New Delhi: India has received a major relief in the supply of cooking gas as two ships carrying 92,700 tonnes of LPG have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy shipping routes.

According to officials, the two vessels named Shivalik LPG tanker and Nanda Devi LPG tanker are now heading towards Indian ports.

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The ships are expected to reach Mundra Port and Kandla Port on March 16 and March 17.

Gas Enough to Fill 68 Lakh Cylinders

Officials said the LPG carried by the two ships can fill around 68 lakh domestic gas cylinders.

India’s daily demand for LPG cylinders is about 55 lakh cylinders, which means this shipment will help meet a large part of the country’s immediate requirement.

The arrival of the cargo is expected to ease concerns about LPG shortages that had recently increased across the country.

Tensions in West Asia Disrupted Shipping

The movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz had briefly slowed due to rising conflict in West Asia involving Iran, Israel and the United States.

This sea route is extremely important for global energy supplies because a large share of the world’s oil and gas shipments passes through it.

India imports nearly 60 per cent of its LPG requirements, and most of it comes from Gulf countries through this route.

Indian Ships Still in the Gulf Region

According to the Ministry of Shipping of India, there were 24 Indian-flagged ships in the region earlier.

Out of these, two ships have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, while around 22 vessels are still in the Persian Gulf region.

These ships are carrying LPG, LNG, crude oil and other cargo. Hundreds of Indian sailors are working on these vessels.

Government Urges People Not to Panic

In recent days, there has been a sudden increase in LPG cylinder bookings due to fears of a shortage.

The Government of India has asked people not to panic or book cylinders unnecessarily, assuring that domestic consumers are being given priority in gas supply.

To manage the situation, the government has also increased domestic LPG production.

Officials said production was first increased by 10 percent, then 25 per cent, and has now been raised to around 31 per cent to ensure smooth supply across the country.

Diplomatic Efforts Continue

India is also maintaining constant diplomatic communication with countries in West Asia to ensure that energy shipments reach safely.

Officials said the government’s priority is to ensure that cooking gas supply in the country continues without disruption.

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