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3 Andhra Tourists Killed In Vietnam Boat Tragedy, State Begins Op To Bring Bodies Back

The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated efforts to repatriate the bodies of three residents who died after a boat capsized in Vietnam. The accident occurred during a leisure excursion that resulted in multiple fatalities among Indian nationals.

By Project Chintan Newsroom
12 July 2026 · 1 min read
3 Andhra Tourists Killed In Vietnam Boat Tragedy, State Begins Op To Bring Bodies Back

A tragic boating accident in Vietnam has resulted in the deaths of three tourists hailing from Andhra Pradesh. The incident occurred on Saturday when a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists overturned during a planned leisure excursion, leading to 15 confirmed deaths among the group.

State authorities in Andhra Pradesh have confirmed they are coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate the return of the deceased to their home districts. Local officials are currently in contact with the families of the victims to provide necessary support and updates on the repatriation process.

Vietnamese emergency services conducted search and rescue operations immediately following the capsize, and investigations are reportedly underway to determine the cause of the vessel's instability. The state government has assured that all diplomatic channels are being utilized to expedite the administrative formalities required for international transport. Source: News Agencies.

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