Archive · 25 Jul 2026
28 Indian Crew Safe After LPG Tanker Attack in Iran
A tanker named DISHA, which had 28 Indian crew members, was attacked in Iranian waters.
The Indian Embassy in Iran confirmed that all crew members are safe.
The Indian government has been in contact with local authorities to ensure their well-being.
The attack happened during a time of increased tensions in the Gulf region.
The Indian government has advised against sending Indian seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz due to safety concerns.
An LPG tanker named DISHA with 28 Indian crew members was attacked in Iranian waters.
The Indian Embassy in Iran confirmed that all crew members are safe.
The Embassy is in close contact with local authorities and monitoring the situation.
The attack occurred amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region.
The Indian government has advised against deploying Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz due to security risks.
- Who
- 28 Indian crew members aboard the LPG tanker DISHA
- What
- An attack on the Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker DISHA in Iranian waters
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Iranian territorial waters
- Why
- The reasons for the attack are not specified, but it occurred amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region.
Government Stance
Security Concerns
Government Response
Government Stance
The Indian government has condemned attacks on seafarers and civilian shipping, emphasizing the importance of safe and unimpeded international waterways.
Security Concerns
The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has advised against deploying Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz due to heightened security risks.
- Vessel Name
- DISHA (IMO No. 8818219)
- Crew Members
- 28 Indian nationals
- Location of Attack
- Iranian territorial waters
- Date of Attack
- Friday
- Government Advisory
- Avoid deploying Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz
Sources
All 28 Indian Crew Aboard LPG Tanker DISHA Safe After Attack In Iranian Waters, Embassy Confirms
28 Indian crew members safe after LPG tanker attacked in Iranian waters, Embassy confirms
All 28 Indian Crew Safe After Tanker Attacked in Iranian Waters: Indian Embassy in Tehran
28 Indians onboard Mozambique-flagged vessel safe after attack in Iranian territorial waters
LPG-tanker with 28 Indian crew members attacked in Iranian waters; all safe - Telegraph India
LPG Tanker With 28 Indian Crew Members Attacked In Iranian Waters, All Safe
Tanker with 28 Indian crew attacked in Iranian waters
All 28 Indian crew members safe after LPG tanker attacked in Iranian waters: Indian Embassy in Tehran
