Indian Sailor Killed in Attack on Ship Off Oman Coast

An Indian sailor was killed after an attack on the Indian-flagged cargo vessel MSV Al Jusufi off the coast of Oman on November 2. Thirteen other crew members were safely evacuated and rescued by the Omani Coast Guard, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said.

The deceased sailor was identified as Gandhar Nahim Ajij, who was from Gujarat. Sonowal expressed grief over his death in a post on X, offering condolences to the sailor’s family and loved ones.

“While 13 crew members safely evacuated and were rescued by the Omani Coast Guard, I am deeply saddened to report that one of our seafarers, Gandhar Nahim Ajij from Gujarat, tragically succumbed to his injuries. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this hour of immense grief,” the minister wrote.

Government in Touch With Omani Authorities

Sonowal said the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Indian Embassy in Oman are coordinating with local authorities to provide immediate assistance to the 13 rescued crew members.

The government is also working to facilitate the swift repatriation of the surviving crew and the mortal remains of Ajij, the minister said.

The incident involved the Indian-flagged cargo vessel MSV Al Jusufi, which came under attack off the Oman coast near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. The circumstances surrounding the attack and further details about the vessel have not yet been provided in the available information.

The incident is a developing story, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.