India Seeks Alternative Routes as Strait of Hormuz Closure Disrupts West Asia Exports

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted maritime trade routes to major Gulf ports, affecting India's exports to West Asia. The government is exploring alternative logistics, including air cargo and ports like Fujairah, to maintain trade flow. Meanwhile, mango pulp exporters in Andhra Pradesh's Chittoor region face shipment delays and stranded consignments worth over ₹300 crore, with concerns over product quality and packaging imports. A joint government-industry group is monitoring the evolving situation to address logistical challenges.