In a dramatic operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued two crew members—one American and one Turkish—from the US-flagged yacht *Sea Angel*, stranded 52 nautical miles southeast of Indira Point in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on July 10. The 16x8-meter vessel, disabled by a blown sail and entangled propeller in turbulent seas, sent a distress signal received by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Port Blair via the US Consulate in Chennai at 11:57 AM.

MRCC Port Blair swiftly activated the International Safety Net, alerting nearby merchant vessels, and deployed ICG Ship *Rajveer* at 2:00 PM. Braving heavy winds and rough conditions, *Rajveer* reached the yacht by 5:30 PM, confirmed the crew’s safety, and began towing the vessel. By 8:00 AM on July 11, *Sea Angel* was safely escorted to Campbell Bay harbor.

The ICG’s precise and professional response ensured no injuries, highlighting their commitment to maritime safety. Social media posts on X praised the operation, with users like @airnewsalerts calling it a “heroic rescue.” This follows the ICG’s recent rescue of three Sri Lankan nationals near Dhanushkodi, underscoring their expertise in high-stakes missions.

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