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An Indian national died due to medical complications aboard a vessel currently docked at Duqm Port in Oman, according to the Indian embassy in Muscat.

 

In a post on X on Saturday, the Indian mission identified the deceased as Nishanth Uirthanathan, who was on board the MT Celestial when he passed away.

 

"Indian national Mr Nishanth Uirthanathan passed away due to medical complications," it said, adding that his mortal remains are currently on the vessel at Duqm Port.

 

The embassy said it has been in continuous contact with the ship management company and is coordinating with all concerned stakeholders.

 

"Necessary arrangements are being made for the early repatriation of the mortal remains to India," the embassy said, as it conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family.