India Energy Security: Two Indian LPG Ships Safely Cross Strait of Hormuz Amid War Tensions

Amid rising tensions and energy supply concerns during the ongoing Middle East conflict, a major piece of positive news has emerged for India. Two Indian LPG carrier ships have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears about disruptions to India’s gas supply. According to reports, the LPG carrier Shivalik LPG Carrier, operated by the Shipping Corporation of India, safely passed through the strategic waterway earlier. The ship was originally built in South Korea and later acquired by India as a second-hand vessel. It was added to India’s gas carrier fleet on 10 September 2025. The vessel has a capacity to carry around 54,534 metric tons of LPG and measures 225 meters in length and 37 meters in width. Soon after, another Indian LPG carrier, Nanda Devi LPG Carrier, also successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and began its journey toward India. The ship was originally built in Japan in 2001 and was later purchased by India as a second-hand vessel. It joined India’s LPG carrier fleet in 2017. The ship can transport about 53,503 metric tons of LPG and is approximately 227 meters long and 36 meters wide. The safe passage of these ships is being viewed as a significant diplomatic and strategic success for the government of India, especially at a time when global energy routes are under pressure due to the conflict involving Iran and regional tensions. The development comes amid political debate within India. Opposition leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, had questioned whether assurances had been received from Iran regarding the safe passage of Indian vessels through the crucial energy corridor. Experts say the successful movement of these LPG carriers reduces immediate concerns about potential gas shortages in India during the ongoing crisis.

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