On September 28, 2026, a fishing boat named 'FV Rifat' with 13 fishermen on board became stranded in the deep sea 12 nautical miles south of St. Martin's Island due to engine failure. The Coast Guard vessel 'BCGS Syed Nazrul' successfully rescued all 13 fishermen, who were provided with primary medical care and food.
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Coast Guard rescued the stranded fishermen and provided medical care and food.
Note: Coast Guard vessel BCGS Syed Nazrul carried out the rescue.