Amid Hormuz Tensions, India’s Energy Supply Chain Stays Afloat

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia and disruptions along key maritime routes, Indian-flagged tanker Jag Laadki successfully arrived at Mundra Port on Wednesday, carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes of crude oil, officials confirmed.

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The development comes at a time when global energy supply chains are under strain due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, with the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz witnessing heightened security risks and partial blockade conditions. A day earlier, LPG carrier Nanda Devi docked at Vadinar Port, transporting 46,500 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas after navigating the volatile Hormuz passage. Another LPG vessel, Shivalik, had reached Mundra Port earlier this week, underlining the continued flow—albeit strained—of essential energy supplies into India. According to Adani Ports, which operates Mundra Port, the crude aboard Jag Laadki was sourced from the United Arab Emirates and loaded at Fujairah Port—a critical global oil storage and bunkering hub that has recently faced drone and missile attacks amid the conflict. The tanker itself is a massive vessel, measuring over 274 metres in length, with a deadweight tonnage of approximately 164,716 tonnes. Its successful berthing highlights the operational resilience and strategic importance of Mundra Port in safeguarding India’s energy lifelines during periods of geopolitical instability. India remains heavily dependent on imports, sourcing nearly 88% of its crude oil, 50% of its natural gas, and around 60% of its LPG requirements from overseas markets. Prior to the escalation on February 28, more than half of India’s crude imports—and a significant share of gas and LPG—originated from Middle Eastern suppliers such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The safe arrival of these vessels signals both the fragility and resilience of global energy logistics, as India navigates a complex geopolitical landscape to secure its essential fuel needs.