'CGDHQ-3 Coordinates, ICGS C-448 Executes': Indian Coast Guard Rescues Fisherman Who Fell Overboard 54 NM Off Surathkal, Rushes Him To Hospital
On 01 Nov 2026 at 1840 hrs, Remote Operating station (ROS), New Mangalore, received a distress call over VHF regarding a medical emergency onboard IFB SHIV SAGAR, approximately 54 NM off Surathkal lt house. The incident involved a fisherman who had accidentally fallen overboard while recovering an entangled fishing net, resulting in drowning-related distress and aspiration of seawater into the…
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