Thiruvananthapuram, Aug. 1 -- Keralam Transport Minister CP John on Saturday said that two fishermen who went missing after their boat capsized in Vizhinjam off Thiruvananthapuram's coast have returned safely. However, the search continues for two others in a separate capsizing incident at Muthalapozhi.

The State Government has requested assistance from the Indian Navy to bolster rescue operations.

"All the missing fishermen have come back, fortunately. And most of them have some injuries; they are immediately hospitalised. The Coast Guard and the Fisheries Department did their best with the help of police and other forces... But unfortunately, Muthalapozhi is a bit different. It is taking its toll, but the rescue system was very good. ...