India, Sept. 19 -- The ministry of external affairs on Friday reacted to the US revoking the sanctions waiver that allowed India to develop Iran's Chabahar port, saying that it was "examining its implications" for New Delhi.

The Chabahar Port in Iran is a strategically important facility that provides vital access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.

"We have seen the US press statement regarding the revocation of the sanctions waiver for Chahbahar Port. We are presently examining its implications for India," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told the media.

The US State Department said in a statement that starting September 29, persons operating the Chabahar Port and engaging in other related activities will face sanctions under the US Ira...