Indian LPG Tanker Nanda Devi Set to Dock at Kandla Port Today
Synopsis
The Indian-flagged LPG tanker, Nanda Devi, is set to arrive at Kandla Port today after departing from Qatar. This delivery, amidst regional tensions, is crucial for ensuring fuel supply stability.
Key Takeaways
Nanda Devi is arriving at Kandla Port today with vital LPG supplies.
Another tanker, Shivalik , has already delivered LPG to Mundra Port .
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical shipping route for global energy.
Indian authorities are closely monitoring maritime safety amid regional tensions.
All Indian seafarers in the region are reported to be safe.
New Delhi, March 17 (NationPress) The Indian-flagged LPG tanker, Nanda Devi, which set sail from Qatar loaded with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), is anticipated to reach Kandla Port in Gujarat today after navigating through the Strait of Hormuz.
In related developments, another LPG vessel, Shivalik, successfully docked at Mundra Port just a day prior, delivering approximately 45–46 thousand tonnes of LPG.
The arrival of the Nanda Devi is projected to alleviate concerns regarding fuel deliveries along this sensitive maritime passage.
Rajesh Kumar Sinha, the special secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, confirmed during a recent inter-ministerial meeting that the tanker has safely entered open waters following its transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
He highlighted that both Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, are transporting a combined total of around 92,700 metric tonnes of LPG to India. These vessels are owned by the state-operated Shipping Corporation of India.
Sinha reassured that all Indian seafarers operating in the Persian Gulf region are accounted for and safe, with no reports of any incidents impacting them.
Government statistics reveal that there are currently 22 Indian-flagged vessels navigating west of the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, manned by a total of 611 seafarers.
Alongside Nanda Devi's journey to Kandla Port, the Jag Laadki vessel is on its way to Mundra Port, carrying nearly 81,000 tonnes of crude oil from the UAE, with all Indian crew members reported safe.
The Strait of Hormuz continues to be a critical maritime route, facilitating around 20 percent of global oil and gas exports.
Given ongoing regional tensions, authorities are vigilantly overseeing ship movements to ensure the safety of Indian vessels and their crews in the area.
The ministry previously indicated that major ports nationwide are actively tracking vessel movements and cargo operations, providing essential support to shipping lines and cargo stakeholders, including waivers on anchorage, berth hire, and storage fees.
Point of View
Especially amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf region. The government’s proactive measures to ensure the safety of Indian vessels and crews reflect a strong commitment to national energy security.
NationPress
10 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cargo of the Nanda Devi?
The Nanda Devi is carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Qatar.
Where is the Nanda Devi expected to arrive?
The Nanda Devi is expected to arrive at Kandla Port in Gujarat.
What other vessel arrived at Mundra Port recently?
The LPG tanker Shivalik arrived at Mundra Port a day earlier with around 45–46 thousand tonnes of LPG.
Are Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf safe?
Yes, all Indian seafarers operating in the Persian Gulf region are reported safe.
What percentage of global oil exports pass through the Strait of Hormuz?
Nearly 20 percent of global oil and gas exports pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
