Indian Coast Guard (ICG) evacuated a critically-ill patient from Agatti, Lakshadweep late on November 13, 2024. The 68-year old patient was diagnosed with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease & type 2 respiratory failure and was in need of immediate medical evacuation.
ICG District Headquarters at Kochi, in coordination with its Lakshadweep Headquarters & Lakshadweep Administration, launched a Dornier aircraft and medically escorted the patient to General Hospital Ernakulam, Kochi for further treatment.
The swift and successful medical evacuation is part of the consistent support extended by the ICG to the Lakshadweep administration & the Islanders towards ensuring safety of life and sustained connectivity with the mainland, upholding the ICG motto, ‘Vayam Rakshamah’ – We Protect.