Iranian envoy greets people on Diwali, reminds them of India-Iran ties

At this time in India, there is a glow of the festival of Diwali everywhere. Meanwhile, Iran has extended heartfelt greetings to India and the people of India on Diwali. The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to India, His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Fatehali, issued a video message and wished the people of the country a happy Diwali.

The Iranian Embassy released a video message on the social media platform X on Saturday (November 7, 2026). Mohammad Fathali said in the video message, ' Diwali is a festival of light over darkness and the victory of good over evil. This beautiful message is deeply ingrained in the Asian traditions of both India and Iran."

Iran." – Dr. Fatehali

Dr. Mohammad Fathali said, ' A similar episode is found in Iranian mythology, when Faridoon defeated the tyrant Hutch and put an end to injustice and darkness. The Holy Quran also reminds us that Allah is the protector of the believers and leads them out of darkness to the light."  

H.E. Dr. Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to India, Extends Diwali Greetings to the Government and People of India. #Diwali #Diwali2026 https://t.co/2mySOhSzAu

— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) November 7, 2026

He said, ' The people of Iran have always stood up against oppression and darkness. Over the years, Iran has demonstrated remarkable resilience even in the face of nuclear powers, on the strength of faith in God, leadership and the strength of its armed forces."

Congratulatory message from Iran to the Government and people of India

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