An Indian Navy warship approaches the hijacked MV Lila Norfolk, a Liberian-flagged vessel near Somalia's coast. At least 15 Indian crew members are onboard. The ship reported armed intruders via the UK Maritime Trade Operations portal, prompting the deployment of the INS Chennai and aerial surveillance. The Indian Navy heightens vigilance in the Arabian Sea amid a resurgence of pirate activity. The situation follows a redirection of U.S.-led naval forces to the Red Sea, impacting maritime security.

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#INSChennai
#HijackAlert
#NavalVigilance
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