New Delhi, Oct 10 (PTI) Weeks after a 22-year-old merchant navy cadet from Dehradun went missing off the Sri Lankan coast while serving onboard an oil tanker, the company on Friday said that despite extensive search operations by sea and air for more than 96 hours, he has "regrettably not been located".

In a statement, the firm also said that to ensure a "thorough and impartial investigation", it has engaged an "independent surveyor".

"The surveyor visited the vessel on October 7 and will submit a comprehensive report upon completing their investigation," Executive Ship Management said.

This report will follow established international maritime protocols and be shared with the "relevant authorities -- including the Flag State, Directorate General of Shipping (India), ITF, and the Indian

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