Indian-flagged MS Virat 1 suffers engine failure off Oman coast; Rescued 14 citizens on board

The Indian-flagged mechanized sailing vessel Virat 1 with 14 Indian crew members was reportedly involved in an incident off the coast of Oman, prompting a search and rescue operation, the Embassy of India in Oman said on Sunday.

In a post on social media, the Embassy of Oman said: “The mission has learned of an incident involving the Indian-flagged mechanized sailing vessel Virat 1 off the coast of Oman, which reportedly boarded with 14 Indian crew members. Search and rescue is being coordinated with Omani authorities and vessels in the vicinity of the incident.”

This is a developing story. Further details were awaited.