Ministry of Defence
Indian Navy Assists Goa Fire Services in
Containing Major Fire at Vasco Market
Five Defence Fire Tenders from INS Gomantak, INS Hansa and Naval
Armament Depot deployed to support firefighting operations
Posted On: 29 OCT 2026 12:34PM by PIB Mumbai
Vasco/Goa, 29 October 2026:
The Indian Navy promptly assisted the civil authorities in containing a major fire
that broke out at...
Ministry of Defence Indian Navy Assists Goa Fire Services in Containing Major Fire at Vasco Market Five Defence Fire Tenders from INS Gomantak, INS Hansa and Naval Armament Depot deployed to support firefighting operations
Posted On: 29 OCT 2026 12:34PM by PIB Mumbai Vasco/Goa, 29 October 2026:
The Indian Navy promptly assisted the civil authorities in containing a major fire that broke out at Vasco Market, Vasco da Gama, Goa, on 28 October 2026.
Following a request from the local authorities, the Indian Navy mobilised five Defence Fire Tenders (DFTs) from INS Gomantak, INS Hansa and the Naval Armament Depot (NAD), under Headquarters, Goa Naval Area (HQGNA), to support the firefighting operations.Naval firefighting teams worked in close coordination with the Goa State Fire and Emergency Services. Through coordinated and sustained efforts, the fire was brought under control.
The prompt response reflects the Indian Navy’s continued commitment to supporting the civil administration and local authorities during emergencies and disasters. The Navy remains committed to extending assistance to civil authorities whenever required.
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