The Economic Times

'Deeply distressed': Jaishankar condoles loss of 15 Indian lives in Vietnam boat tragedy

Fifteen Indian nationals died in a tragic boat accident near Phu Quoc, Vietnam. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep grief and offered condolences to the families. Two victims from Keralam were identified, and state government is assisting with repatriation. Andhra Pradesh also reported three deaths and one person in intensive care. Vietnam's Prime Minister directed urgent search and rescue operations for all victims.