Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over a boat accident in Vietnam that involved Indian nationals. The incident occurred near Phu Quoc Island, resulting in the death of 15 individuals and injuries to 21 others who were rescued and taken to medical facilities. PM Modi extended condolences to the affected families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured survivors.
The Indian Embassy and Consulate are actively providing assistance to those affected in coordination with Vietnamese authorities. PM Modi, who is returning to India after visiting Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand, emphasized the support being extended to the victims and their families. The exact details of the incident are still being investigated, with local authorities conducting search and rescue operations.
In response to the tragic event, a Control Room has been set up at the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City to offer information and aid to affected families. Another Control Room has been established in Hanoi to facilitate communication and support. The boat, carrying 32 Indian tourists, a flight attendant, and four crew members, capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai island, Phu Quoc, due to a sudden malfunction, as reported by VnExpress. The incident, which occurred around 1 PM, led to the loss of 15 lives, with 21 individuals rescued and receiving urgent medical care.
