Sri Lanka Navy rescued 04 Indian fisherman who were drifting onboard an Indian fishing trawler in the seas north of Thalaimannar on 09th February 2012.
The trawler bearing the registration number TN/10/MFB/176J, which had developed an engine problem, was towed to Thalaimannar by Sri Lanka Naval Ship “Ranadeera” attached to the Northern Naval Command with the assistance of P 215 and P 175 attached to the North Central Command.
The rescued fisherman were handed over to Thalaimannar Police for onward action.
Sri Lanka Navy renders assistance to Indian fisherman in distress on humanitarian grounds. They are rescued and provided with food and medical assistance when required. Measures are also taken for their speedy repatriation in liaison with relevant law enforcement authorities.
[mappress] Naval Today Staff , February 10, 2012; Image: navy