2010 Mumbai oil spill

The 2010 Mumbai oil spill occurred on July 28, 2010, when the Liberian-flagged container ship MSC Chitra collided with the bulk carrier MV Khalijia 3 in the Mumbai Harbour, India. The incident resulted in the spilling of approximately 1,500 metric tons of oil into the Arabian Sea, causing significant environmental damage and raising concerns regarding marine ecology and public health. The spill affected local fishermen, disrupted marine life, and prompted immediate cleanup efforts by Maharashtra's maritime authorities and the Indian Coast Guard. The incident underscored the vulnerabilities of Mumbai’s busy shipping lanes and prompted discussions on maritime safety regulations and pollution control measures in India.