Indian Coast Guard Apprehends Fishing Boat Trying To Evade After Diesel Smuggling Off Mumbai Coast, Crew Discharge 500 Litres To Destroy Evidence
Mumbai, October 13, 2026: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) apprehended a Maharashtra-based fishing boat for smuggling diesel off the Mumbai coast. The maritime law enforcement agency nabbed seven crew members who had received around 4,000 litres of illicit diesel and had discharged around 500 litres into the sea to destroy evidence. Fishing Boat Intercepted Off Mumbai Coast The Indian fishing boat,…
On October 13, 2026, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) intercepted a fishing boat attempting to smuggle diesel off the Mumbai coast. The seven-member crew had smuggled around 4,000 litres of illicit diesel but released 500 litres into the sea to destroy evidence.
The ICG detected suspicious maritime activities near Prongs Lighthouse, targeting the vessel named Haridwar Krupa. When challenged, the boat ignored warnings and fled. The ICG pursued and apprehended the fleeing vessel after a coordinated operation.
During the search, the master admitted to receiving the contraband, and the crew confessed to discharging the diesel. Seven crew members were taken into custody, and six mobile phones were seized. The boat and its cargo were taken to Mumbai Harbour for a joint investigation involving the ICG, Navy, State Intelligence Bureau, and police.
An ICG spokesperson stated, "This successful operation reaffirms our steadfast commitment to neutralising illicit smuggling networks and ensuring the continued safety, security and integrity of India’s maritime frontiers."
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