New Delhi, March 24 -- Two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, have successfully crossed over the volatile Strait of Hormuz, marking another crucial development in India's efforts to maintain steady energy supplies amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

The vessels were seen navigating the strategic chokepoint on Monday, carrying a combined 92,612.59 metric tonnes of LPG. Visuals showed Pine Gas making its way across the narrow maritime corridor, a vital route linking the Gulf's oil and gas exporters with global markets.

Jag Vasant and Pine Gas were among 22 Indian-flagged ships stranded in the Persian Gulf after escalating regional hostilities briefly disrupted traffic through the Hormuz StraitBetween them, the two carriers...