15 Indian tourists die as boat capsizes off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island

At least 15 Indian tourists died and 21 were rescued after a speedboat capsized off the coast of Phu Quoc island, southern Vietnam, on July 11, 2026. Source: CNN, Clarin

What happened

The boat, carrying 32 Indian tourists and 4 crew, capsized about 400 meters from Hon May Rut Ngoai island shortly after departure. Source: heraldomx, infobae Witnesses described sudden tilting and strong waves. Source: lavanguardia Some victims were trapped inside the hull, complicating rescue efforts. Source: emolcl

The response

Twenty-one people were rescued, with two in critical condition. Source: CNN, emolcl The captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, was arrested for alleged safety violations. Source: heraldomx Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung ordered an investigation into the incident. Source: elmundoes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and assured assistance. Source: clarin Lava International, the employer of many victims, confirmed employees and partners were among those affected. Source: heraldomx Survivors criticized the lack of emergency medical services on the coast. Source: elmundoes