 "Five Indian nationals are reported safe, with one currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Beira. (Photo; ANI)")
At least three Indian nationals have died and five others are missing after a launch boat carrying crew members of a tanker overturned during a routine transfer operation off Beira port in central Mozambique on Friday, the Indian High Commission in Mozambique confirmed. The vessel was carrying 14 Indian nationals when it capsized under circumstances that are still under investigation.
The High Commission stated that some of the crew have been rescued. Five Indian nationals are reported safe, with one currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Beira.
Search and rescue underway
Indian authorities are working closely with local officials and maritime agencies to locate the five missing nationals. A consular officer from the Indian Mission visited the hospitalised survivor and is providing support to the families affected.
In a series of posts on X, the High Commission expressed condolences for the loss of lives and assured that efforts to locate the missing continue.
“Boat accident: Search and rescue efforts are underway. Mission is coordinating with local authorities regarding the missing 5 Indians,” the High Commission said in an update.