Chinese embassy commends Indian Coast Guard for mid-sea evacuation
Also Read: India, China agree to resolve border issues in expeditious manner after 2-day meet The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Mumbai on Wednesday received information that a crew member — Yin Weigyang — onboard the research vessel had a cardiac attack and required urgent medical attention. Communication was established immediately with the vessel, which was en route from China to the UAE necessary telemedicine advice was provided promptly.
"In a daring operation, @IndiaCoastGuard #ALH MK-III evacuates a #Chinese national from MV Dong Fang Kan Tan No 2 around 200 Km mid-sea amidst challenging night conditions & extreme weather. Patient was reported chest pain &cardiac arrest symptoms," Indian Coast Guard said on the X (formerly known as Twitter).
Utilizing the most effective choices for a prompt evacuation and subsequent medical care, the individual was lifted by the CG ALH MK-III helicopter and received initial medical assistance. Afterwards, they were handed over to the ship's medical team for continued treatment.
Also Read: Amid row with China, India ramping up infrastructure. A look at these efforts The rapid action performed by the CG ALH and CGAS Daman during the nighttime effectively rescued the life of an international person at sea.
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