The mortal remains of a Kerala couple who lost their lives in the tragic tourist boat capsize incident in Vietnam arrived at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Tuesday morning (July 14). The deceased, identified as AC Thomas (57), a businessman, and his wife, Loveni Thomas (56), residents of Kottarakkara in Kollam district. They were among the 15 Indian tourists killed when a speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers and four crew members capsized on Saturday (July 11) near Hon May Rut Ngoai island off Phu Quoc in Vietnam. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The bodies of the victims were first flown from Vietnam to Mumbai on a Vietnam Airlines flight early Tuesday morning. From Mumbai, the coffins were transported to Thiruvananthapuram on an Air India flight. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mortal-remains-of-6-tamil-nadu-victims-of-vietnam-boat-tragedy-arrive-in-coimbatore-1784019638629">Mortal remains of 6 Tamil Nadu victims of Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Coimbatore</a> Teary-eyed relatives and state representatives gathered at the airport's cargo area to receive the bodies. On behalf of the Kerala government, Ministers PC Vishnunath and CP John, alongside Congress MP Kodikunnil Suresh, received the mortal remains and paid tributes by placing wreaths on the coffins. The Non-Resident Keralites Affairs (NORKA) Department coordinated the logistics to ensure the seamless release of the bodies. Following the completion of official customs and airport formalities, the remains were placed in ambulances and transported to the couple's hometown in Kottarakkara, where the funeral is scheduled for Wednesday (July 15). Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vietnam-boat-tragedy-mortal-remains-of-three-andhra-pradesh-victims-reach-hyderabad-1784009090402">Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of three Andhra victims reach Hyderabad</a> Speaking to reporters at the airport, MP Kodikunnil Suresh raised serious concerns over safety lapses during the excursion. He alleged that preliminary security protocols were completely ignored on the vessel and urged the Ministry of External Affairs to engage with the Vietnamese government for a comprehensive inquiry into the incident. Meanwhile, local police in Vietnam's An Giang province have arrested the speedboat's captain for serious regulatory violations that led to the fatal disaster.

The mortal remains of Kerala businessman AC Thomas and his wife Loveni, who died in the tragic Vietnam speedboat capsize, arrived in Thiruvananthapuram.

The mortal remains of a Kerala couple who lost their lives in the tragic tourist boat capsize incident in Vietnam arrived at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Tuesday morning (July 14). The deceased, identified as AC Thomas (57), a businessman, and his wife, Loveni Thomas (56), residents of Kottarakkara in Kollam district. They were among the 15 Indian tourists killed when a speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers and four crew members capsized on Saturday (July 11) near Hon May Rut Ngoai island off Phu Quoc in Vietnam.

The mortal remains of Kerala businessman AC Thomas and his wife Loveni, who died in the tragic Vietnam speedboat capsize, arrived in Thiruvananthapuram.

Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of Kerala couple arrive in Thiruvananthapuram

Heartrending scenes were witnessed at Coimbatore International Airport on Tuesday (July 14) as the mortal remains of six residents of Tamil Nadu, who lost their lives in the tragic Vietnam boat capsize, arrived by air. The disaster occurred on Saturday (July 11) near Hon May Rut Ngoai off Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam. A speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers, mostly mobile phone dealers and distributors on a corporate incentive trip organised by mobile brand Lava, and four local crew members overturned roughly 400 meters from the shore. Out of 15 Indian nationals who tragically lost their lives in the accident, 10 hailed from Tamil Nadu. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Following coordinated efforts by the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian Embassy in Vietnam, and the state government under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, all 15 bodies were first flown to Mumbai on Monday night. Upon completion of customs and immigration formalities early Tuesday morning, the bodies were dispatched to their respective home states. While four of the Tamil Nadu victims' remains were flown directly to Chennai, the bodies of the remaining six victims, including individuals from Salem, Trichy, Dharmapuri, and Dindigul, were brought to Coimbatore. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vietnam-boat-tragedy-mortal-remains-of-three-andhra-pradesh-victims-reach-hyderabad-1784009090402">Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of three Andhra Pradesh victims reach Hyderabad</a> At Coimbatore International Airport, local authorities, district officials, and grieving family members gathered to receive the caskets. The state administration made meticulous arrangements, deploying dedicated government-funded hearse vehicles equipped with freezer boxes to immediately transport the remains to the victims' native towns for their final rites. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vietnam-boat-tragedy-mortal-remains-of-15-indians-arrive-in-mumbai-to-be-sent-to-home-states-1783963994429">Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of 15 Indians arrive in Mumbai, to be sent to home states</a> The families of the deceased expressed their gratitude to the local administration and Indian Embassy officials for their swift, empathetic response in bringing their loved ones home during this immense hour of grief.

