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India's Nanda Devi LPG Tanker Safely Crosses Hormuz, Reaches Gujarat

The LPG tanker Nanda Devi is set to arrive at Vadinar Port in Gujarat carrying 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas. This marks the second such carrier to successfully transit the Strait of Hormuz with assistance from the Indian and Iranian navies. The shipment is a strategic effort to bolster India's energy supplies during the ongoing crisis in West Asia. Officials confirm all Indian seafarers in the region are safe, with 22 vessels still operating in the Persian Gulf.

Key Points: Nanda Devi LPG Tanker Arrives at Vadinar Port Amid Crisis

  • Second LPG carrier to cross Hormuz safely
  • 46,000 MT of LPG for India
  • Indian & Iranian Navy provided escort
  • Part of ongoing supply during West Asia conflict
  • 22 Indian vessels still in Persian Gulf
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Nanda Devi LPG tanker set to arrive at Vadinar Port, Gujarat today

Indian LPG carrier Nanda Devi delivers 46,000 MT of gas to Gujarat after safe passage through Strait of Hormuz with naval assistance.

"This will help in the worldwide crisis of LPG. We will continue to serve the LPG in future also. - Chief Officer of Nanda Devi"

New Delhi, March 17

After Indian LPG carrier 'Shivalik' reached India, another LPG tanker, 'Nanda Devi', carrying about 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, will reach the Vadinar Port in Gujarat on Tuesday.

Chief Officer of Nanda Devi vessel said that the initiative was taken by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and Shipping Corporation of India, with the Indian and Iranian navies providing the necessary assistance to cross the Strait of Hormuz.

He added that the 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG will help India in a time of worldwide crisis due to conflict in West Asia.

"I would like to thank everyone who was involved in this operation of crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative was taken by the Indian Ministry, Shipping Corporation of India, with the help of the Indian Navy and the Iranian Navy. Vessel transmitted the Hormuz safely, now it is enroute to Kandla, Gujarat and will be serving a huge amount of LPG, 46,000 metric tonnes. This will help in the worldwide crisis of LPG. We will continue to serve the LPG in future also," he said.

This is the second LPG carrier that will arrive in India, successfully passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

On Monday, Indian LPG carrier 'Shivalik', carrying about 40,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, reached Mundra Port in Gujarat. Of this, 20,000 MT will be unloaded at Mundra, while the remaining 26,000 MT is scheduled for Mangalore.

The Indian-flagged vessel, 'Jag Laadki', which sailed from the UAE, carrying about 81,000 tonnes of Murban crude oil, is safely en route to India, Sinha said. The official said that all Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf area are safe and no incident has been reported in the last 24 hours.

Consequently, there are now 22 Indian-flagged vessels remaining in the Persian Gulf, carrying a total of 611 seafarers.

- ANI

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Sarah B
This is a significant logistical achievement. The coordination between the Indian and Iranian navies to secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz is a positive diplomatic and operational step. Hope the safe passage continues for all remaining vessels.
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Aditya G
While this is good, we must ask: are we becoming too dependent on imports passing through conflict zones? This should be a wake-up call to accelerate our own domestic production and explore alternative energy sources more seriously. Jai Hind.
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Priya S
My mother was just worrying about the gas cylinder prices and availability. This news about Nanda Devi and Shivalik bringing in so much LPG is a huge relief for middle-class families like ours. Thank you to all the seafarers and officials involved! 🙏
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Vikram M
The naming after our sacred peaks - Nanda Devi, Shivalik - feels auspicious. It's not just cargo; it's a mission for the nation's well-being. Salute to the bravery of the crew navigating those waters. Hope the 611 other seafarers on the remaining 22 vessels stay safe.
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Karthik V
Good work by the Shipping Corporation of India and the Navy. However, I hope this efficiency translates to stable prices for the end consumer. Often these shipments arrive, but the benefit gets lost before it reaches the common man. The government must ensure price control.

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