A major shipment of 47,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrived at the Vadinar Terminal of DPA Kandla in Gujarat’s Jamnagar on Saturday, even as India continues to closely monitor maritime security in the Gulf region amid rising tensions.

The LPG cargo was carried by the vessel MT Jag Vasant, which is set to transfer its load to another ship through a Ship-to-Ship operation at anchorage, according to officials.

Navy On Standby As Shipment Arrives

Indian Navy warships were kept on standby to provide support to merchant vessels involved in the operation, sources said, highlighting the heightened security environment in the region.

The arrival comes at a time when concerns over safe maritime transit have intensified, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy supplies.

Officials indicated that more such vessels carrying energy cargo are expected to arrive in the coming days, ensuring continuity in supply chains.

India Monitors Safety of Ships And Seafarers

At a joint inter-ministerial briefing, Special Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Rajesh Kumar Sinha said that authorities are maintaining close coordination with stakeholders and monitoring developments round the clock.

He confirmed that there have been no recent incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels or Indian seafarers in the Gulf region.

“In the Persian Gulf, there are 20 Indian-flagged ships with around 540 Indians onboard, and all are safe,” Sinha said.

He also noted that the Directorate General of Shipping’s 24-hour communication centre handled 98 calls and 335 emails over the past day, addressing concerns from stakeholders.

Focus on Strait of Hormuz Stability

India has reiterated its call for ensuring safe and uninterrupted navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, amid the deteriorating security situation in West Asia.

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi is actively coordinating with global partners to maintain stability and protect critical energy routes.

“We continue to call for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz as a matter of priority,” he said.

The latest shipment underscores India’s continued reliance on maritime energy imports and the importance of secure shipping lanes, even as geopolitical tensions pose risks to global supply chains.

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