An Indian citizen has lost his life in the horrific attack on an oil tanker MKD Vyom off the coast of Muscat, Oman. The incident occurred on 1 March 2026 when a remote-controlled boat laden with explosives collided with the ship’s main engine room. The blast caused a fire on the ship and the Indian employee onboard died tragically. The Indian Embassy in Oman has confirmed the incident and has contacted local authorities to bring back the body of the deceased to India.
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Important information related to ship and rescue work
There were a total of 21 crew members on board the ship when the attack occurred. The largest number of these were Indians. After the incident, a ship named MV SAND passing nearby launched a rescue operation and rescued the remaining 20 people safely. Here are some key points about the ship that was attacked:
Details Information Ship Name MKD Vyom Total Crew 21 (16 Indian, 4 Bangladeshi, 1 Ukrainian) Ship Flag Marshall Islands Gross Cargo 59,463 MT Oil/Petroleum Location of Attack 52 Nautical Miles off Muscat
The Royal Navy of Oman has deployed its fleet to monitor the damaged tanker so that it does not pose any threat to navigation at sea.
Indian Embassy official statement and support
The Indian Embassy in Muscat has expressed deep sorrow over this incident on social media. The embassy has said that they are continuously coordinating with the Omani authorities so that the other 15 Indian nationals on board the ship can be safely sent back home as soon as possible. The embassy has assured all possible help to the victim’s family. Maritime security experts say rising tensions in the Gulf region have led to an increase in attacks on merchant ships, increasing the risk to migrants and workers traveling through this route.