Operation Urja Suraksha
India's Naval Energy Security Mission
Launched in March 2026, Operation Urja Suraksha (Energy Security) was the Indian Navy's operational response to Iran's restrictions on Strait of Hormuz shipping. The Navy deployed over five frontline warships — including guided-missile destroyers INS Kochi and INS Chennai — to escort India-flagged tankers. Twenty-two high-priority energy vessels were identified for escort. Early results included the safe transit of LPG carriers Pine Gas and Jag Vasant (~92,000 tonnes LPG) and crude tanker Jag Laadki. The operation demonstrated India's growing willingness to use naval power to protect economic interests in extraterritorial waters.
- Name: Operation Urja Suraksha (Urja = Energy; Suraksha = Security)
- Launched: March 2026, Indian Navy
- Assets: 5+ frontline warships including destroyers and multi-role frigates
- Priority vessels: 22 India-flagged energy tankers (LNG, LPG, crude)
- Notable transit: LPG carrier Green Asha (15,400 tonnes) docked at JNPA Mumbai, April 2026
- Prior operations: Indian Navy also conducted Operation Sankalp (2019) and Operation Kaveri (2023 Sudan evacuation)
● Tracked since April 08, 2026 · last seen April 18, 2026 · updates as the daily brief publishes