Indian LPG tanker Shivalik reaches Mundra safely: Nanda Devi set to arrive tomorrow | WATCH

New Delhi: The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Shivalik has safely arrived at Mundra Port after transiting the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz, offering reassurance over energy shipments passing through the region amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The vessel, carrying around 45,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Qatar, reached Mundra Port at around 5 p.m. on Monday, officials said.

Second LPG tanker ‘Nanda Devi’ to reach Kandla

According to Rajesh Kumar Sinha, two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, are transporting a combined 92,700 metric tonnes of LPG to India.

While Shivalik has already docked at Mundra, the second tanker, Nanda Devi, is expected to arrive at Kandla Port early Tuesday morning.

Both vessels are owned by the state-run Shipping Corporation of India.

Indian seafarers safe in the Persian Gulf region

Officials also confirmed that all Indian seafarers operating in the region remain safe, with no reports of incidents involving Indian vessels.

Government data shows that 22 Indian-flagged ships are currently located west of the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, carrying a total of 611 Indian seafarers.

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Meanwhile, another vessel, Jag Laadki, carrying around 81,000 tonnes of crude oil from the United Arab Emirates, is also en route to Mundra Port. Authorities confirmed that the vessel and its crew are safe.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical energy route

The Strait of Hormuz continues to be one of the world’s most important energy shipping corridors, with nearly 20 per cent of global oil and gas exports passing through the narrow maritime passage.

With tensions persisting in the region, Indian authorities and port operators are closely monitoring the movement of ships and cargo to ensure safe passage and uninterrupted fuel supplies.

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said major ports across India are keeping a close watch on vessel movements and cargo operations. Ports are also extending operational support to shipping lines and cargo stakeholders, including concessions in anchorage, berth hire and storage charges, to facilitate smooth maritime trade.

IANS