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The central government has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo from Vadinar in Gujarat's Dwarka district to China due to payment issues. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) wrote on microblogging site X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday to categorically say that these are rumours that are "factually incorrect" and based on "misinformation". India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries, it noted, with refiners having flexibility to source based on commercial considerations. 
It also wrote that Indian refiners have already secured crude supplies, including from Iran, amid Middle East supply disruptions. There are no payment-related hurdles for importing Iranian oil, as claimed in these reports, said the ministry. 
<h2>Cargo destinations can change mid-voyage for operational and commercial reasons: MoPNG</h2>
The ministry's statement followed reports suggested vessel diversion on account of payment issues. "Claims on vessel diversion ignore how oil trade works," said the ministry, adding: "Bills of Lading often carry indicative discharge ports destinations and on-sea cargoes can change destinations mid-voyage based on trade optimisation and operational flexibility."
The ministry also reiterated that the country's crude oil situation continues to be fully secured for the coming months. It also noted that an LPG vessel -- called Sea Bird -- berthed at Mangalore in Karnataka on April 2. The vessel -- carrying around 44 TMT Iranian LPG -- is currently discharging, according to the oil ministry. 
The development comes at a time when various departments of the government have repeatedly allayed growing concerns about the LPG situation in the country, urging citizens to be alert against misinformation and to rely only on official channels for updates. Officials have also assured the public of ample auto and cooking fuel supplies, requesting people not to panic-book or panic-buy based on rumours. 
 
<blockquote>The news reports and social media posts of an Iranian crude cargo being diverted from Vadinar, India to China due to “payment issues” is factually incorrect. India imports crude oil from 40+ countries, with companies having full flexibility to source oil from different sources…
— Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG (@PetroleumMin) <a href="https://twitter.com/PetroleumMin/status/2040335543272354019?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Last month, the government ramped up domestic crude supplies and diversified its petroleum imports in light of the war in the Middle East that has left the Strait of Hormuz largely blocked. The strait -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Ocean -- normally enables the passage of about 20 per cent of the world's oil and gas supplies. 
The war between US-backed Israel and Iran is in its second month and investors have pinned hopes on negotiations between Iran and the US. Experts say that disruptions could rise this month due to ​the prolonged closure of the ​Strait of Hormuz.
<h2 data-end="729" data-start="112">Centre monitoring situation continously, consumer remains top priority</h2>
Officials have said the government is constantly monitoring the situation and taking measures to ensure minimum impact on the consumer.
The government has ensured adequate supplies for the consumer, prioritising deliveries to households and essential services.   
Here are answers to a few frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the matter: 
What has the oil ministry said?
It has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo diversion to China, calling them factually incorrect and baseless. 
Was there any payment issue with Iranian oil?
No.
Why did reports mention vessel diversion?
Authorities said such claims misunderstand oil trade. 
How does India source its crude oil?
India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries.
Is India facing any crude shortage?
No.
Is there any fuel shortage risk?
Officials have assured adequate availability of cooking and auto fuels across the length and breadth of the country.
What should consumers do?
<ul>
<li>Avoid panic-buying</li>
<li>Rely on official updates</li>
</ul>

