The government assured that the maritime sector is functioning smoothly without any congestion at ports. Close coordination with state maritime boards and stakeholders is being maintained to ensure the safety of seafarers and uninterrupted maritime trade. Measures have been implemented to protect Indian vessels and seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz region.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways is actively monitoring shipping movements, port operations, safety of Indian seafarers, and the continuity of maritime trade. Indian seafarers in the region are reported to be safe, with no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels in the past 24 hours.
A total of 22 Indian-flagged vessels with 611 Indian seafarers are present in the western Persian Gulf region, with the Directorate General of Shipping overseeing the situation in coordination with ship owners, RPSL agencies, and Indian Missions. An unfortunate incident led to the passing of an Indian seafarer on the Panama-flagged vessel ASP Avana, with support being extended to the family by DG Shipping and the Indian Mission in the UAE.
The DG Shipping Control Room has been active, handling numerous calls and emails since activation, including recent interactions. Over 534 Indian seafarers have been safely repatriated, with continuous efforts in this regard. Indian Missions and Posts are providing assistance to the Indian community and issuing necessary advisories for their safety and well-being.
