Government to monitor Indian sailors’ status in real-time as Hormuz conflict claims more lives
The Indian government is implementing a real-time monitoring system for Indian sailors in the Strait of Hormuz following recent attacks on merchant vessels. The initiative aims to ensure crew safety amid escalating maritime conflict in the region.
Why it matters
It demonstrates the government's response to protecting citizens during international maritime security crises.
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal ordered a comprehensive ‘Seafarer-First’ response on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) to safeguard Indian crew operating in the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The order comes as the maritime security situation in West Asia worsens following attacks on two merchant vessels in the Strait.
Mr. Sonowal ordered real-time vessel-by-vessel monitoring of Indian seafarers and directed the appointment of dedicated liaison officers for every affected Indian sailor.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) will coordinate the response round the clock in association with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Indian Navy, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Indian missions in Iran, Oman and the UAE, as well as other maritime stakeholders.
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