Swapna Kumbar , Bengaluru - At least 15 Indian tourists have died after a speedboat capsized near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island, according to early reports. Rescue and search operations are continuing, while the Indian mission has set up control rooms to assist those affected.

The boat was carrying 32 Indian tourists, along with crew members, when it overturned about 400 meters from Hon May Rut Ngoai near Phu Quoc, authorities said. Reports say local responders rushed to the scene as rescuers worked to locate survivors and recover bodies from the water. The death toll may still rise as the operation continues and officials account for everyone on board.

The Indian mission in Vietnam has opened control rooms to help families, coordinate with Vietnamese authorities and provide updates on the victims. This has become both a maritime emergency and a consular response, with officials trying to verify the condition of the missing and injured. Early reports suggest the incident has deeply affected Indian travelers in the region and triggered urgent diplomatic follow-up.

The capsizing near Phu Quoc has turned into a major tragedy for Indian tourists abroad, with rescue crews still racing against time. As authorities continue search efforts, the focus remains on confirming the full toll and supporting affected families.