Vietnam Boat Tragedy: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Tourists Among Victims; 18 Dead

The victims include tourists from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. People from Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district are also among those affected.

Written By : Pinky Rajpurohit | Updated at : 11 Jul 2026 11:21 PM (IST)

Vietnam Boat Tragedy Andhra Pradesh Telangana Tourists Among Victims 18 Dead Vietnam Boat Tragedy: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Tourists Among Victims; 18 Dead

Authorities believe the speedboat may have capsized due to rough sea conditions and strong waves, although there was no rainfall at the time of the incident.

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Deadly boat accident in Vietnam killed 15 Indian tourists.
Victims included tourists from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Boat carrying 32 capsized near Phu Quoc; rough seas suspected.

Tourists from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are among those affected in the deadly boat accident in Vietnam, in which 18 people have died, according to available information.

The boat was carrying 32 passengers when the accident occurred.

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Tourists Among Victims

The accident took place in Ha Long Bay in Vietnam.

The victims include tourists from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. People from Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district are also among those affected.

Tour Organised For Mobile Distributors

According to the information available, a mobile phone company had organised the Vietnam tour for 250 mobile distributors.

The group included 35 participants from Andhra Pradesh and 45 from Telangana.

Rescue Operations Continue

Authorities are gathering further details about the incident, while rescue operations are continuing.

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The vessel was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members when it overturned near Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island and a popular tourist destination, AP reported.

How The Accident Happened

The speedboat, operated by Ocean Pearl Island Company, departed from Hon May Rut for An Thoi Port at around 1 pm local time.

It capsized about 400 metres from the shore, throwing everyone on board into the sea.

Rescue Operation Launched

Tourist boat operators in the area spotted the accident and reached the site within minutes to begin rescue efforts.

The operation was complicated as the boat had completely overturned, with several passengers reportedly trapped inside the vessel.

Rough Sea Conditions Suspected

Officials said 15 Indian tourists lost their lives in the accident, while several others were rescued.

Authorities believe the speedboat may have capsized due to rough sea conditions and strong waves, although there was no rainfall at the time of the incident.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which groups of people were affected by the boat accident in Vietnam?

Tourists from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including some from Kadapa district, were among the victims. Officials confirmed that 15 Indian tourists lost their lives in the incident.

Where did the deadly boat accident take place in Vietnam?

The accident occurred near Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island. The speedboat capsized approximately 400 meters from the shore.

What was the purpose of the trip for the affected tourists?

A mobile phone company had organized the Vietnam tour for 250 of its mobile distributors. The group included 35 participants from Andhra Pradesh and 45 from Telangana.