India gets massive LPG relief: 92,700 tons cross Strait of Hormuz, gas shortage to ease

• Two Indian ships, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying 92,700 metric tons of LPG, successfully passed the Strait of Hormuz.
• The LPG consignment, equivalent to 6.8 million cylinders, is heading to Mundra and Kandla ports, expected by March 16-17.
• The crucial Strait of Hormuz passage was affected by West Asia tensions; India imports 60% of its LPG from Gulf countries.
• Government assures continuous supply, urging against panic booking, and has increased domestic LPG production by 31%.
• India is in continuous diplomatic contact with West Asian nations to ensure safe passage for energy-related ships.