Paradip Port Coordinates Emergency Shelter for Andhra Pradesh Fishing Boats Amid Cyclonic Weather.
06 Jul 2026
In response to severe cyclonic weather conditions over the Bay of Bengal, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has activated emergency arrangements to provide safe shelter and logistical support to mechanized fishing boats seeking refuge from rough seas.
Today, 36 fishing boats have taken safe shelter at the NQ3 and EQ1 berths of Paradip Port. Of these, 32 boats are from outside the region, while 4 are local fishing boats. With adverse weather conditions continuing over the sea, more fishing boats are expected to arrive at the port in the coming hours.
The emergency response follows an urgent request from the Department of Fisheries, Government of Andhra Pradesh, which informed the Port Authority that several mechanized fishing boats operating near Paradip and Gopalpur were unable to return to the Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour due to strong winds, heavy rainfall, and rough sea conditions. Recognizing the potential risk to the lives of fishermen, Paradip Port Authority immediately coordinated with the concerned agencies to facilitate safe berthing and all necessary support.
Mid-Sea Rescue Successfully Executed
In a coordinated rescue operation, the Odisha Marine Police and the Indian Coast Guard successfully assisted a distressed fishing vessel after IND-AP-V5-MM-872, carrying 10 crew members, suffered an engine failure off the Puri coast.
The stranded fishermen were rescued by another Andhra Pradesh fishing vessel, IFB Simhadri Apna (IND-AP-V5-MM-378). With all 20 persons safely onboard, the vessel was escorted to Paradip Harbour by the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) C-426.
Deputy Commandant Ajoy Chetri, District Operations & Plans Officer, Commander (Odisha), formally requested Paradip Port Authority to facilitate the safe berthing and logistical support for the distressed vessel and its crew upon arrival.
Paradip Port Authority remains on high alert and continues to work in close coordination with the Indian Coast Guard, Odisha Marine Police, the Government of Andhra Pradesh, and other stakeholders to ensure the safety of fishermen and provide a safe harbour for vessels affected by the cyclonic weather.
Reaffirming its commitment to maritime safety and humanitarian assistance, Paradip Port Authority stands ready to support the fishing community and all vessels seeking refuge during adverse weather conditions.
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