INDIAN COAST GUARD CONDUCTSMEDICAL EVACUATION OFF CRITICALLY ILL FISHERMAN
Ahmedabad
Thursday, 24 April 2025
On 23 April 2025, ICGS Pipavav received information from Fishing Association, Jafrabad regarding medical emergency onboard IFB Maa Kuldevi at sea about 90km from Jafrabad.
Indian Coast Guard Ship C-419 was immediately diverted to the datum. Ship proceeded with max speed and established communication with IFB Maa Kuldevi (IND-GJ-14-MM-1649). On arrival, ship found that the patient namely Mr. Kalu Deva Bareiya (Age- 57 yrs) was having severe chest pain and seizure episodes. The fisherman was safely evacuated to ICG ship C-419 which then proceeded to nearest harbour i.e. Pipavav, with maximum speed. Post arrival at harbour, the patient was safely handed over to representatives of local Fisheries Association for onward transfer to hospital and further treatment. Condition of patient is reported to be stable.
Indian Coast Guard remains committed to safeguarding the interests of Indian fishermen and ensuring their safety at sea, reaffirming the motto ‘We Protect’.
