India Receives 80,886 MT Crude Oil As ‘Jag Laadki’ Docks At Adani Ports Mundra In Gujarat Despite Hormuz Risks
The crude oil carried by 'Jag Laadki' was sourced from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and loaded at Fujairah Port there. Image courtesy: RNA
In a significant development for India’s energy security, multiple Indian-flagged vessels carrying crude oil and LPG have successfully reached Gujarat ports, navigating the volatile Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing conflict in West Asia. The latest to arrive was crude oil tanker Jag Laadki, which docked at Mundra Port on Wednesday (March 18, 2026) carrying around 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil.
This follows the arrival of two key LPG carriers – Nanda Devi at Vadinar Port with 46,500 MT of LPG, and Shivalik at Mundra Port earlier this week. Together, these shipments provide a critical supply cushion at a time of global energy uncertainty.
The arrivals come at a crucial time when India’s LPG supply chain is under stress due to disruptions in the Middle East. India depends heavily on imports as around 60% of LPG demand is import-dependent, with 85-90% of LPG imports coming from the Middle East.
With the Strait of Hormuz facing blockade threats and attacks reported near key ports like Fujairah in the UAE, ensuring uninterrupted LPG supply has become a major challenge. The successful docking of these vessels signals that India’s supply lines remain functional despite heightened risks.
Jag Laadki docks at Mundra Port
Carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil, sourced from the UAE, loaded at Fujairah Port, Indian-flagged crude oil tanker ‘Jag Laadki’ arrived at Adani Ports Mundra in Gujarat.
The shipments are particularly significant because they passed through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical and currently volatile maritime chokepoints. The route has been under threat due to Iran’s retaliatory actions following US-Israel strikes, drone and missile attacks targeting Gulf energy infrastructure, and disruptions to global oil and gas shipments.
Despite these risks, Indian vessels managed to safely transit and deliver essential energy cargo, highlighting robust maritime coordination.
Mundra Port emerges as critical energy hub
Officials said the arrival of Jag Laadki underscores the strategic importance of Mundra Port, operated by Adani Ports, in handling large-scale energy imports. The latest oil tanker to arrive in India measures 274.19 metres in length , has a 164,716 tonnes deadweight tonnage.
The port ensured safe berthing and efficient cargo handling, reinforcing its role as a key node in India’s energy logistics chain. “This delivery supports refinery operations and strengthens India’s energy security during supply disruptions,” officials said.
