National Times Bureau :- Amid escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in West Asia, India has received a significant boost in terms of energy security, as an LPG tanker convoy led by Green Salvi has successfully navigated the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz without disruption. The development is expected to ease concerns over domestic cooking gas supply, which had come under pressure due to the volatile situation in the region.
According to sources, Green Salvi is not operating alone but is leading a convoy of three Indian LPG carriers. The vessel is transporting over 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, marking it as a critical shipment. Notably, this is the seventh Indian vessel to pass through the sensitive route since the conflict intensified, highlighting the continued risks associated with the corridor.
The safe passage of these vessels has been facilitated by strong diplomatic ties between India and Iran. Reports indicate that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has played a supportive role in ensuring the convoy’s movement. Indian ships have reportedly been accorded the status of a “friendly nation,” allowing them to transit without obstruction. The tanker is currently navigating via a southern route near the coast of Oman, which is considered comparatively safer than the northern passage.
The situation in West Asia had turned critical following joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran on February 28, triggering widespread instability across the region. As a result, global oil and gas supply chains have faced disruptions, raising concerns for energy-dependent countries like India, which relies heavily on imports from Gulf nations.
The successful transit of the LPG convoy is therefore seen as crucial not only for maintaining supply stability but also for reinforcing India’s strategic and diplomatic positioning in the region during a period of heightened geopolitical uncertainty.