The mortal remains of six tourists from Tamil Nadu who died in the tragic Vietnam boat capsize arrived at the Coimbatore airport on Tuesday. 

Heartrending scenes were witnessed at Coimbatore International Airport on Tuesday (July 14) as the mortal remains of six residents of Tamil Nadu, who lost their lives in the tragic Vietnam boat capsize, arrived by air. The disaster occurred on Saturday (July 11) near Hon May Rut Ngoai off Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam. A speedboat carrying 32 Indian passengers, mostly mobile phone dealers and distributors on a corporate incentive trip organised by mobile brand Lava, and four local crew members overturned roughly 400 meters from the shore. Out of 15 Indian nationals who tragically lost their lives in the accident, 10 hailed from Tamil Nadu.

The mortal remains of six tourists from Tamil Nadu who died in the tragic Vietnam boat capsize arrived at the Coimbatore airport on Tuesday.

Mortal remains of 6 Tamil Nadu victims of Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Coimbatore

The bodies of three Andhra Pradesh natives who lost their lives in the boat capsize off the coast of Vietnam were received at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) and handed over to their families. The deceased were identified as Sridhar from Kadapa, Jayashri from Machilipatnam, and Raviteja from Hindupur. They were among the 15 Indian nationals who died in the tragic accident on July 11, officials said. Andhra Pradesh Minister Kondapalli Srinivas called the incident deeply tragic, stating that the accident involving a tourist boat in Vietnam was deeply tragic. "Many Indians had gone there to visit with their families… it is truly a heart-wrenching incident. We have lost 15 to 16 people, three of whom were from Andhra Pradesh. We are currently at Hyderabad Airport. We have come to offer our condolences to the families who have arrived here to receive the mortal remains of their loved ones. The government has made every possible effort to coordinate with the Vietnam government to ship the mortal remains to India via Mumbai… this is a massive loss for the families… our Chief Minister and the Andhra Pradesh government are always ready to assist,” Srinivas said. Janardhama Raj and JL Murthy, two Andhra Pradesh government representatives, were present at the airport to receive the bodies. Janardhama Raj said, “The AP State Government has nominated two persons to receive mortal remains of three people from the AP at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad… Apart from me, another person is JL Murthy at Shamshabad. We are here to receive the mortal remains of three people coming from… coming from Vietnam. Of the 15 Indian bodies, only 3 are from AP. It is reaching Mumbai at 9:35. They belonged to Kadapa, Machilipatnam, and Anantapur districts. We will receive the bodies at Shamshabad airport, and we will hand them over to the concerned officers nominated by the district collectors of Kadapa, Machilipatnam, and Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai district.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-sailor-killed-6-other-injured-as-iran-strikes-uae-tankers-in-strait-of-hormuz-grave-violation-of-international-law-1783990168971">Indian sailor killed, 8 other injured as Iran strikes UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz: 'Grave violation' of international law</a><h3>Remains collected at the airport</h3>After the remains of the deceased arrived at the airport, the family members gathered at the site to collect the remains. Swarup, a relative of Jayashri from Machilipatnam, said, “We have come here to collect her body. She was not working with LAVA. She had gone with her friend. The Andhra Pradesh government is supporting us with the transportation of her body.” He added, “We have come here to collect her body… Both governments are supporting well, and these people (airport authority) are also coordinating well.”&nbsp;The accident occurred when a tourist speedboat carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members, overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island. According to Vietnamese authorities, the vessel, operated by Ocean Pearl Island Company, was travelling from Hon May Rut Islet to An Thoi Port, about 25 kilometres from Phu Quoc Airport, when it was caught in rough weather and capsized, throwing everyone on board into the sea. &nbsp;

Andhra Pradesh Minister Kondapalli Srinivas called the incident deeply tragic, stating that the accident involving a tourist boat in Vietnam was deeply tragic. They were among the 15 Indian nationals who died in the tragic accident on July 11.

