Vietnam Boat Accident: 15 Dead, 21 Rescued After Vessel Carrying Indian Tourists Capsizes

At least 15 people have died and 21 others have been rescued after a boat carrying Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, according to local reports.

The incident occurred on Saturday near Hon May Rut Ngoai island, where a speedboat carrying Indian tourists overturned during a journey. Local authorities have launched search and rescue operations, while officials continue to verify details of the accident.

According to Vietnamese publication VnExpress, the speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists, one flight attendant and four crew members when it capsized.

Rescue operations launched after boat overturns

The vessel, operated by Ocean Pear Island Company, reportedly developed a technical problem around 1 pm, causing it to lose balance and overturn.

Several nearby tourist boats reached the site after noticing the distressed vessel and assisted in rescue efforts.

The An Thoi Port Border Guard Station said that 15 people died in the accident, including two women and 13 men. The 21 survivors were rescued and shifted to medical facilities for emergency treatment.

Indian missions coordinate assistance

The Indian Embassy in Hanoi said the exact details of the incident were still being confirmed and that local authorities were conducting search and rescue operations.

“A boat carrying several Indian tourists has capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam. Exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing,” the embassy said in a statement.

Control rooms have been established at the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City and in Hanoi to provide information and assistance to affected families.

Officials from the Indian mission are coordinating with Vietnamese authorities as rescue and relief efforts continue.