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In a heartwarming reunion, 17 Indian sailors returned to their homeland after enduring a harrowing experience aboard the hijacked vessel 'Savina Caylyn.' On the morning of January 10, 2012, a courageous group of 13 crew members touched down in Mumbai, with the remaining four flying to their respective cities to reunite with loved ones. The emotional homecoming marks the end of a chapter filled with challenges and uncertainty, offering a glimmer of hope and resilience for those who faced adversity at sea.

The 'Savina Caylyn', an oil tanker with a crew of 22, is on its way to Dubai, expected to arrive on January 7, 2012. This vessel was hijacked by Somali pirates on February 8, 2011, near Socotra Island while transporting crude oil from Malaysia to Singapore. After more than 10 grueling months held for ransom, the tanker was released on December 21, 2011. The crew consists of five Italians and 17 Indians, and upon its release, the 'Savina Caylyn' was under the protection of the Italian Navy. It embarked on its journey toward Dubai on December 26, 2011, marking a significant moment in the ongoing battle against piracy in the region.

In a significant development, the tanker 'Savina Caylin' has been released by Somalian pirates after being held for nearly ten months. The vessel, carrying a crew of 17 Indian nationals and 5 Italian nationals, was freed on December 21, 2011. Reports indicate that a ransom amounting to approximately €8.8 million was negotiated for the release. The 'Savina Caylin' was initially hijacked on February 8, 2011, as it was navigating off the coast of Socotra, marking another incident in the ongoing crisis of maritime piracy in the region. This release comes as a relief to the families of the crew members who have been awaiting their return.