The bodies of three Andhra Pradesh natives who lost their lives in the boat capsize off the coast of Vietnam were received at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) and handed over to their families. The deceased were identified as Sridhar from Kadapa, Jayashri from Machilipatnam, and Raviteja from Hindupur. They were among the 15 Indian nationals who died in the tragic accident on July 11, officials said. Andhra Pradesh Minister Kondapalli Srinivas called the incident deeply tragic, stating that the accident involving a tourist boat in Vietnam was deeply tragic. "Many Indians had gone there to visit with their families… it is truly a heart-wrenching incident. We have lost 15 to 16 people, three of whom were from Andhra Pradesh. We are currently at Hyderabad Airport. We have come to offer our condolences to the families who have arrived here to receive the mortal remains of their loved ones. The government has made every possible effort to coordinate with the Vietnam government to ship the mortal remains to India via Mumbai… this is a massive loss for the families… our Chief Minister and the Andhra Pradesh government are always ready to assist,” Srinivas said. Janardhama Raj and JL Murthy, two Andhra Pradesh government representatives, were present at the airport to receive the bodies. Janardhama Raj said, “The AP State Government has nominated two persons to receive mortal remains of three people from the AP at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad… Apart from me, another person is JL Murthy at Shamshabad. We are here to receive the mortal remains of three people coming from… coming from Vietnam. Of the 15 Indian bodies, only 3 are from AP. It is reaching Mumbai at 9:35. They belonged to Kadapa, Machilipatnam, and Anantapur districts. We will receive the bodies at Shamshabad airport, and we will hand them over to the concerned officers nominated by the district collectors of Kadapa, Machilipatnam, and Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai district.” Also read: Indian sailor killed, 8 other injured as Iran strikes UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz: 'Grave violation' of international law Remains collected at the airport After the remains of the deceased arrived at the airport, the family members gathered at the site to collect the remains. Swarup, a relative of Jayashri from Machilipatnam, said, “We have come here to collect her body. She was not working with LAVA. She had gone with her friend. The Andhra Pradesh government is supporting us with the transportation of her body.” He added, “We have come here to collect her body… Both governments are supporting well, and these people (airport authority) are also coordinating well.” The accident occurred when a tourist speedboat carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members, overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island off Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island. According to Vietnamese authorities, the vessel, operated by Ocean Pearl Island Company, was travelling from Hon May Rut Islet to An Thoi Port, about 25 kilometres from Phu Quoc Airport, when it was caught in rough weather and capsized, throwing everyone on board into the sea.

Andhra Pradesh Minister Kondapalli Srinivas called the incident deeply tragic, stating that the accident involving a tourist boat in Vietnam was deeply tragic. They were among the 15 Indian nationals who died in the tragic accident on July 11.

Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of three Andhra Pradesh victims reach Hyderabad

The mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals who lost their lives in the tragic boat accident near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island were brought back to India on Monday, with the special flight landing at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at around 9:20 pm IST.&nbsp;The repatriation marks the beginning of the victims' final journey home. Following immigration, customs and other necessary formalities at the airport, the mortal remains will be handed over to the respective state authorities for transportation to their hometowns.&nbsp;Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh and two from Kerala.The Tamil Nadu government had earlier deputed a special officer to Vietnam to coordinate the repatriation process and is expected to oversee the transfer of the mortal remains from Mumbai to the victims' native places.&nbsp;&nbsp;The two victims from Kerala are expected to be flown to Thiruvananthapuram, where state agency NORKA has coordinated arrangements before the mortal remains are taken to their hometown in Kollam district for the last rites.&nbsp;&nbsp;Authorities in Andhra Pradesh are also coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and airport officials to facilitate the transfer of the three victims to their families.<h2>Indian Embassy in Hanoi will continue to coordinate</h2>&nbsp;In a statement, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said it, along with the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City, would continue coordinating with the respective state governments to ensure that the mortal remains reach the bereaved families at the earliest.&nbsp;"Our prayers are with the families of the deceased," the Embassy said, expressing condolences to those who lost their loved ones in one of the deadliest incidents involving Indian tourists in Vietnam in recent years.&nbsp;The victims were among those killed in the boat accident that occurred on July 11&nbsp;near Phu Quoc, a popular tourist island in southern Vietnam. The sightseeing boat reportedly encountered severe weather before capsizing, triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation by Vietnamese authorities.&nbsp;Following the tragedy, Indian diplomatic missions in Vietnam worked closely with local authorities to complete identification procedures, post-mortem examinations and the legal documentation required for repatriation.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Ministry of External Affairs also assured all possible assistance to the affected families throughout the process.&nbsp;As the mortal remains make their way to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, families are preparing to perform the final rites, bringing to a close a painful chapter that has left communities across India in mourning. &nbsp;

Following the tragedy, Indian diplomatic missions in Vietnam worked closely with local authorities to complete identification procedures, post-mortem examinations and the legal documentation required for repatriation. 

The mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals who lost their lives in the tragic boat accident near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island were brought back to India on Monday, with the special flight landing at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at around 9:20 pm IST. The repatriation marks the beginning of the victims' final journey home. Following immigration, customs and other necessary formalities at the airport, the mortal remains will be handed over to the respective state authorities for transportation to their hometowns. Of the 15 victims, 10 were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh and two from Kerala. The Tamil Nadu government had earlier deputed a special officer to Vietnam to coordinate the repatriation process and is expected to oversee the transfer of the mortal remains from Mumbai to the victims' native places. The two victims from Kerala are expected to be flown to Thiruvananthapuram, where state agency NORKA has coordinated arrangements before the mortal remains are taken to their hometown in Kollam district for the last rites. Authorities in Andhra Pradesh are also coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and airport officials to facilitate the transfer of the three victims to their families. Indian Embassy in Hanoi will continue to coordinate In a statement, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said it, along with the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City, would continue coordinating with the respective state governments to ensure that the mortal remains reach the bereaved families at the earliest. "Our prayers are with the families of the deceased," the Embassy said, expressing condolences to those who lost their loved ones in one of the deadliest incidents involving Indian tourists in Vietnam in recent years. The victims were among those killed in the boat accident that occurred on July 11 near Phu Quoc, a popular tourist island in southern Vietnam. The sightseeing boat reportedly encountered severe weather before capsizing, triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation by Vietnamese authorities. Following the tragedy, Indian diplomatic missions in Vietnam worked closely with local authorities to complete identification procedures, post-mortem examinations and the legal documentation required for repatriation. The Ministry of External Affairs also assured all possible assistance to the affected families throughout the process. As the mortal remains make their way to Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala, families are preparing to perform the final rites, bringing to a close a painful chapter that has left communities across India in mourning.

Following the tragedy, Indian diplomatic missions in Vietnam worked closely with local authorities to complete identification procedures, post-mortem examinations and the legal documentation required for repatriation.&nbsp;

Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of 15 Indians arrive in Mumbai, to be sent to home states

Vietnamese police on Sunday detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off southern Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists, for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members when it overturned on Saturday afternoon, shortly after leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai island near Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island.&nbsp;The captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations, state media reported.&nbsp;Sixteen survivors of the speedboat accident have been discharged from the hospital and are returning to India, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said on social media Sunday, while one remains in critical condition in the hospital.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strait-of-hormuz-more-important-deterrent-than-dozens-of-atomic-bombs-will-protect-it-khamenei-adviser-1783854686958">Strait of Hormuz ‘more important deterrent’ than dozens of atomic bombs, will protect it: Khamenei adviser</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;All 15 victims were on a company trip organised by Lava International, India’s smartphone and consumer electronics manufacturer, for its employees, distributors, and retail partners, the company said.Ashish Kumar, a 48-year-old distributor from the city of Guntur, said the party had split into three groups to travel between islands when he witnessed the accident from shore.Kumar said there was no emergency medical care available at the shore when survivors were brought back.Rough seas with waves up to 3 metres (10 feet) high hampered the rescue. Jet skis were able to reach survivors more easily than larger boats and brought them ashore one by one.&nbsp;<h2>Bodies arrive in Ho Chi Minh City</h2>&nbsp;The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who tragically passed away in the boat accident have reached Ho Chi Minh City.After completion of formalities at Ho Chi Minh, the mortal remains would be transported to India at the earliest.The embassy and the consulate teams are closely coordinating with the Vietnamese authorities, who are committed to providing all assistance for the earliest transportation of the mortal remains to India.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The mortal remains of 15 Indian Nationals who tragically passed away in yesterday’s boat accident have reached Ho Chi Minh City. After completion of formalities at Ho Chi Minh, the mortal remains would be transported to India at the earliest. The Embassy and the Consulate teams…&mdash; India in Vietnam (@AmbHanoi) <a href="https://x.com/AmbHanoi/status/2076261469973569907?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“We continue to pray for the early recovery of the one survivor at Phu Quoc Hospital,” said the Indian embassy in a post on X.

