India’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply chain has remained largely insulated from disruptions in West Asia despite the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, with most cargoes destined for the country avoiding the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Government officials said two LNG cargoes are currently en route to India, even as tensions in the region have heightened concerns over shipping through the narrow waterway that handles a significant share of global energy trade. However, nearly 70 percent of India’s LNG imports originate from sources that do not require passage through the Strait of Hormuz, limiting the immediate impact of the conflict on domestic gas supply.
India imports LNG primarily from suppliers in regions such as the United States, Australia and parts of Africa, alongside long-term contracts with Middle Eastern producers. Cargoes coming from the Atlantic and Pacific basins reach Indian ports through alternative routes that bypass the Gulf chokepoint.
Energy analysts note that the diversification of India’s LNG sourcing over the past decade has helped mitigate geopolitical risks linked to the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf with global markets. The passage is frequently viewed as a potential flashpoint during regional conflicts, given that a large portion of the world’s oil and gas shipments transit through it.
Officials said India continues to monitor developments closely and remains prepared to tap additional cargoes from global markets if supply disruptions occur. LNG import terminals along the country’s western and eastern coasts are also equipped to handle spot cargoes in the event of shifts in supply routes.
The government maintained that current inventories and incoming shipments are adequate to meet domestic demand, even as the situation in West Asia continues to evolve.
