New Delhi | July 12, 2026
Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic boat capsizing incident near Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, involving Indian tourists.
In a post shared on social media on Sunday, Rahul Gandhi conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the accident and expressed concern for those who remain missing.
"Deeply saddened by the tragic boat capsizing near Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, carrying Indian tourists. My heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. My thoughts are also with those who are still missing, and with their families enduring an agonising wait."
Rahul Gandhi also called upon the Government of India and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to coordinate closely with the Vietnamese authorities to ensure that every possible effort is made to rescue those still missing and provide all necessary support to the affected families.
"I urge the Government of India and the Ministry of External Affairs to work closely with the Vietnamese authorities to ensure that every possible effort is made in the ongoing rescue operations and that all necessary assistance is extended to the affected families," he said.
The boat accident near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island has raised concerns over the safety of tourists, with rescue operations continuing as authorities search for the missing passengers.