Maldivian Diver Airlifted to India After Severe Barracuda Attack Leaves Him Paralyzed

A 32-year-old man from the Maldives was severely injured in a barracuda attack while diving to collect sea cucumbers. Following the incident, he was airlifted to India for advanced medical treatment at Amrita Hospital.

Initially, the man received care in the Maldives, but due to the serious nature of his injuries, he was transferred to India for further treatment. According to medical professionals at Amrita Hospital, the barracuda's teeth had pierced his spinal cord, leaving fragments embedded in the area. This injury resulted in paralysis of his left arm and leg.

The man has since undergone surgery and is currently recovering in the hospital. While barracuda attacks on divers are rare, there have been occasional reports of such incidents in the past.