Ram Prashad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Ram prashad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 42.04 N,72 7.47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.700667
  • Longitude: 72.124500
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RAM PRASHAD
Type fishing vessel
Length 9.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 2009
Original Detection Year 2009
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Mar 19, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck RAM PRASHAD is located in the Arabian Sea off the west coast of India at coordinates 20 42.04 N, 72 7.47 E. This underwater obstruction, identified as a sunken vessel, was officially recorded following reports in 2009. Navigational warnings classified the site as a danger to shipping, noting the wreck is situated in the vicinity of the Indian coastline. Mariners are advised to exercise caution when navigating near these coordinates, as the structural status of the RAM PRASHAD remains a confirmed underwater hazard.

Surveying Details

SEP 2009/000035673 18.5.09 SUNK IN PA 2042.0N, 7207.5E [WGD]. (NAVAREA VIII 220/09). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2009/000098215 27.7.09 DWPA IN 2042.0N, 7207.5E [IND]. (INDIAN NM 14/239/09). - NM 4401/09.

Circumstances of loss

SANK DUE TO FLOODING. CREW OF 5 MISSING.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the RAM PRASHAD wreck located?

The RAM PRASHAD wreck is located at coordinates 20 42.04 N,72 7.47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RAM PRASHAD?

The seabed around the RAM PRASHAD lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the RAM PRASHAD sink?

The RAM PRASHAD sank on Apr 28, 2009.

When was the wreck of the RAM PRASHAD discovered?

The wreck of the RAM PRASHAD was discovered in 2009.

What type of wreck is the RAM PRASHAD?

The RAM PRASHAD is classified as a fishing vessel.

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