Remains of seafarer killed in drone boat attack reach Mumbai
25-year-old died off Oman coast in March; family receives body after court plea over delays
The mortal remains of 25-year-old Indian seafarer Dixit Solanki reached Mumbai on Sunday, weeks after he was killed in a suspected drone boat attack off the coast of Oman during the West Asia conflict.
Solanki, who was working aboard an oil tanker, died on March 4 when an explosive-laden drone boat struck the vessel in the Arabian Sea.
His father, Amratlal Solanki, and sister, Mitali Solanki, received the body at the cargo terminal of Mumbai airport. The repatriation came three days after the family approached the Bombay High Court, seeking directions to speed up the return of his remains.
In their petition, the family said they faced delays and a lack of clear communication from authorities. They also stated that repeated emails to the company operating the vessel did not provide them with adequate information.
The family has demanded that all investigation and forensic records related to the incident be shared with them.
The case highlights concerns over the safety of seafarers in conflict zones and the need for timely coordination in handling such incidents.
