Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:38am on 03 Jul 2025,Thursday International
A ferry, KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, carrying 53 passengers, 12 crew members, and 22 vehicles (including 14 trucks) sank off Bali’s Gilimanuk coast on July 2, around 30 minutes after departing Ketapang, East Java. Two bodies have been recovered and approximately 20–23 people rescued—many unconscious after drifting in 2‑metre waves. Authorities confirm at least four fatalities, with 38–43 still missing. Search operations involve nine vessels, including tugs and inflatables, battling harsh sea conditions. Indonesian maritime safety concerns have been raised as ferry transport remains vital across the archipelago. Rescue efforts continue under urgent circumstances. (PC: The Economic Times)
