitoring the situation and the government is ensuring all possible assistance. Thank all authorities in India and Oman involved in the process.'

The Indian Navy mentioned that search and rescue operations are challenging due to the rough seas and strong winds in the area.

(With inputs from agencies.)