Pakistani Fishing Equipment Found Off Maharashtra Coast
Authorities in Maharashtra have uncovered fishing equipment from a Pakistani vessel near Raigad's coast. The equipment was found during a search operation close to Korla Fort, following a report from the Indian Coast Guard about a sighting of the boat. Initially originating from Karachi, the equipment had drifted into Indian waters after becoming detached last year. This incident highlights ongoing maritime concerns in the region.
Jul 12, 2025, 10:10 IST
Discovery of Fishing Gear Near Raigad
On Friday, authorities recovered fishing equipment from a Pakistani vessel off the coast of Raigad, Maharashtra. This information was confirmed by local police.
An official reported that the equipment was located during a search operation near the historic Korla Fort.
The Indian Coast Guard had alerted the police on Sunday night about the sighting of a Pakistani boat close to Korla Fort. It was later determined that the boat originated from Karachi, but its equipment had become detached last year and drifted into Indian waters.