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Indian LPG Ship Navigates Strait of Hormuz, Set for Kandla Arrival

The Indian-flagged LPG vessel 'Jag Vikram' is expected to arrive at Kandla port on April 14, carrying 20,400 metric tonnes of cargo. Its transit through the Strait of Hormuz marks the first by an Indian ship following a announced ceasefire between the US and Iran. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways reported no security incidents involving Indian vessels in the region over the past 24 hours. The safe passage is critical as nearly 90% of India's LPG imports are sourced from the Gulf region.

Key Points: Indian Vessel Jag Vikram to Dock at Kandla with LPG Cargo

  • First Indian ship post US-Iran ceasefire
  • Carries 20,400 MT of LPG
  • 24 seafarers on board
  • No incidents reported for Indian vessels
  • 90% of India's LPG comes from Gulf
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Indian-flagged vessel 'Jag Vikram', carrying 20,400 MT of LPG, likely to reach Kandla tomorrow: Ministry of Shipping

Indian-flagged LPG carrier Jag Vikram crosses Strait of Hormuz, set to reach Kandla with 20,400 MT cargo. Ministry reports safe seafarer repatriation.

"Indian flagged LPG vessel Jag Vikram... is likely to reach Kandla on April 14. - Mukesh Mangal"

New Delhi, April 13

Indian flagged vessel 'Jag Vikram', carrying 20,400 metric tonnes of LPG, is likely to arrive at Kandla, Gujarat, on April 14, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on Monday.

Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing, Additional Secretary Mukesh Mangal said that the vessel with 24 seafarers on board crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 11.

The transit marks a breakthrough for New Delhi, as it is the first Indian ship to navigate the strategic corridor after the announcement of a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, aimed at cooling regional hostilities and restoring essential maritime trade routes.

"Indian flagged LPG vessel Jag Vikram, which crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 11, is likely to reach Kandla on April 14. The vessel is carrying 20,400 metric tonnes of LPG, and there are 24 seafarers on board." Mukesh Mangal said.

The Additional Secretary further provided a reassuring update on the status of vessels and crew members in the Gulf region, highlighting that no incident has been reported involving Indian vessels in the past 24 hours.

"We have received no report of any incident related to an Indian-flagged vessel in the last 24 hours. The Ministry has facilitated safe repatriation of more than 2177 Indian seafarers till now, including 93 seafarers in the last 24 hours," he said.

The ministry emphasised its commitment to ensuring seafarer welfare and uninterrupted maritime operations, highlighting continuous coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Indian missions, and maritime stakeholders.

"Operations are normal at every Indian port, and there have been no reports of any congestion," the Ministry added.

The importance of passage of Jag Vikram is further highlighted by the fact that nearly 90 per cent of India's liquefied petroleum gas imports are sourced from nations in the Gulf region.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to hear operations are normal at our ports. With 90% of our LPG coming from the Gulf, every safe shipment like this keeps our kitchens running. Hope the ceasefire holds for longer.
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Rohit P
A "breakthrough" they call it. Shouldn't safe passage for our ships be the norm, not an exception? While I'm glad the crew is safe, we need a more permanent solution for that shipping lane, not just relying on temporary ceasefires.
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Sarah B
The repatriation of over 2100 seafarers is a massive, often overlooked effort. Their welfare is paramount. Kudos to the ministries involved for the coordination.
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Vikram M
Jai Hind! The Jag Vikram is flying our flag high in tricky waters. This is about more than just LPG; it's about national pride and securing our trade routes. Hope this signals smoother sailing ahead for all our vessels.
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Kavya N
As someone from Gujarat, seeing Kandla port mentioned is great. It's a vital hub. 20,400 MT is a significant shipment. Fingers crossed it reaches safely tomorrow and helps stabilize supply.

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