SOURCE: AFI
The Indian Navy has confirmed a collision between its submarine INS Karanj and a fishing boat, FV Marthoma, off the Goa coast on November 21, 2023. The incident resulted in the unfortunate loss of two fishermen.
While the submarine sustained damage, it remains operational, according to Vice Admiral Dinesh K Singh. “Whenever there’s a collision, some damage is inevitable. The Navy assessed the damage, and repairs are underway,” he stated.
The Navy has initiated an internal inquiry to investigate the circumstances leading to the accident. Corrective measures will be implemented as necessary to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The collision caused significant damage to the fishing boat, leading to its sinking. The estimated cost of damage to the submarine is over Rs 10 crore.