India Maintains Steady Energy Lifeline Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Global Tensions

New Delhi, April 2026 : At a time when global energy supply chains are under severe strain due to rising tensions in West Asia, India has managed to sustain a steady flow of maritime traffic through the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, offering a measure of stability amid uncertainty.

Despite the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, several India-linked vessels have successfully navigated the narrow and sensitive waterway, which serves as a key artery for global oil and gas trade. Since February 28, at least eight Indian ships have crossed the Strait safely, ensuring continued delivery of essential energy supplies.

Among these were LPG carriers BW Tyr and BW Elm, which together transported approximately 94,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Their successful transit is significant, given the sharp decline in shipping activity in the region due to heightened military risks and security concerns.

In addition to these, multiple India-flagged LPG tankers have reached domestic ports in recent weeks. Vessels such as Pine Gas and Jag Vasant delivered over 92,000 tonnes of LPG between March 26 and 28. Earlier, MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi had transported similar volumes to Gujarat’s Mundra and Kandla ports in mid-March. Oil tanker Jag Laadki also brought crude oil from the UAE to Mundra, while Jag Prakash completed a separate voyage carrying gasoline from Oman to Africa.

A key highlight in this continued maritime movement is the successful passage of the India-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi, which recently crossed the Strait through a designated corridor in Iranian territorial waters. Carrying around 44,000 tonnes of LPG—equivalent to nearly half a day’s domestic consumption before the conflict—the vessel represents India’s determined efforts to maintain uninterrupted energy supplies.

Another tanker, Green Salvi, carrying over 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG, is currently navigating the Strait and is expected to exit the passage soon. Notably, it is leading a convoy of three Indian LPG carriers, marking the seventh India-bound group to traverse the chokepoint since the conflict escalated.

Sources indicate that these vessels have been able to pass safely following clearances from Iranian authorities, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy facilitating their movement. The ships have been designated as belonging to a “friendly nation,” following diplomatic coordination between New Delhi and Tehran.

To enhance safety, many of these vessels are adopting a southern route closer to the coast of Oman, which is considered relatively secure compared to the northern lane that falls under tighter Iranian control. Two additional Indian LPG carriers—Green Asha and Jag Vikram—are expected to make the crossing in the coming days.

So far, no untoward incidents have been reported, and all vessels are proceeding towards Indian ports as planned. This uninterrupted flow is crucial for India, which relies heavily on imports from the Gulf region to meet its energy demands.

The development comes against the backdrop of escalating tensions following joint US-Israel strikes on Iran on February 28, which have disrupted global shipping routes and raised fears of supply shortages. However, India’s ability to maintain steady maritime operations through the Strait of Hormuz underscores its strategic coordination and resilience in safeguarding energy security during a volatile geopolitical phase.