Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) MADADGAR during maritime security patrol at sea responded to a distress call by Merchant ship ILIA-10 that developed a technical problem.
The ship tilted to one side due to heavy flooding of water and the likelihood to capsize in rough weather conditions.
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On receipt of the distress call, the technical team of PNS MADADGAR promptly boarded the merchant ship and rendered technical assistance; whereby, saving precious lives on board.
After painstaking efforts, PN Ship’s technical team repaired the defect and de-flooded the vessel. Later, the ship was made seaworthy to continue its voyage.
Pakistan Navy is committed to ensuring the safety of seafarers out at sea.
Director General Public Relations (Navy)