Sri Vijaya Puram, October 26: In a prompt response during routine maritime patrolling, the Police Marine Force (PMF) Unit, Swaraj Dweep, safely towed a stranded jet ski found floating near the Lighthouse area yesterday.
Yesterday, MV Zulfiquar Ali was deployed with a patrolling team comprising SI(M) D. S. Dekate, ASI(AED) Petrus Kujur, PC/1883 Sagar Karketta and HC/647 Saw Jackson for patrolling in the waters off Elephanta Beach, Swaraj Dweep. The team commenced its patrol at 0900 hrs and returned at 1430 hrs. During the patrolling, the team noticed a jet ski that had capsized with engine failure, floating along with its rider near the Lighthouse area.
Acting promptly, the PMF personnel safely towed the stranded jet ski and brought it to the Floating Jetty, Swaraj Dweep, ensuring its safe recovery.
This timely assistance reflects the commitment of the Police Marine Force towards ensuring maritime safety, extending assistance to water sports operators and users, and maintaining vigilance in the coastal waters of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The A&N Police Marine Force remains committed to ensuring safe maritime operations and providing prompt assistance during emergencies at sea as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen coastal safety and security in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
