Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Chinese Sailor Missing After Falling at Paradip Port
A Chinese sailor fell into the sea at Paradip Port in Odisha.
A Bangladeshi sailor jumped in to help.
The incident occurred while the ship, MV Lucky Dragon, was preparing to leave the port.
The Chinese sailor slipped while fixing a ladder.
Rescue teams, including the Coast Guard, NDRF, ODRAF, and Marine Police, are searching for the missing sailor.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine if the fall was accidental or not.
The strong currents and deep water make recovery difficult.
Steps will be taken to further strengthen safety protocols.
A Chinese sailor fell into the sea at Paradip Port.
A Bangladeshi colleague jumped in to rescue him, but was rescued.
The incident occurred while fixing a ladder as the vessel prepared to leave.
Search operations are ongoing with multiple agencies involved.
Police are investigating the cause of the fall.
- Who
- Chinese sailor and Bangladeshi sailor
- What
- A Chinese sailor fell into the sea
- When
- Friday morning
- Where
- Paradip Port, Odisha
- Why
- Sailor slipped while fixing a ladder
Increased Safety Protocols Needed
Current Safety Measures Sufficient
Safety Measures
Increased Safety Protocols Needed
Additional safety measures should be implemented.
Current Safety Measures Sufficient
The authorities have not issued an official statement.
- Incident
- Chinese sailor fell into the sea
- Location
- Paradip Port, Odisha
- Vessel
- MV Lucky Dragon
- Involved Parties
- Chinese sailor, Bangladeshi sailor, CISF, Coast Guard, NDRF, ODRAF, Marine Police
- Rescue Efforts
- Search operations involving divers, patrol boats
- Cause
- Sailor slipped while fixing a ladder
- Depth
- Up to 14.5 meters at berths
