Indian Crude Tanker Safely Departs from UAE's Fujairah Port

Indian Flagged Vessel Safely Departs Fujairah Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Indian government has confirmed that the Jag Laadki, an Indian-flagged crude tanker, has departed safely from Fujairah, UAE, carrying 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude oil. The vessel is bound for India, with all crew members reported safe.

This development marks an important milestone in Indian diplomacy, as it is the fourth Indian-flagged vessel to have navigated the war zone unscathed. The safe passage of the Jag Laadki assumes significance, given the shipping constraints in the Strait of Hormuz, which have impacted India's energy supplies.

Key Developments

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• The Jag Laadki departed Fujairah on March 15, 2026, carrying 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude oil.
• The vessel is bound for India and is the fourth Indian-flagged vessel to safely navigate the war zone.
• Two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying a combined 92,712 tonnes of LPG, crossed the war-hit Strait of Hormuz on March 14, 2026.
• The Shivalik is due to reach Mundra port in Gujarat on March 16, 2026, while the Nanda Devi is expected to dock at Kandla port on March 17, 2026.

Maritime Operations

• The Government of India has confirmed that 22 Indian-flagged vessels with 611 seafarers remain on the west side of the Persian Gulf region.
• The Directorate General of Shipping continues to monitor the situation in coordination with ship owners, RPSL agencies, and Indian Missions.
• Since the activation of the DG Shipping Control Room, 2,995 phone calls and more than 5,357 emails have been handled from seafarers, their families, and maritime stakeholders seeking information and assistance.
• The DG Shipping has facilitated the safe repatriation of 276 Indian seafarers from the Gulf region so far, including 23 repatriations in the past 24 hours from airports and regional locations.