Search operation for the missing AN-32 aircraft of IAF continues uninterrupted
for the third consecutive day. A total of 12 IN ships and 04 ICG ships along
with 17 aircraft from Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard have
been mobilized towards this operation.
The weather improved marginally
today thereby aiding deployment of additional assets and thereby aiding
intensification of the search in a larger area (Map Enclosed). The sea state
however continues to be rough thus making the conditions challenging.
The family members of all
personnel on board were reached out to by their respective Services and were
assured that at this hour of uncertainty they are not alone and the government
has mobilized all possible assets in one of the largest operation of its kind.
Various other Government agencies
have also been requested to provide satellite imagery of the area to aid the
operations which will continue till further review of the situation.



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