The sinking of the MSC ELSA 3, a Liberian-flagged container ship, off the southern coast of India has triggered a multi-layered crisis involving environmental damage, disrupted coastal economies, and complex insurance liabilities. Now, the Kerala state government is pursuing ₹9,531 crore (approximately $1.1 billion) in damages from Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), one of the world’s largest shipping operators.
