Green Asha: 9th Indian LPG Ship Crosses Strait Amid Tensions

India is boosting its liquefied petroleum gas supplies as tensions rise in West Asia. The latest vessel, the Green Asha, just crossed the Strait of Hormuz carrying around 20,000 tonnes of LPG. This marks the eighth Indian-flagged ship to navigate these waters since the conflict escalated. The Green Asha is owned by MOL India, part of Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines, and has a capacity of over 26,000 tonnes. Despite ongoing tensions with the U.S. and Israel, Iran allows these Indian vessels to pass safely, providing a crucial lifeline for LPG supplies. Earlier, six other tankers have also reached Indian ports since the conflict began. However, many Indian oil and gas vessels remain stranded, waiting for clearance. What's significant here is how this ongoing situation directly affects energy availability in India, where long queues for LPG cylinders have been reported. The conflict impacts not just politics but the everyday lives of millions.