By ETF Desk
Six fishermen were rescued after their boat capsized off the Mangaluru coast on Friday. The incident occurred around 10 am, and the fishermen were later brought to safety. The fishermen were on a fishing trip when the boat suddenly capsized due to rough seas. The incident was reported to the local authorities, who immediately launched a rescue operation. The fishermen were rescued and brought to the shore, where they received medical attention. The incident highlights the risks faced by fishermen in Udupi district, who often venture into the sea despite adverse weather conditions. The authorities have assured that they will take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
The rescue operation was carried out by the local coast guard and fishermen who were in the area. The fishermen who were rescued have been identified as Ramesh, Suresh, Rajesh, Kumar, Prakash, and Sathish. They were all from the same village and were on a fishing trip when the boat capsized. The incident has sent shockwaves in the fishing community, and the authorities have assured that they will take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Source: Google News – Udupi District.