Indian tourists killed when boat capsizes in Vietnam

The Indian Embassy released the names of all 32 Indians who were aboard the boat that capsized near Phu Quoc island in Vietnam. At least 15 of them died.

Vietnam tragedy: Day after death of 15 Indians, speedboat captain held

Vietnamese police arrested the speedboat captain after the vessel capsized near Phu Quoc island. Fifteen Indian tourists tragically died when the boat overturned in rough seas on Saturday. Rescuers recovered twenty-one individuals from the water, and authorities are investigating the incident. The remains of the deceased Indians have reached Ho Chi Minh City for repatriation. Most rescued Indian tourists are returning home, while one remains hospitalized.

By Agencies

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TN govt deputes IPS officer to expedite victims’ repatriation after Vietnam boat tragedy

Tamil Nadu deputed IPS officer Santosh Hadimani to Vietnam to expedite repatriation of mortal remains of 10 victims killed in the Phu Quoc boat tragedy.

Vietnam Police Arrest Captain After Speedboat Overturns, Killing 15 Indians

The incident occurred on Saturday as the boat carrying 32 Indian tourists, three Vietnamese crew members and a tour guide overturned in rough seas off May Rut Ngoai islet.

Vietnam arrests speedboat captain after deadly capsize

Captain detained after Phu Quoc speedboat capsize kills 15 Indian tourists

Police in southern An Giang province on July 12 decided to detain and launch criminal proceedings against a local man for alleged legal violations tied to the tourist boat capsize that claimed the lives of 15 visitors in Phu Quoc.