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Lava Mobiles employees among Vietnam boat tragedy victims, firm says 'saddened'

From Hindustan Times · () English

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  • A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized near Phu Quoc, Vietnam, killing 15 tourists.
  • Some of the victims were employees and channel partners of Indian mobile company Lava Mobiles.
  • Lava Mobiles expressed deep sadness and is working with the Indian Embassy and local authorities to support affected families.

Lava Mobiles has confirmed that some of its employees and channel partners were among the 15 Indian tourists who died when a speedboat capsized in southern Vietnam.

The incident occurred about 400 meters from Hon May Rut Ngoai Island, near Phu Quoc, with the boat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members. State media reported the tragic death toll, with victims hailing from various Indian states including Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.

Our immediate priority is to extend all possible support to those affected and their families. Our teams in both India and Vietnam are in regular contact with the families and are providing all possible assistance.

— Lava MobilesThe company outlines its support efforts for the families of those affected by the boat tragedy.

In a statement on X, Lava Mobiles expressed its "deeply saddened" reaction to the "tragic boat incident." The company stated it is in close contact with the Embassy of India in Vietnam and local authorities to ascertain the safety and well-being of its staff and associates. Its teams in both India and Vietnam are actively communicating with the families of those on board, offering "all possible support."

deeply saddened to learn about the tragic boat incident

— Lava MobilesThe company's initial reaction to the news of the incident.
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