Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam: At least 15 Indian tourists were killed after a speedboat carrying Indian nationals capsized near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island on Saturday. Search and rescue operations are continuing as local authorities race to locate any remaining passengers.
According to official information received by the Indian Embassy, 32 Indian tourists were on board the speedboat when it overturned a few hours earlier. The exact cause of the accident has not yet been determined, and Vietnamese authorities are investigating the incident.
The Indian Embassy in Vietnam said it is closely coordinating with local authorities and has extended all possible assistance to the affected families. Embassy officials are monitoring the rescue efforts and working to verify the identities and condition of those involved.
Rescue teams, including the Vietnamese Coast Guard and emergency responders, remain at the scene as operations continue. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as more information becomes available.
The tragic accident has shocked the Indian community, with condolences pouring in for the victims and their families. More details are awaited as officials complete search, rescue, and identification procedures.
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