'Missing' Pune Engineer Confirmed Dead In Hormuz Ship Attack, Said This In Final Message To Family
Hiram Karmarkar, a marine engineer from Pune, was tragically killed in an attack on the merchant ship GFS Galaxy in the Strait of Hormuz off
Hiram Karmarkar, a marine engineer from Pune, was tragically killed in an attack on the merchant ship GFS Galaxy in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. His family confirmed the news after receiving information from his company. Karmarkar, who served as the third engineer, last communicated with his family stating they had safely crossed the gulf before losing contact.
The ship, carrying a crew of 24, including 11 Indian nationals, was reportedly hit by a projectile, causing a fire in the engine room and left the ship unable to move. The Omani authorities confirmed Karmarkar's death, and his remains are with the Omani navy, set to be returned to his family in Pune for last rites.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by Indian seafarers working on foreign vessels amid escalating tensions in the region, particularly between the United States and Iran. India has strongly condemned the attack and called for peace and diplomatic dialogue to prevent further violence. Chapters 0:00
Tragic Death of Marine Engineer Hiram Karmarkar 1:00 Details of the Attack on MV GFS Galaxy 2:00 Family's Response and Government Involvement 3:00 International Tensions and Impact on Indian Nationals 4:00 Escalating Conflict in the Strait of Hormuz 5:00 India's Condemnation and Call for Diplomacy
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