1 fisherman killed, 1 injured in firing by Pak Navy, India to pursue matter diplomatically
Zee News
The Pakistan Maritime Security Agency had attacked Indian fishing boats back in April 2020, as well, the Ministry of External Affairs had then termed the incident a "deplorable and unprofessional act".
New Delhi: An Indian fisherman was allegedly killed while another sustained minor injuries in a firing incident by Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) trooper near international maritime boundary line in the Arabian sea off Gujarat coast. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has confirmed the firing incident which occurred around 4 PM on Saturday.
The fisherman identified as Sridhar Ramesh Chamre, 32, from Maharashtra was killed and a crew member of fishing boat 'Jalpari' was injured in the alleged firing incident. There were six others in the boat who have since been rescued.
Chamre's body was brought to Okha port while the injured fisherman is being treated at hospital in Okha, Gujarat.
