Amidst the increasing tension in West Asia, the Indian Navy has deployed several of its warships near the Persian Gulf. According to sources, these warships have been kept ready to provide assistance to merchant ships coming to India if needed.
According to ANI report, sources said that Indian Navy ships have been deployed in this area to ensure the safety of Indian merchant ships and their crew.
Indian ships Shivalik and Nanda Devi got permission
Meanwhile, on Saturday, Iranian authorities allowed two Indian-flagged LPG ships headed towards India to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. One of these ships is Shivalik, which according to the ship monitoring website was currently seen near Oman. It is likely to reach its destination by March 21.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways on Friday informed about the maritime situation in the Persian Gulf region and the steps taken for the safety of Indian sailors and ships. According to the ministry, 668 Indian sailors are serving on 24 Indian-flagged ships in the Persian Gulf, while 76 Indian sailors are present on three ships east of the Strait of Hormuz.
Indian government is constantly keeping an eye
The ministry said that DG Shipping is coordinating with ship owners, RPSL agencies and Indian missions. All ships and crew are being continuously monitored. More than 2,425 calls and 4,441 emails have been received so far since the 24-hour control room was activated. The safe return of more than 223 stranded Indian sailors has been ensured.
Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fatahali also said that despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Iran will provide safe passage to ships heading towards India through the Strait of Hormuz. Describing India and Iran as old friends, he said that the interests and future of both the countries are linked.
Iran blames Trump for closure of Strait of Hormuz
Meanwhile, Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi, the representative of Iran’s supreme leader in India, said that Iran never wanted to close the Strait of Hormuz. He also said that due to the current situation, the movement of ships has been affected and world leaders should put pressure on US President Donald Trump to stop the war, as the entire world is being affected by rising oil prices.
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