The Indian Navy has deployed frontline warships to escort two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers, Pine Gas and Jag Vasant, through the high-risk Strait of Hormuz and into the Gulf of Oman.

The vessels, operated by the Shipping Corporation of India, are carrying approximately 92,612 metric tonnes of LPG, equivalent to roughly one day’s national consumption.

Both tankers successfully transited the strait earlier today and are now under direct naval protection en route to Indian ports, with expected arrival between March 26 and 28.

This operation comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia following the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, which has increased risks to critical energy supply routes.

The Strait of Hormuz handles nearly 20% of global oil and significant volumes of LPG, making secure passage vital for India’s energy imports.

Kolkata-class and Visakhapatnam-class destroyers, supported by MH-60R helicopters, are actively providing escort and overwatch.

The deployment is part of the Navy’s sustained presence in the region.

“The Indian Navy remains fully committed to safeguarding India’s maritime interests and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of essential energy supplies,” a senior defence official stated.

With around 22 Indian-linked merchant vessels currently operating in the wider area, the Navy continues proactive monitoring and protection of commercial shipping.

The mission underscores India’s growing capability as a responsible maritime power and aligns with the government’s strategic focus on energy security.