Two India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers have successfully reached Indian waters after being granted clearance by Iran to transit through the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, officials confirmed.
The tanker Jag Vasant, a 230-metre vessel carrying approximately 47,000 tonnes of LPG, anchored at Vadinar—part of the Deendayal Port Authority—around 8 pm on Friday. Authorities stated that the cargo has since been offloaded onto another vessel for onward transportation. A port spokesperson also confirmed that all 14 crew members on board are in good health.
The second vessel, Pine Gas, chartered by Indian Oil Corporation, entered Indian territorial waters later the same night. It is expected to arrive at Dhamra Port in Odisha by April 2.
Coordinated Transit Along Iranian Routes
Officials indicated that both tankers navigated the Strait of Hormuz by closely following designated routes along the Iranian coastline, as approved by Tehran. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the region, where maritime movement remains tightly regulated.
Several Vessels Still Await Clearance
According to shipping reports, three additional India-flagged LPG carriers—Jag Vikram, Green Asha, and Green Sanvi—are currently anchored near Mina Saqr, awaiting clearance and operational guidance from the Indian Navy for safe passage.
Since the outbreak of hostilities on February 28, 2026, at least six Indian-flagged vessels, including four LPG carriers and two crude oil tankers, have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz.
However, a significant number of ships remain stranded. Officials estimate that around 18 to 20 Indian vessels are still positioned across the Gulf region, with more than 677 Indian crew members on board. Additionally, over five tankers are reportedly waiting near the UAE for clearance to navigate the vital waterway.
Strategic Passage Amid Ongoing Tensions
Iran has permitted selective maritime passage for countries it considers friendly, including India, even as it maintains partial restrictions on the Strait. The waterway was effectively closed on March 2 following retaliatory measures by Tehran in response to US-Israel strikes, significantly impacting global shipping routes and energy supply chains.
The safe arrival of the two tankers offers some relief to India’s energy logistics, even as uncertainties persist over the movement of remaining vessels in the region.
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