The MV Sewol was a ferry that sank off the coast of Jindo, South Korea, on April 16, 2014. The vessel was carrying 476 people, including many high school students on a field trip. The tragedy resulted in the deaths of 304 individuals, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in South Korean history. The sinking was attributed to several factors, including overloading and improper modifications to the ship. The incident raised significant concerns about safety regulations and emergency response in South Korea, leading to widespread public outrage and calls for accountability among the ferry's operators and government officials.