MUMBAI: The Indian-flagged vessel Green Asha successfully arrived at Mumbai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) carrying 15,400 tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), marking the first such shipment to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since the recent Iran conflict.
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The ship, operated by BW Epic Kosan, docked at JNPA’s liquid berth under the supervision of BPCL-IOCL.
JNPA officials confirmed the safe arrival of the vessel, its cargo, and crew, highlighting that the operation demonstrates India’s maritime efficiency even amid complex geopolitical conditions. The delivery strengthens India’s energy security and ensures a continuous supply of LPG to domestic markets.
This milestone comes as a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States-Israel coalition allows safer passage through the Strait of Hormuz, reopening a critical energy shipping route. Additional Indian vessels are expected to follow in the coming weeks.
India relies heavily on LPG, especially for rural households under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, making uninterrupted imports crucial for domestic energy stability. The use of an Indian-flagged ship reflects a strategic push to bolster national maritime capabilities, reduce dependence on foreign vessels, and support local energy infrastructure.
By delivering essential fuel through domestic shipping, the Green Asha reinforces India’s efforts to strengthen sovereign maritime operations while ensuring uninterrupted LPG supply across Maharashtra and neighboring states.
