5 Navy men killed during exercise

Five Naval personnel were killed on Friday and three injured critically in a major tragedy during a Naval exercise in the Bay of Bengal.

The accident took place on board the Indian Navy's latest acquisition INS Jalashva while the ship was taking part in the Naval exercises between Visakhapatanam and Port Blair, the Indian Navy spokesman said.

It was not immediately known how the fatality took place. INS Jalashva, a ship landing dock previously called USS TRETON, was acquired from the US Navy just a month back.

The Navy rushed its medical ships to treat the injured and to bring back the serious cases to Port Blair.

A board of inquiry has been constituted in the incident. Defence Minister A K Antony has expressed his deep regret at the loss of lives.

News Source: Samachar