New Delhi, May 14: The LPG tanker MV Sunshine is safely crossing the Strait of Hormuz and moving towards India after being evacuated from the Persian Gulf amid rising regional tensions.
Sources said several agencies, including the Indian Navy, are closely assisting and monitoring the vessel to ensure its safe passage through the sensitive maritime route.The tanker was moved out of the Gulf region as a precaution following growing security concerns and instability in the area.
Officials said the situation is being watched carefully, while all necessary support is being provided to the ship and its crew.The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important shipping routes for oil and gas supplies, and any tension in the region often raises global concerns over maritime safety and energy trade.
Authorities have not reported any damage or threat to the vessel, and the tanker is expected to continue its journey towards India safely.