Karwar, May 11 -- A major mishap was averted after a Persian-model fishing boat belonging to fishermen from Karwar sank in the Goa coastal region while returning from deep-sea fishing operations. All 22 fishermen onboard were rescued safely by nearby fishing crews who rushed to the spot after noticing the boat in distress.

The incident occurred near the Betul coastal area of Goa. According to sources, the boat named "Shree Amma," owned by Dinesh Kanchan of Mudga in Karwar, had ventured into the Arabian Sea nearly a week ago for deep-sea fishing. The vessel reportedly developed technical issues before sinking into the sea.

Fishermen operating nearby immediately launched a rescue operation and safely shifted all 22 crew members to other b...