Vietnam: 15 Indian Tourists Killed After Speedboat Capsizes Near Phu Quoc Island (Watch Video)
At least 15 Indian tourists were killed after a speedboat capsized near Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam on Saturday, July 11. The vessel was carrying 32 Indian passengers and four crew members when it overturned in rough weather conditions.
At least 15 Indian tourists were killed after a tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers and four crew members capsized near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island on Saturday. The accident occurred shortly after the vessel departed Hon May Rut Ngoai Island for An Thoi Port, with preliminary reports indicating that rough seas and strong winds caused the boat to overturn. Rescue teams have saved 21 people so far, while search operations continue, as reported by NDTV.
According to the Indian Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnamese authorities launched an extensive search and rescue operation immediately after the accident. All passengers and crew were thrown into the water when the speedboat overturned. Indian Tourists Trapped As Boat Capsizes Near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island; Rescue Operations Underway (Watch Video).
Speedboat Capsizes Near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam
Boat capsizes in Phu Quoc, 18 dead. Most of tourits are Indian pic.twitter.com/VmwDdha0Hn
— Linh (@holinh87) July 11, 2026
The embassy said the exact details of the incident are still being verified and that it is working closely with local authorities to ascertain the identities and condition of those on board.
Indian Mission Sets Up Emergency Control Rooms
To assist affected families, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City have established emergency control rooms. The diplomatic mission said the helplines will provide information and assistance to relatives of those involved in the accident. Officials urged families seeking updates to contact the dedicated emergency numbers as authorities continue rescue and identification efforts. Hamirpur Boat Accident: 6 Missing Including 5 Children After Overcrowded Boat Capsizes in Yamuna River, Rescue Operation Underway (Watch Videos).
Accident Reportedly Triggered by Rough Weather
Local reports indicate that the speedboat capsized in open waters near Phu Quoc after encountering rough sea conditions and strong winds. Nearby vessels reportedly joined the rescue effort, helping pull several passengers from the water before emergency responders arrived. Authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances that led to the accident once rescue operations conclude.
Popular Tourist Destination
Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island, is a popular destination known for its beaches and island-hopping tours that attract thousands of international visitors each year. The speedboat involved in the accident was operating on a common tourist route between Hon May Rut Ngoai Island and An Thoi Port.
The tragedy comes as Vietnam continues to welcome large numbers of foreign tourists, including visitors from India, to its southern coastal destinations.
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