Porbandar: A Russian captain, Alexander, aboard the vessel MT NAKHAL SILVER, en route from Kandla Port to Fujairah Port, fell seriously ill while the ship was in Porbandar waters. In response to an SOS call received by the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) at Porbandar Port, GMB staff launched a swift rescue operation to bring the ailing captain ashore for urgent medical care.

Captain Arvind Mishra of GMB promptly granted permission for the ship to divert towards Porbandar Port and directed Port Traffic Inspector Shamla to arrange immediate assistance. The port traffic team dispatched a tugboat to the ship at midnight, safely bringing Captain Alexander to shore. He was then admitted to Asha Hospital in Porbandar for treatment. The GMB’s prompt response was commended, as maritime rescues are typically handled by 108 boats, highlighting the agency’s commitment in responding to this emergency. DeshGujarat