Power Security in jeopardy: India Program Evacuation of Vessels from Persian Gulf
Amidst intensifying stress, India is working with the discharge of 22 energy-critical ships from the Persian Gulf area, considered a high-risk maritime area. The step adheres to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to regional dispute.
Secret realities:
- 22 vessels: Determined for discharge, consisting of 13 Indian-flagged.
- Vital Cargo: Ships lug approximately 215, 000 MT of LNG, 415, 000 MT of LPG, and 1, 750, 000 MT of petroleum.
- Control: Ministries and companies are collaborating for naval escorts and secure flow.
- Seafarers: 215 seafarers have already been evacuated.
- Extra Vessels : 3 Indian-flagged container vessels will additionally be evacuated.
India is in contact with Iranian authorities to arrange safe passage for seller vessels.
