An oil tanker bound for Oman caught fire on Saturday, June 29, prompting a response from the Indian Navy in the Gulf of Oman.
The MT Yi Cheng 6, a Pulau-flagged vessel carrying 14 crew members, was en route from Kandla, India, to Shinas, Oman, when a major fire broke out in its engine room, triggering a complete power failure.
Responding to the distress call, the Indian Navy’s stealth frigate INS Tabar, which was deployed in the region, launched an immediate rescue and firefighting operation. Naval personnel were dispatched to the vessel via boat and helicopter, bringing critical firefighting equipment onboard.
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As of June 30, a joint team of 13 Indian Navy personnel and five crew members from the tanker are actively engaged in containing the blaze and ensuring the safety of the ship and crew.
According to the Navy, the intensity of the fire has been significantly reduced.
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