The Bangladesh Coast Guard rescued 14 fishermen who had been adrift in the deep sea for three days after their fishing boat’s engine failed. The rescue took place on Thursday, May 21, when the Coast Guard vessel 'Joy Bangla' detected the stranded boat by radar near the western waters of Kutubdia. The fishermen were provided with food and primary medical care after being brought to safety.

According to Coast Guard media officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujon, the boat had departed from Alexander Canal in Lakshmipur on May 18, violating the government’s 58-day fishing ban in Bangladesh’s maritime zone, which runs from April 15 to June 11 to protect marine resources. The Coast Guard has been conducting regular patrols to enforce this ban and ensure sustainable fishing practices.

Authorities stated that legal procedures are underway against the rescued fishermen and their vessel. The Coast Guard reaffirmed its commitment to continue similar operations for marine resource protection and emergency rescues in the future.