Empty rations and silent radios: the death of an Indian seafarer onboard Celestial Sea
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Summary
The vessel’s problems encompass almost everything that Indian seafarers have faced in the last two-and-a-half months: Depleting supplies, problems with shipowners, distress calls not being attended to, rationing of food and water, long stressful days in the war zone, and the U.S. Navy’s hostile manoeuvres.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right