India Confirms Safety Of All 22 Indian-Flagged Ships And 611 Seafarers Amid Strait Of Hormuz Tensions

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India has confirmed that all 22 Indian-flagged vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz, along with 611 Indian seafarers, are safe despite rising tensions in the region.

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said the LPG carrier MT Nanda Devi reached Vadinar port in Gujarat early Tuesday at around 2:30 AM, completing its journey without incident.

MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi, both operated by the Shipping Corporation of India, had been waiting in a high-risk zone for nearly two weeks before making their transit.

Shivalik reached Mundra Port on March 16 with about 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG. Nanda Devi followed on March 17 at Vadinar, carrying close to 47,000 metric tonnes.

Together, the two vessels delivered around 92,712 metric tonnes of LPG, enough to supply more than 65 lakh domestic cylinders.

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal spoke with the crew through a video call and acknowledged their efforts in ensuring the safe delivery of such an important cargo.

Officials said the government has been working round the clock to stay in touch with seafarers and shipping companies. In the last 24 hours alone, around 150 calls and 400 emails were handled.

At the same time, 161 seafarers were brought back to India from the Gulf after completing their contracts. Coordination is ongoing with ship owners, recruitment agencies and Indian missions abroad to keep track of the situation.

Both MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi are now operational. Nanda Devi is currently involved in ship-to-ship cargo transfer.

Ports across India have been asked to give priority to LPG vessels, along with support such as lower charges and safe anchorage for ships waiting to enter.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most important routes for global energy trade.

A major portion of India’s LPG imports passes through this narrow stretch, which means any delay can affect supply and prices back home.

References: The Hindu, The Week

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