Boat Carrying Indian Tourists Capsizes Near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island

A boat carrying several Indian tourists capsized near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island, prompting search and rescue operations.

The Indian Embassy in Vietnam on Saturday said it is closely coordinating with local authorities after a boat carrying several Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island. In a post on X, the embassy said search and rescue operations were underway and that officials were working to ascertain the exact details of the incident. It added that it is closely monitoring the situation and will provide assistance as required.

“In a tragic incident, a boat carrying several Indian tourists has capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam a few hours ago. Exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing,” Indian embassy in Vietnam posted on X.

The Indian Embassy said a dedicated control room has been set up at the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City to provide information and assistance to the families of those affected by the boat accident. The helpline can be reached at +84 36 281 7930, +84 91 552 37 14, and +84 33 452 0414.

In addition, another control room has been established in Hanoi, with the helpline number +84 91 308 9165. The embassy said its officials remain available to assist affected families and respond to any queries related to the incident.