In these tumultuous times when the world is sinking after Trump’s infamous victory and our country is going through severe currency demonetisation issues here is some good news. Captain Radhika Menon has become India’s first female merchant navy captain to be awarded for her exceptional bravery by the IMO (International Maritime Organisation).She rescued seven fishermen from a sinking fishing boat in the dangerous waters of Bay of Bengal last year.

Captain Radhika received her award at a ceremony in London at the IMO headquarters last evening. She expressed her gratitude by saying “I am honoured and humbled by this great honour for me and my team. It is a seafarer's duty to help souls in distress and I did my duty. Seafaring is a noble profession which contributes massively to world trade and economy as well as cultural integration. It does not always get the recognition it deserves,”. 

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It is to be noted that the Indian government nominated Radhika for this award. The IMO established this award to provide international recognition to everyone who performs acts of bravery at sea, risking their lives in order to save others.