An Indian-flagged LPG carrier, Jag Vikram, arrived at Kandla Port on April 14 after crossing the Strait of Hormuz, officials said.
The vessel carried 20,400 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and docked late Tuesday night at Oil Jetty No. 1 at Kandla Port. Authorities said unloading operations are expected to begin shortly.
The ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 11 amid heightened tensions and a United States naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime trade. Its arrival marks the first successful transit by an Indian vessel through the corridor following the announcement of a 14-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
Officials said the shipment is part of India’s ongoing efforts to maintain energy supplies despite disruptions in key maritime routes. The movement of the vessel comes under continued monitoring of shipping activity in the region, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, which remains a critical passage for global energy trade.
The ceasefire, brokered earlier in April, aims to reduce hostilities and allow limited commercial shipping to resume. The safe arrival of Jag Vikram is being seen as an indication that some trade routes are functioning under the temporary arrangement.
India imports a significant portion of its LPG requirements, and uninterrupted maritime access remains essential for supply stability. Authorities continue to assess shipping conditions as the ceasefire window progresses toward its scheduled expiry on April 21.
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