The speedboat’s captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations, state media reported. An eyewitness said there was no emergency medical care available at the shore when survivors were brought back.

Vietnamese police on Sunday detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off southern Vietnam, killing 15 Indian tourists, for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members when it overturned on Saturday afternoon, shortly after leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai island near Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island. The captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations, state media reported. Sixteen survivors of the speedboat accident have been discharged from the hospital and are returning to India, the Indian Embassy in Hanoi said on social media Sunday, while one remains in critical condition in the hospital. Also Read: Strait of Hormuz ‘more important deterrent’ than dozens of atomic bombs, will protect it: Khamenei adviser All 15 victims were on a company trip organised by Lava International, India’s smartphone and consumer electronics manufacturer, for its employees, distributors, and retail partners, the company said. Ashish Kumar, a 48-year-old distributor from the city of Guntur, said the party had split into three groups to travel between islands when he witnessed the accident from shore. Kumar said there was no emergency medical care available at the shore when survivors were brought back. Rough seas with waves up to 3 metres (10 feet) high hampered the rescue. Jet skis were able to reach survivors more easily than larger boats and brought them ashore one by one. Bodies arrive in Ho Chi Minh City The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who tragically passed away in the boat accident have reached Ho Chi Minh City. After completion of formalities at Ho Chi Minh, the mortal remains would be transported to India at the earliest. The embassy and the consulate teams are closely coordinating with the Vietnamese authorities, who are committed to providing all assistance for the earliest transportation of the mortal remains to India.

The speedboat’s captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is under investigation for alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations, state media reported. An eyewitness said there was no emergency medical care available at the shore when survivors were brought back.

Vietnam Police detain captain of speedboat that capsized killing 15 Indian tourists

The boat carrying Indian nationals that capsized off southern Vietnam overturned after barely travelling 300-400 metres from the shore, a witness said, recounting the tragedy. The incident happened when a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized on Saturday (Jul 11) while leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai island. The victims were part of a group trip organised for Lava International’s distributors, sellers and employees. At least 15 Indians were killed in the incident, according to Vietnamese media reports.“The boat had gone barely 300 to 400 metres when it tipped over. We were taking pictures, and it happened before we could react,” Ashish Kumar, a 48-year-old distributor from Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur, told PTI. He witnessed the incident from another island.He said that the tourists were divided into three groups to travel between islands as part of the company tour. While one boat had already left, the other two were still on Hon May Rut Ngoai taking photographs when the accident unfolded.<h2>‘Screaming for help’</h2>“The boat had hardly left the island. We were all screaming for help,” Kumar said. He added that the weather did not appear dangerous at the time of the accident.“There was some wind but that is expected on an island,” he said, dismissing suggestions of rough weather.He stated that rescue teams reached the site of the incident quickly and brought survivors and victims back to shore. He claimed that medical personnel were not immediately available.“The rescue teams got active and the bodies were brought back. However, there were no medical teams even to administer CPR. We are all in a state of shock,” he said. Kumar said that several members of the group were travelling with their families. “A distributor friend I know was travelling with his wife. His wife has died, while he is fighting for his life in a hospital,” he said.Lava International said it was “deeply saddened” by the tragedy and is coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Vietnam and local authorities while extending support to affected families. The group has since returned to its hotel.“We are in constant touch with the Embassy of India in Vietnam and the local authorities to gather information about the safety and well-being of our people. Our immediate priority is to extend all possible support to those affected and their families,” the company said.

A speedboat carrying Indian tourists in southern Vietnam capsized just 300-400 metres from shore, killing at least 15 people. A witness said the boat overturned suddenly, leaving survivors and victims in shock.

