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Defence
166 Indian Seafarers Remain Near Strait of Hormuz, MEA Reports
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 05:36 AM
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The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that 166 Indian seafarers are still operating near the Strait of Hormuz, citing ongoing maritime security concerns.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced that 166 Indian seafarers are currently stationed near the Strait of Hormuz.
The statement was issued amid heightened maritime security concerns in the region, a key shipping corridor for international trade.
Indian authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have coordinated with the Indian Navy to ensure the safety of the crew.
The presence of Indian merchant navy personnel in this strategic area underscores the importance of maintaining secure sea lanes for global commerce.
The statement was issued amid heightened maritime security concerns in the region, a key shipping corridor for international trade.
Indian authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have coordinated with the Indian Navy to ensure the safety of the crew.
The presence of Indian merchant navy personnel in this strategic area underscores the importance of maintaining secure sea lanes for global commerce.