New Delhi: Five Indian fishermen have been injured in Sri Lankan navy firing near deft Island. Meanwhile, India has unequivocally condemned slammed Sri Lankan navy for the incident and has summoned the Lankan envoy to India and conveyed its displeasure. The incident reportedly took place early on Tuesday morning.
“An incident of firing by the Sri Lankan Navy during the apprehension of 13 Indian fishermen in the proximity of Delft Island was reported in the early hours of this morning. Out of the 13 fishermen who were on board the fishing vessel, two have sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Jaffna Teaching Hospital,” the Ministry of External Affairs spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said in a statement.
‘Extending all possible assistance’
The MEA said the Indian government has been extending all possible help to the injured fishermen.
“Three other fishermen received minor injuries and have been treated for the same. Indian Consulate Officials in Jaffna have visited the injured fishermen at the hospital to seek their welfare and are extending all possible assistance to the fishermen and their families, the MEA statement further said.
