An Indian Navy seaman, Sahil Verma, has been reported missing from a naval ship since February 27. The Western Naval Command in Mumbai has launched a comprehensive search operation to locate him. A high-level board of inquiry has also been ordered to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

The Western Naval Command posted on Twitter, “In an unfortunate incident, Sahil Verma, Seaman II, has been reported missing at sea from Indian Naval Ship whilst on deployment since 27 Feb 24.” “The Navy immediately launched a massive search operation with ships and aircraft, which is still continuing.”

Another tweet stated, “Naval Board of Inquiry has been ordered for detailed investigations.”

The exact details leading to the incident are currently unknown, and an investigation is ongoing.