Indian Coast Guard Seizes Pakistani Boat, 11 Crew Members Handed Over To Gujarat Police

Last Updated:December 11, 2025, 16:46 IST

Indian Coast Guard caught a Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew in India's waters, handing them to Gujarat police for investigation.

The search of the boat and interrogation of the Pakistani fishermen was ongoing. (Image: ANI)

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has intercepted a Pakistani fishing vessel operating illegally in Indian waters and taken 11 crew members into custody, officials said on Thursday. The detained fishermen were later handed over to the Jakhau Marine Police in Gujarat for further investigation.

According to Gujarat Defence PRO Wing Commander Abhishek Kumar Tiwari, the Coast Guard undertook a swift operation on Wednesday and “apprehended a Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew inside India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)." He shared the update on X. He noted that the interdiction highlights the ICG’s ongoing maritime vigilance and reflects India’s commitment to safeguarding its maritime boundaries while ensuring strict enforcement of international laws within the Maritime Zones of India (MZI).

“Continuous vigilance across India’s maritime domain remains a cornerstone of our national maritime security strategy," he added.

The ICG also confirmed the interception, stating on X, “The Indian Coast Guard intercepted and apprehended a Pakistani fishing vessel along with 11 crew operating illegally inside Indian waters. This decisive action reflects the unwavering vigilance of the ICG and India’s firm resolve to protect its maritime frontiers and uphold international maritime law within the MZI. Relentless surveillance and proactive operation remain the bedrock of our maritime security strategy."

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