Thoothukudi, June 20 -- Tamil Nadu Fisheries Minister Sreenath on Saturday visited the residence of deceased seafarer Nishanth in Thoothukudi, offered condolences to the bereaved family and assured them of all possible assistance from the state government.

Nishanth, a native of Thoothukudi, was serving as a Second Officer on an Oman-bound cargo vessel. He reportedly fell ill during the voyage and allegedly did not receive timely medical assistance, leading to his death.

The Minister met Nishanth's parents and other family members and expressed sorrow over the young seafarer's demise. He said the Tamil Nadu government shared the grief of the bereaved family and assured them that appropriate action would be taken regarding their concerns....