Port Blair, Dec. 2: In line with the continuous efforts of DSS for providing safe ship and safety of passengers, DSS conducted a Safety Mock drill on board MV Juhi today.  A large number of local passengers availing the ferry services participated in the drill.  A scenario of man overboard was created. Subsequent to above created situation, emergency alarm was raised by the vessel and all immediate precautionary measures were taken by the vessel for the safety of fellow passengers. Proper look out were posted to locate the drifting person and same was also informed to Afloat Communication Centre for shore assistance.

The Departmental Disaster Management Team along with Emergency Response Team was pressed into action and 2 rescue boats and 1 Disaster Management Boat was immediately deployed to incident site for assistance. The person went overboard was successfully rescued by the rescue team and initial first aid was given. The man overboard was immediately brought to Phoenix Bay Jetty for further medical assistance.