Daijiworld Media Network – Betul

Betul, May 11: A major tragedy was averted after a Persian-model fishing boat belonging to fishermen from Karwar sank off the Goa coast while returning from deep-sea fishing operations. All 22 fishermen onboard were rescued safely by nearby fishing crews.

The incident occurred near the Betul coastal region of Goa.

According to sources, the fishing boat named “Shree Amma”, owned by Dinesh Kanchan of Mudga in Karwar, had ventured into the Arabian Sea nearly a week ago for deep-sea fishing.

The vessel reportedly developed technical problems before sinking into the sea.

Fishermen operating nearby noticed the distressed boat and immediately launched a rescue operation. All 22 crew members were safely shifted to nearby fishing boats, and no casualties were reported.

The incident brought relief to the fishing community and the families of the fishermen.

However, the boat owner and workers are said to have suffered huge financial losses as the vessel, expensive fishing nets and other fishing equipment were completely submerged in the sea.

Sources estimated the total loss to be worth crores of rupees.

Local fishermen have urged authorities to provide compensation and immediate assistance to the affected owner and workers.

The incident has once again highlighted the dangers faced by deep-sea fishermen operating in unpredictable sea conditions along the western coast.