Indian Seafarers safe; Over 2,600 repatriated as situation in Persian Gulf remains stable

NEW DELHI : The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has confirmed that no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels have been reported in the past 24 hours, with all Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf region remaining safe.

Providing an update, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary, MoPSW, stated that the Indian-flagged crude oil tanker Desh Garima—which safely transited the region on 18 March with 31 Indian seafarers onboard—is expected to arrive in Mumbai later this evening.

The Ministry continues to actively monitor the situation and ensure the safety and welfare of Indian maritime personnel. So far, coordinated efforts have enabled the safe repatriation of more than 2,615 Indian seafarers, including 25 individuals in the last 24 hours alone.

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining close vigilance and extending all necessary support to Indian seafarers operating in sensitive maritime regions.