Kochi, May 25 -- The Indian Navy carried out a swift medical evacuation of a critically ill 7-year-old child from Agatti Island in Lakshadweep on Sunday, officials said.

Following an urgent request from the Union Territory of Lakshadweep administration, a Naval Dornier aircraft was immediately dispatched from INS Garuda in Kochi at 3:00 in the afternoon, despite challenging weather conditions. The child, accompanied by parents, was successfully airlifted and brought to Kochi at 6:00 in the evening.

According to a release issued by Indian Navy, the patient was promptly shifted to a civil hospital for further medical treatment upon arrival.

The operation highlights the Indian Navy's commitment to respond to emergencies and provide assist...