India has successfully repatriated over 2,563 Indian seafarers from the Gulf region amid heightened tensions related to the US-Iran situation affecting maritime operations. Mandeep Singh Randhawa, the Director at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, provided this update during an inter-ministerial briefing, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of its seafarers.
The Directorate General of Shipping’s control room has been actively responding to inquiries, managing 6,918 calls and over 14,605 emails since its establishment. In the last 24 hours alone, they received 25 calls and 135 emails, facilitating the return of 25 seafarers. The ministry is collaborating with the Ministry of External Affairs and maritime stakeholders to support the ongoing shipping operations.
Amid these developments, the Indian-flagged crude oil tanker Desh Garima successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz on April 18, carrying 97,422 metric tonnes of crude oil and 31 Indian crew members. It is expected to reach Mumbai on April 22, 2026. Fortunately, no injuries were reported following a recent firing incident involving two Indian vessels in the same area, prompting precautionary measures.
Despite ongoing tensions in West Asia, port operations in India remain unaffected, with no congestion reported at any ports.
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