The boat carrying Indian nationals that capsized off southern Vietnam overturned after barely travelling 300-400 metres from the shore, a witness said, recounting the tragedy. The incident happened when a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized on Saturday (Jul 11) while leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai island. The victims were part of a group trip organised for Lava International’s distributors, sellers and employees. At least 15 Indians were killed in the incident, according to Vietnamese media reports. “The boat had gone barely 300 to 400 metres when it tipped over. We were taking pictures, and it happened before we could react,” Ashish Kumar, a 48-year-old distributor from Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur, told PTI. He witnessed the incident from another island. He said that the tourists were divided into three groups to travel between islands as part of the company tour. While one boat had already left, the other two were still on Hon May Rut Ngoai taking photographs when the accident unfolded. ‘Screaming for help’ “The boat had hardly left the island. We were all screaming for help,” Kumar said. He added that the weather did not appear dangerous at the time of the accident. “There was some wind but that is expected on an island,” he said, dismissing suggestions of rough weather. He stated that rescue teams reached the site of the incident quickly and brought survivors and victims back to shore. He claimed that medical personnel were not immediately available. “The rescue teams got active and the bodies were brought back. However, there were no medical teams even to administer CPR. We are all in a state of shock,” he said. Kumar said that several members of the group were travelling with their families. “A distributor friend I know was travelling with his wife. His wife has died, while he is fighting for his life in a hospital,” he said. Lava International said it was “deeply saddened” by the tragedy and is coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Vietnam and local authorities while extending support to affected families. The group has since returned to its hotel. “We are in constant touch with the Embassy of India in Vietnam and the local authorities to gather information about the safety and well-being of our people. Our immediate priority is to extend all possible support to those affected and their families,” the company said.

A speedboat carrying Indian tourists in southern Vietnam capsized just 300-400 metres from shore, killing at least 15 people. A witness said the boat overturned suddenly, leaving survivors and victims in shock.

‘We were screaming for help’: Witness recounts Vietnam boat barely left the shore before capsizing

The tragic incident of boat capsize near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam in which 15 Indian tourists have been killed has shocked the entire nation. &nbsp;According to the Indian Embassy in Hanoi 32 Indian tourists on the boat when it capsized. Rescue operations are on and officials are working to establish the full details of the incident.&nbsp;Ten of those who have died are from Tamil Nadu, 3 from Andhra Pradesh and 2 from Kerala.&nbsp;The incident has left the entire nation in grief. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressing pain, anguish over the tragic boat accident instructed state officials to coordinate with Centre to provide all assistance to Tamils affected in the mishap.&nbsp;While the Chief Minister of Kerala has instructed the NORKA (Department of Non-Resident Keralites Affairs) CEO to coordinate with the Vietnam Embassy and obtain more details.&nbsp;The Chief Minister's Office is also communicating with the Ministry of External Affairs. The Resident Commissioner of Keralam House has been assigned to coordinate the efforts.<h2>21 people rescued</h2>&nbsp;The vessel was carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, three crew members and one attendant, when it overturned amid rough seas and gusty winds&nbsp;According to the local authorities, 21 people were rescued, while all 15 victims were recovered. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressed pain, anguish over the tragic boat accident and instructed state officials to coordinate with Centre to provide all assistance.

The tragic incident of boat capsize near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam in which 15 Indian tourists have been killed has shocked the entire nation. According to the Indian Embassy in Hanoi 32 Indian tourists on the boat when it capsized. Rescue operations are on and officials are working to establish the full details of the incident. Ten of those who have died are from Tamil Nadu, 3 from Andhra Pradesh and 2 from Kerala. The incident has left the entire nation in grief. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressing pain, anguish over the tragic boat accident instructed state officials to coordinate with Centre to provide all assistance to Tamils affected in the mishap. While the Chief Minister of Kerala has instructed the NORKA (Department of Non-Resident Keralites Affairs) CEO to coordinate with the Vietnam Embassy and obtain more details. The Chief Minister's Office is also communicating with the Ministry of External Affairs. The Resident Commissioner of Keralam House has been assigned to coordinate the efforts. 21 people rescued The vessel was carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, three crew members and one attendant, when it overturned amid rough seas and gusty winds According to the local authorities, 21 people were rescued, while all 15 victims were recovered. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expressed pain, anguish over the tragic boat accident and instructed state officials to coordinate with Centre to provide all assistance.

