New Delhi, April 27 -- The government on Monday said the situation involving a Togo-flagged chemical tanker off Oman remains under close watch, even as it reassured that all Indian sailors are safe and there is no immediate cause for concern, during an inter-ministerial briefing here.
Providing details, Mandeep Singh Randhawa, Director at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, said, "On 25th April, a Togo-flagged chemical tanker, MT Siron, was boarded by individuals, including Indian sailors, at the Shinas Outer Port limits in Oman. The vessel was near other ships when the Iranian Coast Guard intervened and fired warning shots."He added, "All Indian sailors are safe, and no Indian-flagged vessel has been affected."Emphasising coord...