‘Powerful Expression Of Mutual Respect’: Iran Thanks India For Attending Khamenei's Funeral

Published 6 July 2026 · politics

‘Powerful Expression Of Mutual Respect’: Iran Thanks India For Attending Khamenei's Funeral Published By, Last Updated: July 06, 2026, 10:18 IST Minister of State for

‘Powerful Expression Of Mutual Respect’: Iran Thanks India For Attending Khamenei's Funeral Published By, Last Updated: July 06, 2026, 10:18 IST Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain represented India at the funeral ceremony held in Tehran last week. Rapid Read The delegation represented the Government of India at the mourning ceremony as Iran began formal funeral rites for Khamenei. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral: The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India has expressed gratitude to the Indian government, its official delegation, political figures, and citizens, following their participation in the state funeral of the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, describing the gesture as a “powerful expression of mutual respect" and a reflection of the deep historical and cultural ties between the two countries. In a long post on X, the Iranian Embassy thanked the official Indian delegation and all those who attended the ceremonies in Tehran to pay tribute to Khamenei. “The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Republic of India extends its heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to the friendly Government and people of India, especially the official delegation that attended on behalf of the Government and people of India, for participating in the funeral ceremonies and paying tribute to the martyred Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei," it said.

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Republic of India extends its heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to the friendly Government and people of India, especially the official delegation that attended on behalf of the Government and people of India, for… pic.twitter.com/Xv01SK2fjz— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) July 5, 2026 The embassy further said that the presence of Indian political leaders, Members of Parliament, scholars, intellectuals and representatives of different faiths at the ceremonies reflected the longstanding relationship between the two nations. “The esteemed presence of political leaders, Members of Parliament, eminent scholars, intellectuals, and leaders of India’s diverse faiths and religious communities at these solemn ceremonies reflected the deep historical, cultural, and human bonds between our two nations. It also stood as a powerful expression of mutual respect and sincere solidarity with the people of Iran during this time of national mourning," it said. The mission said the people of Iran would never forget India’s gesture of friendship and compassion, adding that it would serve as a foundation for further strengthening the longstanding ties between the two countries.