Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, BW Elm and BW Tyr, are heading towards India after beginning their transit through the Strait of Hormuz, shipping sources and tracking data indicate. The vessels, both very large gas carriers, are carrying cargoes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) destined for Indian ports.This movement comes as more tankers are expected to make the journey in the coming days, building on earlier transits by ships such as the Jag Vasant, Nanda Devi, and Shivalik, which safely delivered tonnes of LPG to India in the past few weeks. Sources say several more Indian-flagged vessels carrying energy cargoes remain west of the strait, with authorities monitoring their movements closely for safety.The Indian Navy is playing a key role in escorting them in the Arabian Sea, and also guiding them through Hormuz as part of operation Ojra Surakhsha (Energy Security). In the past as well, the Indian Navy has played a key role in escorting Indian vessels during the anti-piracy operation under Operation Sankalp.The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow choke point between Iran and Oman, is one of the world's most critical energy arteries. It handles a significant portion of global oil and gas shipments, with a significant quantity of India's LPG imports traditionally passing through it.The war in West Asia has disrupted shipping, leading to delays and a sharp drop in vessels passing through the Hormuz. India, the world's second-largest importer of LPG, relies heavily on these imports to meet household demand for cooking gas.India has said that it has been in touch with countries of the region for the safe transit of Indian vessels through the Hormuz. PM Modi has spoken to the Iranian President 2 times, while EAM Jaishankar has spoken to his Iranian counterpart 4 times. India has also diversified sources, turning to suppliers in the US, Argentina and elsewhere, but proximity and cost make Gulf routes vital.

The Indian Navy is playing a key role in escorting them in the Arabian Sea, and also guiding them through Hormuz as part of operation Ojra Surakhsha (Energy Security).

Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, BW Elm and BW Tyr, are heading towards India after beginning their transit through the Strait of Hormuz, shipping sources and tracking data indicate. The vessels, both very large gas carriers, are carrying cargoes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) destined for Indian ports. This movement comes as more tankers are expected to make the journey in the coming days, building on earlier transits by ships such as the Jag Vasant, Nanda Devi, and Shivalik, which safely delivered tonnes of LPG to India in the past few weeks. Sources say several more Indian-flagged vessels carrying energy cargoes remain west of the strait, with authorities monitoring their movements closely for safety. The Indian Navy is playing a key role in escorting them in the Arabian Sea, and also guiding them through Hormuz as part of operation Ojra Surakhsha (Energy Security). In the past as well, the Indian Navy has played a key role in escorting Indian vessels during the anti-piracy operation under Operation Sankalp. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow choke point between Iran and Oman, is one of the world's most critical energy arteries. It handles a significant portion of global oil and gas shipments, with a significant quantity of India's LPG imports traditionally passing through it. The war in West Asia has disrupted shipping, leading to delays and a sharp drop in vessels passing through the Hormuz. India, the world's second-largest importer of LPG, relies heavily on these imports to meet household demand for cooking gas. India has said that it has been in touch with countries of the region for the safe transit of Indian vessels through the Hormuz. PM Modi has spoken to the Iranian President 2 times, while EAM Jaishankar has spoken to his Iranian counterpart 4 times. India has also diversified sources, turning to suppliers in the US, Argentina and elsewhere, but proximity and cost make Gulf routes vital.

The Indian Navy is playing a key role in escorting them in the Arabian Sea, and also guiding them through Hormuz as part of operation Ojra Surakhsha (Energy Security).

Indian LPG tankers BW Elm and BW Tyr begin Hormuz transit

Indian LPG tankers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas had transited through the Strait of Hormuz. This comes amid the US-Israel war on Iran, which resulted in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation. Videos and Photos of the vessels were shared by the News agency ANI, after the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways confirmed that two Indian LPG carriers have crossed the vital trade choke point.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Visuals of Pine Gas LPG Carrier, which crossed the Strait of Hormuz Two Indian LPG carriers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, carrying 92,612.59 MT of LPG, have transited through the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels have 33 and 27 Indian seafarers onboard, respectively. These vessels are… <a href="https://t.co/nkc12f3Tnh">pic.twitter.com/nkc12f3Tnh</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2036373866784928120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>All we know about Jag Vasant and Pine Gas</h2>The two vessel started their journey from the Persian Gulf on Monday, March 22, carrying roughly 92,612 metric tonnes, a day of India's supply of Liquid Petroleum Gas and 60 Indian seafarers together. Jag Vasant, owned by the Great Eastern Shipping, is expected to arrive at Kandla port on March 26, and Pine Gas Owned by Seven Islands Shipping, is scheduled to arrive at New Mangalore port on the morning of March 27. &nbsp;Chartered by Bharat Petroleum, Jag Basant loaded its cargo in Kuwait, while Pine Gas, chartered by Indian Oil Corporation, loaded its cargo at the Ruwais port in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as reported by Reuters. Both the ship transited through Iranian territorial waters between Iran's Larak and Qeshm islands, to make their identity known to the Iranian authorities as they navigated close to the strait.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/narendra-modi-india-oil-reserves-west-asia-conflict-1774352194750">Narendra Modi says India has enough crude oil reserves- How much oil does India have?</a><h2>Which Indian ships have reached, and how many are stranded?</h2>&nbsp;MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi, carrying about 92,712 tonnes of LPG, have reached Indian ports in Mundra, Gujarat, and Kandla port, Gujarat, on March 16 and March 17, respectively. While two other Indian-flagged oil tankers, Jag Laadki reached Mundra on March 18, and Jag Prakash previously crossed the Hormuz, is en route to Tanzania. 24 other Indian-flagged vessels are on the 22 are on the West side of the Strait, that is, they are still stuck on the Strait. &nbsp;

Indian LPG tankers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas cross the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, ensuring fuel supply as several vessels remain stranded.

Indian LPG tankers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas had transited through the Strait of Hormuz. This comes amid the US-Israel war on Iran, which resulted in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation. Videos and Photos of the vessels were shared by the News agency ANI, after the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways confirmed that two Indian LPG carriers have crossed the vital trade choke point.

Indian LPG tankers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas cross the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict, ensuring fuel supply as several vessels remain stranded.

Indian LPG tankers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas cross Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict disruption

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Indian LPG tankers BW Elm and BW Tyr begin Hormuz transit

Indian LPG tankers cross Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict disruption