ICGS Sachet rescues six fishermen off Mangaluru in rough seas
Indian Coast Guard Ship Sachet rescued six fishermen from the distressed fishing boat Manju Matha about 33 nautical miles off the Suratkal coast near Mangaluru on 29 June 2026, the Defence Ministry said on 30 June.
Summary
The Indian Coast Guard rescued six fishermen from the distressed Indian Fishing Boat Manju Matha off the coast of Mangaluru on 29 June 2026, the Defence Ministry said on 30 June. ICG Ship Sachet picked up a VHF distress call at about 1600 hrs from the boat, about 33 nautical miles off the Suratkal coast, which reported severe flooding and hull damage. Despite rough seas, strong winds and poor visibility, the crew used remote-operated lifebuoys and rescued all six by 1800 hrs.
Key facts
- Date
- 29 June 2026
- Ship
- ICGS Sachet
- Boat
- IFB Manju Matha, six crew
- Location
- About 33 nm off Suratkal coast, off Mangaluru
- Equipment
- Remote-operated lifebuoys
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Which Indian Coast Guard ship rescued six fishermen from the boat Manju Matha off Mangaluru on 29 June 2026?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — ICGS Sachet
ICG Ship Sachet intercepted the distress call and rescued all six fishermen using remote-operated lifebuoys.