Iran extends special message as LPG tanker Green Sanvi crosses Hormuz, 17 still stranded

India has reaffirmed that its crude and LPG supplies remain fully secured despite ongoing tensions in West Asia, with at least eight India‑linked vessels having successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz , the highest number for any country navigating the critical maritime chokepoint since hostilities escalated earlier this year. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas dismissed reports of payment hurdles with Iran for crude imports and underscored that refiners are actively sourcing oil from Tehran as well as a wide range of global suppliers.

The India‑flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi safely transited the war‑affected strait on Friday night, carrying approximately 46,650 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) , roughly half a day’s worth of India’s pre‑conflict LPG consumption, officials said, highlighting continued energy inflows amid disruptions.

During the passage, the Iranian Consulate in Mumbai posted a full message of diplomatic appreciation on X: “India, & Gujarat in particular, hold a cherished place in our shared history; having graciously welcomed those from our land centuries ago. Building on this enduring civilizational bond, we remain committed to further strengthening the ties of friendship & cooperation.” This marked an unprecedented public expression of goodwill tied to the vessel’s transit through Iran‑monitored waters.

In addition to Green Sanvi, earlier successful transits include LPG carriers Shivalik , Nanda Devi , Jag Vasant , Pine Gas , BW Elm and BW Tyr , reflecting India’s efforts to keep energy supplies moving through diplomatic coordination. Several more tankers, such as Green Asha and Jag Vikram , are expected to attempt the crossing in the coming days.

Despite these movements, 17 India‑flagged ships with hundreds of Indian seafarers remain stranded on the western side of the Strait of Hormuz , awaiting clearance to transit under a limited regime instituted by Iran, which has mostly restricted maritime traffic amid the regional conflict. The government, through the Directorate General of Shipping , is maintaining round‑the‑clock monitoring of vessel movements and coordinating with ship owners and Indian missions to ensure crew safety and continuity of trade operations .

New Delhi dismissed claims that an Iranian crude shipment was diverted to China due to payment issues, calling them “factually incorrect” , and noted that mid‑voyage destination changes are routine in global trade. India’s refiners have secured crude supplies , including from Iran, aided by a temporary U.S. sanctions waiver . The Strait of Hormuz has also allowed vessels from Japan, France, and Oman under conditional arrangements, keeping vital supply lines open. Meanwhile, the LPG tanker Sea Bird , with 44,000 tonnes of Iranian LPG , berthed at Mangalore on April 2 .