An oil tanker caught fire near the coast of Oman, according to India's maritime authorities. The vessel, named 'Marivex' and registered under the Madagascar flag, had 24 Indian sailors on board, all of whom are reported safe. The incident was confirmed by Opesh Kumar Sharma, Director of India's Central Ministry of Ports and Shipping, during a press briefing.
Sharma stated that the ship was not carrying any cargo or oil at the time of the fire. Indian authorities, including the Ministry of External Affairs, Indian missions abroad, the Indian Navy, and the Ministry of Defence, are coordinating efforts to ensure the safety of the crew. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and relevant agencies are investigating the incident.
The event underscores ongoing maritime safety challenges in the region, though officials emphasized that no casualties or environmental risks have been reported so far.
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