At least three Indian nationals died after a launch boat carrying crew members of a tanker capsized during a crew transfer operation off the coast of Beira port in central Mozambique.
The incident occurred on Friday when crew members were being transferred to a vessel anchored offshore.
The Indian High Commission in the country said five Indians remain missing following the mishap.
The Commission said 14 Indian nationals were present in the launch when the mishap occurred.
“A launch boat carrying crew members of a tanker including 14 Indian nationals capsized during crew transfer operations off Beira port in central Mozambique,” the statement said.
The statement further said: “Some of the Indian nationals involved in the accident have been rescued. Unfortunately, some Indian nationals have died in the accident and some are still unaccounted for.”
In a separate X post, the Commission said: “Boat accident: Search and rescue efforts are underway. Mission is coordinating with local authorities regarding the missing 5 Indians.”
“A Consular Officer from Mission is in Beira and visited an Indian national who survived the unfortunate boat mishap and is receiving medical attention in the hospital in Beira,” the post said.
Mourning the loss of lives in the tragedy, the Mission said: “We convey our heartfelt condolences on the loss of lives, including those of three Indian nationals, in a boat accident off Beira port.”
The Commission said it is providing all possible assistance to the family members of the deceased Indian nationals.
