India Condemns Unprovoked Attack on Gujarat-Bound Thai Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz
March 11, 2026
New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India today, strongly condemned the attack on the Thai-flagged bulk carrier Mayuree Naree, which was en route to Kandla port in Gujarat, describing the targeting of commercial shipping as deplorable amid the escalating conflict in West Asia.
In an official statement released on Wednesday evening, the MEA took note of reports confirming the incident in the Strait of Hormuz earlier that day. The vessel, operated by Bangkok-based Precious Shipping, was struck by projectiles—reportedly from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)—while transiting the strategic waterway approximately 11 nautical miles north of Oman. The attack caused a fire in the engine room, forcing the crew to abandon ship. While 20 crew members were safely rescued by the Omani navy and brought ashore in Khasab, three remain missing, with search operations ongoing.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared the statement on X (formerly Twitter), captioning it: “Statement regarding ship bound for Kandla, India.”
The full MEA statement read:
“We have seen reports about the attack on a Thai ship, Mayuree Naree, in the Straits of Hormuz on 11 March. The ship was bound for Kandla in Gujarat, India. India deplores the fact that commercial shipping is being made a target of military attacks in the ongoing conflict in West Asia. India reiterates that targeting commercial shipping and endangering innocent civilian crew members, or otherwise impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, should be avoided.”
The ministry highlighted the broader human cost, noting that precious lives—including those of Indian citizens—have already been lost in previous similar incidents during the conflict. It emphasized that the intensity and lethality of such attacks appear to be increasing, underscoring the unacceptable nature of endangering civilian mariners.
The attack on the Mayuree Naree comes as tensions in the region remain high, with the Strait of Hormuz—a critical chokepoint for global oil and trade—becoming a flashpoint. The vessel had departed from Khalifa Port in the UAE and was carrying cargo destined for India’s western coast when it came under fire.India’s response aligns with its consistent position calling for de-escalation, respect for international maritime law, and the protection of freedom of navigation.
Officials have urged all parties to refrain from actions that threaten civilian vessels and global commerce. As rescue efforts continue for the missing crew members, maritime security agencies are monitoring the situation closely. The incident has raised fresh concerns over the safety of shipping routes in the Gulf amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.For the latest updates, refer to official MEA channels and maritime advisories from bodies like the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
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