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Indian Navy Rescues Crew from Somalia Ship Hijacking Attempt

Indian Navy - Maritime Security - Piracy - Somalia

Indian Navy commandos heroically foil a hijacking attempt off the Somalia coast. Read the thrilling details here!

In a daring operation off the Somalia coast, the Indian Navy successfully rescued 21 crew members from the hijacked cargo ship MV Lila Norfolk. Somali pirates had targeted the vessel for hijacking, but the swift response of the Indian Navy commandos thwarted their plans. The crew, including 15 Indian nationals, were safely evacuated from the ship, bringing a high-voltage drama in the high seas to a happy ending.

The MV Lila Norfolk, a Liberian-flagged ship with 15 Indians onboard, sent out a distress signal as it faced the threat of hijacking near the east of Somalia. The Indian Navy, known for its anti-piracy prowess, immediately launched a rescue mission to intercept and secure the vessel. The guided-missile destroyer INS Chennai played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the crew members on board.

The operation, which diverted INS Chennai from its anti-piracy patrol, highlighted the Indian Navy's commitment to protecting seafarers and combating piracy in international waters. The successful rescue mission showcased the bravery and efficiency of the Indian naval forces in responding to maritime security threats.

In a remarkable display of naval power and swift action, India's Navy once again demonstrated its readiness to protect ships and sailors from pirate attacks, setting a strong example of maritime security and rescue operations in the region. The crew members of MV Lila Norfolk can now sail back home safely, thanks to the valiant efforts of the Indian Navy.

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Indian Navy foils bid to hijack cargo ship off Somalia coast; crew ... (Livemint)

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After a high-voltage drama in the high seas, all 21 crew members, including 15 Indian nationals, from the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk off Somalia.

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Indian Navy Rescues All 21 Crew Of Hijacked Vessel Off Somalia ... (Daily Excelsior)

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Indian naval warship INS Chennai reaches hijacked vessel near ... (The Economic Times)

In a high voltage drama unfolding in the high seas, Indian naval warship INS Chennai reached the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk off Somalia coast on Friday ...

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Indian Navy rescues all 21 crew of hijacked vessel off Somalia coast (Northeast Live)

INS Chennai diverted from her Anti-Piracy patrol and intercepted the MV at 3:15 pm on Friday.

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India's Navy Saves Hijacked Ship Off Somalia (Bloomberg)

India's navy saved a hijacked cargo ship off Somalia. Lila Global says an Indian destroyer rescued the Lila Norfolk on Jan. 5 about 400 miles off the coast.

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Crew rescued after Indian Navy boards ship ambushed by pirates off ... (The National)

Guided missile destroyer INS Chennai intercepted MV Lila Norfolk after an attempted hijack.

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