Former diplomat Manju Seth has voiced relief regarding the successful transit of the Indian LPG tanker Green Sanvi through the Strait of Hormuz. She characterized this development as a vital advancement for India’s energy security. In a statement, Seth underscored the necessity for reliable fuel supply for the general population, adding that the arrival of this vessel is encouraging amidst the current geopolitical climate.

Expressing her sentiments, Seth remarked, “It will be a big relief, as you know. Fortunately, we have a fairly good stock, but given the huge consumption of LPG in India, it is very welcome that this one ship has come. We hope the remaining ships also arrive because that’s crucial for the common man.” She emphasized the significance of adequate LPG stocks for both industrial use and public consumption during times of geopolitical tension.

Green Sanvi Transports Substantial Cargo

The Indian-flagged tanker Green Sanvi successfully transited the critical maritime chokepoint late on Friday, carrying approximately 46,650 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). This shipment follows an earlier delivery of 47,000 metric tonnes that reached the Vadinar Terminal in Gujarat on March 28, facilitated by the vessel MT Jag Vasant, which is set to undergo a Ship-to-Ship transfer operation.

Officials reported that Indian Navy warships remain on standby to assist merchant vessels. The government is engaged in ongoing discussions with Iranian authorities to ensure the safe passage of ships through the region amid maritime blockades. During a recent inter-ministerial briefing, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, confirmed the safety of all 18 Indian vessels and approximately 485 crew members currently in the Persian Gulf.

Context of Regional Instability

Mangal also noted that around 964 seafarers have been repatriated, and approximately 598,000 passengers have returned to India from the Gulf region as security issues evolve. The heightened maritime tensions are part of a larger crisis in West Asia that escalated following military actions by the US and Israel against Iran on February 28.

In a related development, US President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Tehran through a social media platform, demanding either a deal or the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning of severe consequences otherwise. In light of Trump’s unpredictable diplomatic stance, Seth commented, “The whole world is watching what President Donald Trump is doing. He says one thing today, and he contradicts himself the next moment. So we cannot be sure of the veracity or correctness of his statements.”

Seth continued by indicating that while Trump’s statements may be intentional, they often lack consistency, which raises uncertainty. Earlier, Trump had previously postponed military actions targeting Iranian energy infrastructure until April 6, 2026, claiming that negotiations were progressing positively. However, his latest communication has reignited fears of potential military escalation in the region.

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