BlurbUnion Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced the safe evacuation of over 4,048 Indian seafarers from West Asia, highlighting top-priority government efforts amid regional maritime conflicts. MUMBAIUnion Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced that over 4,048 Indian seafarers have been safely brought home following the escalating conflict in West Asia. Addressing the media in Mumbai, Sonowal stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has placed the highest priority on the safety, security, and overall welfare of all Indian sailors. Thankfully, all 13 Indian crew members, along with one other sailor, were rescued by the Yemeni Coast Guard and transported safely to the Port of Mokha. QuotePrime Minister Modi has given us clear instructions to make the safety of our seafarers our top priority.