4,500+ Indian Seafarers in Persian Gulf Under Close Watch Amid Rising Maritime Threats: MEA - The Tribune

4,500+ Indian seafarers in Persian Gulf under close watch amid rising maritime threats: MEA - The Tribune

India is closely monitoring the safety and well-being of over 4,500 Indian seafarers currently operating on commercial vessels across the Persian Gulf, including 163 seafarers on board 12 active cargo ships, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Tuesday.

163 Indians aboard 12 commercial vessels in Persian Gulf: MEA - OrissaPOST

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Tuesday stated that there are currently 163 Indian seafarers on board 12 commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf transiting through West of Strait of Hormuz. “At this point in time, we have six India-flag commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf, west of the Strait of Hormuz. We […]

163 Indian Seafarers Aboard 12 Commercial Vessels in Persian Gulf, Confirms MEA

New Delhi, September 29, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday confirmed that 163 Indian seafarers are currently aboard 12 commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf, west of the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions and security concerns continue to affect maritime navigation in the region. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said […]

163 Indian seafarers on board 12 commercial vessels in Persian Gulf currently, confirms MEA

New Delhi, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday stated that there are currently 163 Indian seafarers on board 12 commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf transiting through West of Strait... - Social News XYZ