The Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) has criticized the death of a 35-year-old Indian seafarer on a ship docked at Duqm Port in Oman.
The union alleged that Nishanth Uirthanathan died due to the shipowner's negligence on June 11 after falling seriously ill.
A video shared by the FSUI shows crew members using cold water bottles to preserve the dead body, highlighting a 'horrifying and health-risking situation.'
The FSUI demanded timely medical evacuation, which was delayed amid regional tensions, as well as body preservation, repatriation, and a full investigation into the response failures.
The Indian embassy in Oman confirmed the death and said necessary arrangements are being made for the early repatriation of the mortal remains to India.
This incident comes days after three Indian seafarers were killed in a US strike on a tanker off Oman, triggering criticism from the public and opposition parties.
