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Delhi, Oct 16: Indian Navy aircraft P8I has been sent to Manila in
Philippines for assisting in search and rescue operations for the missing
sailors of MV Emerald Star. The ship was carrying 26 Indians on board and sank
on October 13 in the Pacific off the Philippines as a typhoon churned in the
region. So far, 16 Indians have been rescued by the three ships sailing near
the area. "A P-8I (Navy 323) left from its base at 11.45 pm last night. It
will arrive in Manila at 9.00 am local time (01:00 UTC) and begin search and
rescue operations right away," the Indian Navy said. The aircraft is
equipped with two SAR kits which contain an inflatable dinghy capable of
carrying 10 persons. It is also carrying emergency food and water supplies
meant for airdropping to survivors. UNI
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