An Indian-flagged LPG carrier, Shivalik, is crossing the Strait of Hormuz without a direct naval escort amid rising tensions in West Asia. Indian naval warships stationed nearby remain on standby as a precaution. Iranian authorities have allowed Indian vessels safe passage through the critical energy route.
An Indian-flagged vessel carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is currently crossing one of the world’s most sensitive maritime routes without an escort. The ship, named Shivalik, is travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but extremely important waterway that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.
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Officials said that while the vessel is not being escorted directly, Indian naval warships positioned in the region are on standby and closely monitoring the situation. The precaution comes at a time when tensions remain high in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.
The movement of the vessel is being watched carefully because the Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for global energy shipments.