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Indian Navy’s INS Chennai Rescues Hijacked Vessel MV Lila Norfolk.

Defence | Dated: 05 Jan 2026

The Indian Navy warship INS Chennai successfully rescued the hijacked merchant vessel MV Lila Norfolk in the North Arabian Sea. The vessel, with 21 crew members including 15 Indians, was boarded by pirates. The elite MARCOS commandos conducted sanitization operations, forcing the pirates to flee.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • INS Chennai deployed its helicopter and drones to issue warnings to the pirates.
  • The swift action demonstrated India's role as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean Region.
  • The crew was safe, and the vessel resumed its journey to Bahrain.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Operation: Anti-Piracy Rescue.
  • Ship: INS Chennai.
  • Unit: MARCOS.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which Indian Navy ship conducted the rescue operation of the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk in the Arabian Sea?

Correct Answer: INS Chennai

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Indian Navy

  • Chief – Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
  • Motto – Sham No Varunah