Technical Failure Halts Mumbai Ferry, All 38 Onboard Evacuated Safely

A short‑duration ferry trip from the Gateway of India turned chaotic on September 4 when the Anwari ferry suffered a technical failure while navigating the Arabian Sea. At approximately 8:30 p.m., the boat lost propulsion about 1.5 nautical miles off the coast, leaving 34 passengers and four crew members adrift.

The crew immediately informed the control center, leading to a swift response from the city police. Nearby ferry operators were warned, and a rescue ferry was dispatched within minutes. The rescue team attached a towing line to the stalled vessel and guided it back to the jetty, where police, ferry staff, and the crew coordinated to bring all passengers ashore.

All occupants emerged unharmed. Early probes indicate a problem with the ferry’s engine system. Authorities have opened a detailed investigation into the incident and will review the vessel’s compliance with maritime safety regulations.