How India kept LPG flowing despite Strait of Hormuz disruptions

The recent tensions around the Strait of Hormuz tested global energy supply chains, but India avoided major LPG shortages through a combination of supply diversification, higher domestic refinery output and proactive cargo planning. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, over 12 LPG vessels successfully transited the region, while domestic refineries increased LPG production from 35,000 tonnes per day to 54,000 tonnes per day to strengthen local supplies.

India also expanded its import basket by sourcing additional LPG cargoes from countries including the United States, Canada, Algeria and Japan, reducing reliance on a single trade route. Over the past decade, the country's crude oil sourcing network has grown from 27 to 41 supplier nations, improving resilience against geopolitical disruptions.

The developments highlight a broader lesson for global logistics: supply chain resilience is built through diversification, operational flexibility and strategic planning. As geopolitical risks continue to affect key maritime corridors, importers and exporters are increasingly relying on multiple sourcing options and adaptive logistics networks to maintain uninterrupted cargo movement.