India, March 14 -- The government of India on Saturday said it is working with multiple countries to secure safe passage for the Indian-flagged vessels still stranded in the west of the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran recently allowed two Indian ships carrying LPG - Shivalik and Nanda Devi - to move through the war-hit waterway, in a rare move.

Speaking at a press conference, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi has remained in constant touch with key stakeholders in the region to protect India's interests.

"Several of our ships remain in standby in the Gulf region. We propose to continue to remain in touch and coordinate with all concerned countries to ensure a safe and unimpeded transit for them in an eff...