An Indian Navy Sea King helicopter evacuated an injured seafarer from Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) crude oil tanker MT Desh Shakti off the Mumbai coast on July 4, despite heavy rain, poor visibility and rough seas.
The helicopter, operating from INS Shikra, used a rescue basket to lift the injured crew member from the tanker. The patient was stabilised onboard before being flown ashore for urgent medical treatment, the Indian Navy said.
The rescue was carried out as heavy rain continued to affect Mumbai and nearby areas, where a red alert had been issued because of the weather conditions.
“Indian Navy Sea King helicopter from INS Shikra undertook urgent medical evacuation of an injured seafarer from SCI crude oil tanker MT Desh Shakti off Mumbai on July 4. After stabilising the patient onboard helicopter, he was transported ashore for urgent medical care,” the Navy said in a statement.
A defence spokesperson said the operation was completed
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