Indian Navy issues fresh advisory for vessels in Strait of Hormuz: Transit Hormuz only after approval
The Indian Navy has issued a fresh advisory to Indian-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, asking them to stay clear of Larak Island and transit only when directed by it to ensure safety.
Indian Navy advisory: Days after the firing incident on two Indian vessels by the IRGC on April 18, Indian Navy has intensified security near the Strait of Hormuz.
The Indian Navy has issued a fresh advisory to Indian-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, asking them to stay clear of Larak Island and transit only when directed by it to ensure safety.
Eleven Indian vessels have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz so far. The most recent tanker, Desh Garima, made the passage on April 18—the same day two other Indian ships, Jag Arnav and Sanmar Herald, were forced to turn back after coming under fire from Iranian forces.
After crossing, Desh Garima is now being escorted by the Indian Navy in the Arabian Sea and is expected to reach Mumbai on April 22.
Larak Island lies at the narrowest point of the Strait of Hormuz and hosts a significant part of Iran’s oil infrastructure. Due to its importance to the country’s energy sector, the surrounding waters are tightly secured, with ship movements closely tracked through radar systems and fortified positions.
The island is located just south of Hormuz Island within the roughly 33-km-wide strait—a vital global chokepoint that once handled about 20% of the world’s oil supply before the Iran-US tensions escalated. Reports indicate that multiple Iranian bases operate in the area, capable of deploying fast attack boats against vessels.
Currently, the only operational shipping route runs between Hormuz and Larak islands. The earlier route near the Oman coast remains shut, as it is still considered unsafe due to uncleared Iranian mines.