The central government has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo from Vadinar in Gujarat's Dwarka district to China due to payment issues. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) wrote on microblogging site X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday to categorically say that these are rumours that are "factually incorrect" and based on "misinformation". India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries, it noted, with refiners having flexibility to source based on commercial considerations. It also wrote that Indian refiners have already secured crude supplies, including from Iran, amid Middle East supply disruptions. There are no payment-related hurdles for importing Iranian oil, as claimed in these reports, said the ministry. Cargo destinations can change mid-voyage for operational and commercial reasons: MoPNGThe ministry's statement followed reports suggested vessel diversion on account of payment issues. "Claims on vessel diversion ignore how oil trade works," said the ministry, adding: "Bills of Lading often carry indicative discharge ports destinations and on-sea cargoes can change destinations mid-voyage based on trade optimisation and operational flexibility."The ministry also reiterated that the country's crude oil situation continues to be fully secured for the coming months. It also noted that an LPG vessel -- called Sea Bird -- berthed at Mangalore in Karnataka on April 2. The vessel -- carrying around 44 TMT Iranian LPG -- is currently discharging, according to the oil ministry. The development comes at a time when various departments of the government have repeatedly allayed growing concerns about the LPG situation in the country, urging citizens to be alert against misinformation and to rely only on official channels for updates. Officials have also assured the public of ample auto and cooking fuel supplies, requesting people not to panic-book or panic-buy based on rumours.  The news reports and social media posts of an Iranian crude cargo being diverted from Vadinar, India to China due to “payment issues” is factually incorrect. India imports crude oil from 40+ countries, with companies having full flexibility to source oil from different sources…— Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG (@PetroleumMin) April 4, 2026 Last month, the government ramped up domestic crude supplies and diversified its petroleum imports in light of the war in the Middle East that has left the Strait of Hormuz largely blocked. The strait -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Ocean -- normally enables the passage of about 20 per cent of the world's oil and gas supplies. The war between US-backed Israel and Iran is in its second month and investors have pinned hopes on negotiations between Iran and the US. Experts say that disruptions could rise this month due to ​the prolonged closure of the ​Strait of Hormuz.Centre monitoring situation continously, consumer remains top priorityOfficials have said the government is constantly monitoring the situation and taking measures to ensure minimum impact on the consumer.The government has ensured adequate supplies for the consumer, prioritising deliveries to households and essential services.   Here are answers to a few frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the matter: What has the oil ministry said?It has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo diversion to China, calling them factually incorrect and baseless. Was there any payment issue with Iranian oil?No.Why did reports mention vessel diversion?Authorities said such claims misunderstand oil trade. How does India source its crude oil?India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries.Is India facing any crude shortage?No.Is there any fuel shortage risk?Officials have assured adequate availability of cooking and auto fuels across the length and breadth of the country.What should consumers do?Avoid panic-buyingRely on official updates

LPG Update: Claims on vessel diversion ignore how crude trade works, says oil ministry

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The central government has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo from Vadinar in Gujarats Dwarka district to China due to payment issues. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) wrote on microblogging site X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday to categorically say that these are rumours that are factually incorrect and based on misinformation. India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries, it noted, with refiners having flexibility to source based on commercial considerations.  It also wrote that Indian refiners have already secured crude supplies, including from Iran, amid Middle East supply disruptions. There are no payment-related hurdles for importing Iranian oil, as claimed in these reports, said the ministry.  Cargo destinations can change mid-voyage for operational and commercial reasons: MoPNG The ministrys statement followed reports suggested vessel diversion on account of payment issues. Claims on vessel diversion ignore how oil trade works, said the ministry, adding: Bills of Lading often carry indicative discharge ports destinations and on-sea cargoes can change destinations mid-voyage based on trade optimisation and operational flexibility. The ministry also reiterated that the countrys crude oil situation continues to be fully secured for the coming months. It also noted that an LPG vessel -- called Sea Bird -- berthed at Mangalore in Karnataka on April 2. The vessel -- carrying around 44 TMT Iranian LPG -- is currently discharging, according to the oil ministry.  The development comes at a time when various departments of the government have repeatedly allayed growing concerns about the LPG situation in the country, urging citizens to be alert against misinformation and to rely only on official channels for updates. Officials have also assured the public of ample auto and cooking fuel supplies, requesting people not to panic-book or panic-buy based on rumours.    The news reports and social media posts of an Iranian crude cargo being diverted from Vadinar, India to China due to “payment issues” is factually incorrect. India imports crude oil from 40+ countries, with companies having full flexibility to source oil from different sources… — Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG (@PetroleumMin) April 4, 2026   Last month, the government ramped up domestic crude supplies and diversified its petroleum imports in light of the war in the Middle East that has left the Strait of Hormuz largely blocked. The strait -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Ocean -- normally enables the passage of about 20 per cent of the worlds oil and gas supplies.  The war between US-backed Israel and Iran is in its second month and investors have pinned hopes on negotiations between Iran and the US. Experts say that disruptions could rise this month due to ​the prolonged closure of the ​Strait of Hormuz. Centre monitoring situation continously, consumer remains top priority Officials have said the government is constantly monitoring the situation and taking measures to ensure minimum impact on the consumer. The government has ensured adequate supplies for the consumer, prioritising deliveries to households and essential services.    Here are answers to a few frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the matter:  What has the oil ministry said? It has dismissed reports of an Iranian crude cargo diversion to China, calling them factually incorrect and baseless.  Was there any payment issue with Iranian oil? No. Why did reports mention vessel diversion? Authorities said such claims misunderstand oil trade.  How does India source its crude oil? India imports crude oil from more than 40 countries. Is India facing any crude shortage? No. Is there any fuel shortage risk? Officials have assured adequate availability of cooking and auto fuels across the length and breadth of the country. What should consumers do? Avoid panic-buying Rely on official updates