Vietnam boat tragedy: Embassy begins repatriation of 15 Indians killed
The Indian Embassy in Vietnam is coordinating the repatriation of 15 Indian nationals who died in a speedboat accident near Phu Quoc Island. The victims were part of a group of mobile phone dealers on a company-sponsored trip.
Why it matters
This is a significant consular operation involving the tragic loss of life of foreign nationals, requiring international cooperation between India and Vietnam.
NEW DELHI: The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who died after a speedboat capsized near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island are being transported to Ho Chi Minh City and will be flown back to India at the earliest after official formalities are completed, the Embassy of India in Vietnam said on Sunday. The mission said it is working closely with Vietnamese authorities, who have assured full assistance to expedite the repatriation process.In a post on X, the Embassy of India in Vietnam said, "The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who tragically passed away in yesterday’s boat accident are being transported to Ho Chi Minh City and will reach there by this evening. After completion of formalities at Ho Chi Minh the mortal remains would be transported to India at the earliest.
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