New Delhi - India is increasingly rerouting agricultural exports through Oman as escalating conflict in West Asia disrupts traditional shipping lanes and raises security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. Exporters are now relying on Omani ports such as Sohar and Salalah, along with overland GCC transport networks, to maintain the flow of essential goods including rice, meat, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables.

The shift comes as India’s exports to the region fell more than 28% year-on-year in April 2026 due to instability and rising logistics risks. Oman’s strategic location outside the Strait of . . .