Port Blair, Aug 01: On 24 Jul 14, INS BARATANG successfully rendered towing assistance to MFV Matha, during inclement weather conditions which had an engine failure and was adrift off Nancowry. On receipt of information from Joint Operation Centre of HQ ANC, the ship sailed at best speed to the reported position of the fishing vessel, and established communication with the crew of the vessel to reassure them of all assistance.
INS BARATANG remained in the vicinity and at 0930h on 25 Jul 14, despite the rough weather and winds, INS BARATANG managed to tow the vessel safely back to Nancowry by afternoon.
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