# Search for 3 missing Kerala fishermen enters ninth day

2026-08-08T04:40:18+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk

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The search for three fishermen missing since July 31 resumed on Saturday, entering its ninth day. Gautam Krishna, John, and Shijin went missing in separate boat mishaps off the coasts of Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam. Gautam's father and grandfather died in the same capsize. The Hindu reports that his mother Reshma staged a protest after accusing the government of lethargy, prompting an intensified search with Coast Guard helicopters and drones. Additional police boats and 10 local fishermen have been deployed. The state government has assured the families of a stepped-up operation.

## Coverage

- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/search-resumes-for-3-fishermen-missing-after-separate-boat-mishaps-in-kerala-101786160242992.html>
- thehindu.com <https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/over-a-week-on-a-kerala-mothers-agonising-wait-for-her-son-who-went-missing-at-sea-continues/article71321301.ece>

Tags: boat mishap, Coast Guard, fishermen missing, Kerala, protest, search operation
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