Amidst a shortage of LPG supply in the country, a crucial shipment has arrived in Gujarat. The Indian-flagged oil tanker named ‘Jag Ladki’, carrying approximately 80,800 metric tons of crude oil, completed its journey from the United Arab Emirates and reached Mundra port on Wednesday.
The tanker had departed from Fujairah port on Sunday morning. Notably, its departure occurred a day after an attack targeted Fujairah’s oil terminal, temporarily affecting its operations.
According to government officials, on March 14, 2026, the ‘Jag Ladki’ tanker was loading crude oil at Fujairah’s ‘Single Point Mooring’ when a sudden attack occurred. The Government of India issued a statement on the incident, stating that despite the attack, this Indian-flagged vessel remained safe.
The statement informed that ‘Jag Ladki’ safely departed from Fujairah around 10:30 AM (IST) on Sunday morning. The tanker is loaded with approximately 80,800 tons of ‘Murban’ crude oil and is now heading towards India.
‘Jag Ladki’ has become the third fuel tanker to reach India. Earlier, ‘Shivalik’ and ‘Nanda Devi’ had also safely exited the conflict-affected region. The safe arrival of these Indian vessels is considered significant amidst rising tensions in West Asia.
According to reports, Iran has assured the safe passage of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. However, it has also issued warnings of potential attacks concerning UAE port areas.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that this important maritime route will remain closed for vessels linked to the US and Israel during the ongoing tensions.
‘Jag Ladki’ is the third fuel tanker to reach India. Earlier, ‘Shivalik’ and ‘Nanda Devi’ had also safely exited the conflict-affected region. The safe arrival of these Indian vessels is considered very important amidst rising tensions in West Asia.
According to reports, Iran has assured the safe movement of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. However, it has also issued warnings of potential attacks concerning UAE port areas.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that this important maritime route will remain closed for vessels linked to the US and Israel during the current conflict.
Previously, two Indian-flagged LPG carriers—’Shivalik’ and ‘Nanda Devi’—together brought 92,712 metric tons of LPG to the country. Of these, ‘Shivalik’ arrived at Mundra port in Gujarat on Monday, while ‘Nanda Devi’ reached India a day later. According to officials, amidst ongoing tensions in West Asia, ‘Nanda Devi’ safely reached Vadinar port in Gujarat on Tuesday after passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This vessel was loaded with approximately 46,500 metric tons of LPG.
Meanwhile, preparations have also begun for transferring the LPG to a smaller vessel. Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority, stated that ‘Nanda Devi’ has anchored at Vadinar port, and the process of transferring the cargo to a daughter ship is underway. According to him, this consignment of 46,500 metric tons of LPG will be transferred to a vessel named ‘BW Birch’, which will further distribute it to Ennore in Tamil Nadu and Haldia ports in West Bengal.
Earlier, two Indian LPG carriers—’Shivalik’ and ‘Nanda Devi’—together brought a total of 92,712 metric tons of gas to the country. ‘Shivalik’ arrived at Mundra port in Gujarat on Monday, while ‘Nanda Devi’ safely reached Vadinar port the next day. According to officials, despite ongoing tensions in West Asia, this vessel reached India without any hindrance after passing through the Strait of Hormuz. ‘Nanda Devi’ was loaded with approximately 46,500 metric tons of LPG.
Meanwhile, preparations to forward this gas have also begun. Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority, stated that ‘Nanda Devi’ has anchored in Vadinar, and the process of transferring LPG to a smaller vessel (daughter ship) is ongoing. He added that this cargo will be sent on a vessel named ‘BW Birch’, which will further supply it to Ennore in Tamil Nadu and Haldia ports in West Bengal.
He further informed that the LPG transfer process is progressing at a speed of about 1,000 tons per hour, so the entire operation may take approximately two days to complete. According to Singh, the Vadinar Port Authority has been assigned the responsibility under the directives of the Ministry of Ports to ensure that the entire operation is completed according to set standards and with full efficiency.
