Dhaka, April 14 -- UN agencies have reported around 250 people are unaccounted for after a boat bound for Malaysia capsized in the Andaman Sea.

The vessel, which departed from Teknaf, was reportedly bound for Malaysia.

UN agencies on Tuesday attributed the disaster to a combination of heavy winds, rough sea conditions, and overcrowding.

In a joint statement, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) expressed deep sadness over the tragedy, noting that it reflects the "dire consequences" of protracted displacement of Rohingya refugees.

The agencies highlighted several factors driving individuals to undertake such high-risk journeys, including ongoing violence in Rakhine State that has diminish...