At least 15 Indian tourists die in Vietnam boat capsize

A tourist boat carrying Indian nationals capsized off the coast of Vietnam's Phu Quoc island on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 people. The speedboat, operated by a local tour company, overturned in rough seas in the Gulf of Thailand, approximately 400 meters from shore.

Authorities reported that all 32 tourists and 4 crew members on board were thrown into the water. Rescue operations were complicated as many passengers were trapped inside the submerged vessel. Boats in the vicinity assisted in the rescue efforts, but the search for those still missing was ongoing into Saturday evening.

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The accident occurred only 400 meters from the coast in rough seas.

Boating accidents are not uncommon in Vietnam. Last year, a similar incident involving an excursion boat capsizing during severe weather in the northeast of the country claimed at least 38 lives. The Indian authorities have confirmed the incident but have not yet released official figures on casualties.

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Boats in the vicinity helped with rescue operations, but many passengers were trapped inside the speedboat.