Personnel of the Coast Guard ship C-148, which was returning from patrol, felt the signs of distress amongst passengers and responded swiftly, the official said.
“The ICG vessel, braving the rough seas, reached the distressed vessel. A team was sent to the boat and personnel on board the boat were calmed down,” he said.
The Coast Guard team stabilised the situation and brought the boat safely to the harbour, averting a potential disaster, the official said.
On arrival, all the passengers and crew members were provided with medical aid, he added.