Vietnam boat tragedy: CMs of Tamil Nadu, Kerala instruct officials to provide assistance to family members

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A boy survived the sinking of a tourist boat in Vietnam which killed dozens of people by sheltering in an air pocket of the overturned vessel, it has emerged. The boy, 10, was with his family visiting Vietnam's famous Ha Long Bay when the boat they were on was caught in a surprise storm. Stranded in the boat as it overturned, the boy took shelter in an underwater air pocket, where he huddled and waited for rescuers. He was later discovered by rescue forces relatively intact, though he was under psychological trauma. He was eventually found by rescue teams relatively unharmed, although he was suffering from mental distress. He was warmed up and transferred to a nearby hospital, local media outlet VietnamNet reported. &nbsp;"Everything happened very quickly," the boy said. “I tried to leave, and then the soldiers rescued me.” Rescue operations are ongoing for missing crew and passengers after sightseeing vessel the Wonder Sea capsized in a squall on Saturday but have been delayed by poor weather.&nbsp;At least 37 are confirmed dead from the sinking, state media said. State media reported there were 53 passengers and crew on board and that 10 had been rescued. Another survivor, a 36-year-old Vietnamese man, said he survived the capsized boat by tossing aside his life jacket and swimming through a submerged window.&nbsp;Fire extinguisher salesman Dang Anh Tuan explained the instant the ship capsized unexpectedly in poor weather, not leaving much time for its occupants to react. “It rained for about 15 minutes, and then the boat started to shake vigorously, tables and chairs were jostled around and seconds later the boat overturned,” Tuan was quoted saying to the Associated Press. “I tried to breathe. But more water came in. I took a deep breath, got rid of my life vest and dove down. I saw a streak of light and followed it to swim out, escaping the boat, and then I climbed on the overturned boat to look for help,” he added. &nbsp;Tuan, and a number of others who were also on board, clung to the capsized vessel and waited for a further two hours until the emergency crews came. He had been on holiday in Vietnam's tourist bay with 11 university friends. Just three of their group survived. The majority of the passengers were from Vietnamese capital city Hanoi and were traveling as families, according to VN Express. Ha Long Bay is a popular tourist destination and an UNESCO world heritage including approximately 1,600 limestone islands and islets.

Miracle survival: Boy, 10, survives Vietnam boat tragedy by hiding in air pocket

A boy survived the sinking of a tourist boat in Vietnam which killed dozens of people by sheltering in an air pocket of the overturned vessel, it has emerged. The boy, 10, was with his family visiting Vietnam's famous Ha Long Bay when the boat they were on was caught in a surprise storm. Stranded in the boat as it overturned, the boy took shelter in an underwater air pocket, where he huddled and waited for rescuers. He was later discovered by rescue forces relatively intact, though he was under psychological trauma. He was eventually found by rescue teams relatively unharmed, although he was suffering from mental distress. He was warmed up and transferred to a nearby hospital, local media outlet VietnamNet reported. "Everything happened very quickly," the boy said. “I tried to leave, and then the soldiers rescued me.” Rescue operations are ongoing for missing crew and passengers after sightseeing vessel the Wonder Sea capsized in a squall on Saturday but have been delayed by poor weather. At least 37 are confirmed dead from the sinking, state media said. State media reported there were 53 passengers and crew on board and that 10 had been rescued. Another survivor, a 36-year-old Vietnamese man, said he survived the capsized boat by tossing aside his life jacket and swimming through a submerged window. Fire extinguisher salesman Dang Anh Tuan explained the instant the ship capsized unexpectedly in poor weather, not leaving much time for its occupants to react. “It rained for about 15 minutes, and then the boat started to shake vigorously, tables and chairs were jostled around and seconds later the boat overturned,” Tuan was quoted saying to the Associated Press. “I tried to breathe. But more water came in. I took a deep breath, got rid of my life vest and dove down. I saw a streak of light and followed it to swim out, escaping the boat, and then I climbed on the overturned boat to look for help,” he added. Tuan, and a number of others who were also on board, clung to the capsized vessel and waited for a further two hours until the emergency crews came. He had been on holiday in Vietnam's tourist bay with 11 university friends. Just three of their group survived. The majority of the passengers were from Vietnamese capital city Hanoi and were traveling as families, according to VN Express. Ha Long Bay is a popular tourist destination and an UNESCO world heritage including approximately 1,600 limestone islands and islets.

He was finally found by rescue teams relatively unharmed, although he was suffering from mental distress. He was then transferred to a nearby hospital, state media reported

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Miracle survival: Boy, 10, survives Vietnam boat tragedy by hiding in air pocket