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Agriculture
Extended search launched for missing fishermen off Andhra Pradesh coast
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 03:18 PM
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Authorities have called for an extended search operation after several fishermen went missing off the Andhra Pradesh coastline.
The state disaster management authority and the coastal police have urged an intensified search after a group of fishermen disappeared while at sea off the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Officials said that the missing crew were last seen when their boat encountered rough conditions, prompting immediate rescue attempts.
A coordinated effort involving navy vessels, coast guard ships, and local fishing community volunteers has been deployed to sweep the area.
The search will continue through the night, with authorities monitoring weather updates and deploying sonar equipment to locate any signs of the vessel or its occupants.
Families of the fishermen have been informed and are awaiting further updates from the rescue teams.
Officials said that the missing crew were last seen when their boat encountered rough conditions, prompting immediate rescue attempts.
A coordinated effort involving navy vessels, coast guard ships, and local fishing community volunteers has been deployed to sweep the area.
The search will continue through the night, with authorities monitoring weather updates and deploying sonar equipment to locate any signs of the vessel or its occupants.
Families of the fishermen have been informed and are awaiting further updates from the rescue teams.