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Mehbooba, J&K politicians fly to Iran for Khamenei funeral Mehbooba Mufti, the sole non-Shia politician from J&K and Ladakh, flew to Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, an event arranged with a special aircraft due to suspended commercial flights. Several other prominent figures from the region were also invited. The invitation highlighted the deep historical and strategic ties between Iran and India, underscoring the significance of the attendees' presence.

Iran invites Congress president Kharge, former EAM Salman Khurshid, Pawan Khera for Khamenei funeral The Indian delegation will be among a large group of foreign dignitaries that have been invited by Tehran for the burial-related events, which will start from July 3 and will continue till July 9

'Will never forget this gesture of friendship': Iran thanks India for attending Khamenei's funeral Iran's Embassy in India expressed deep gratitude to New Delhi for its participation in the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The presence of an official delegation, political leaders, and citizens was hailed as a reflection of strong historical, cultural, and human bonds. This gesture of solidarity during Iran's national mourning has been deeply appreciated and will not be forgotten by the Iranian people.

Who All From India Are Attending Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Funeral? Updated 3 July 2026 at 10:24 IST Iran has invited Indian political leaders from various parties to attend former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's state funeral, scheduled from July 4 to July 9, concluding with his burial in Mashhad. Political leaders from multiple parties, including Congress and BJP, have been invited, reflecting India-Iran ties. Melvin Narayan India News 3 min read Follow : Who All From India is Attending Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Funeral? Bjp, Congress Leaders on Delegation | Image: AP New Delhi: Iran has invited political leaders from across the spectrum in India to attend the state funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with representatives from the BJP, Congress and other parties set to travel to Tehran for the multi-day ceremonies. The funeral ceremonies will be held from July 4 to July 9, beginning in Tehran and concluding with Khamenei's burial in Mashhad. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had earlier extended a formal invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but the Prime Minister is unlikely to attend due to prior overseas commitments. The Governme…

India news: Indian delegation leaves for Khamenei's funeral A team of Indian delegates has left for Iran to attend the state funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali ​Khamenei. Follow DW for more.

Bihar Guv. Hasnain and MoS Margherita attend Ali Khamenei's funeral ceremony in Tehran Former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid is representing the Congress party at the funeral ceremony

Indian Dignitaries Pay Tribute to Late Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei ... High-profile Indian political leaders, including PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid, paid tribute to Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei ahead of the formal state funeral ceremonies in Tehran. The Iranian Embassy in India shared the update on X, saying the dignitaries had paid their respects to the late leader before the commencement of the official funeral proceedings, with the delegation expected to participate in the high-profile state ceremonies. The image shared by the Embassy of Iran in India on X featured People's Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti and Salman Khurshid, who heads the Congress party's foreign affairs department, along with other delegates preparing to travel for the high-profile state proceedings. Breaking It Down Why is Mojtaba Khamenei not attending his father's funeral? What is the significance of the Indian delegation's attendance? What arrangements were made for Khamenei's funeral ceremonies? Created with AI. Mufti flew from New Delhi to Tehran on Thursday evening to attend the funeral ceremonies of Khamenei, sched…

Bihar Governor Hasnain and Minister of State Margherita likely to represent India at Khamenei’s funeral Commentators described the funeral in Tehran as a “big opportunity” for India to restructure its West Asia policy; they said that the choice of the delegation indicated that India had not recognised the importance of the event.

'Iran will never forget': Tehran's gratitude to India for attending ... Iran expressed gratitude to India on Monday for participating in the funeral of its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in strikes by the United States that triggered the West Asia war. The Iranian Embassy in India penned a thank you note for India for the gesture and said that it stood as a ‘powerful expression of mutual respect and sincere solidarity’. Also read:‘Ideals can't be killed’: Iran hits back at Trump over ‘one shot’ remark amid Khamenei's funeral AnIndian delegationincluding Congress leader and former foreign minister Salman Khurshid, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, Minister of state (MoS) for external affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lieutenant General (Retired) Syed Ata Hasnain represented India at Khamenei's funeral last week in Tehran. “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 ceremonie…

India to send minister, governor to Ali Khamenei funeral <p>NEW DELHI, July 2 (Reuters) - India said on Thursday that its deputy foreign minister and a state governor would represent the country at the state funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.</p><p>Governor of Bihar, Syed Ata Hasnain, and deputy foreign minister Pabitra Margherita will visit Iran on July 03, the Indian foreign ministry said in a statement.</p>

Indian Dignitaries Pay Tribute to Late Iran Leader Ayatollah Khamenei High-profile Indian dignitaries have paid tribute to the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, ahead of the formal state funeral ceremonies in Tehran. The update was shared by the Embassy of Iran in India in a post on X, which stated, "Indian Dignitaries Pay Tribute to the Martyred Leader of Iran, His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei." The image shared by the Embassy of Iran in India on X featured People's Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti and Salman Khurshid, who heads the Congress party's foreign affairs department, along with other delegates preparing to travel for the high-profile state proceedings. https://x.com/Iran_in_India/status/2072907602636521848?s=20 Mufti flew from New Delhi to Tehran on Thursday evening to attend the funeral ceremonies of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, scheduled from July 4, becoming the only non-Shia politician from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh to be invited by Iran. Following the initial departure of these prominent political figures, the official government delegation also set out from the national capital. Minister of State (MoS) for External …

World Leaders, millions of mourners gather in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali ... In a powerful display of grief and solidarity, world leaders, Iranian officials, and millions of mourners gathered in Tehran on Friday for the funeral of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28. India was represented by Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain. The two dignitaries paid their respects on behalf of the Government and people of India at the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla. Sharing a moment from the solemn occasion, MoS Margherita posted on X, "Hon'ble @GovernorBihar and I represented India at the funeral ceremony for Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, former Supreme Leader of Iran, in  Tehran. Conveyed our respects on behalf of the Government and the people of India." The Bihar Governor also extended India's deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the recent conflict. Also Read:Who is attending Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral from India? Mehbooba Mufti, Salman Khurshid join list of attendees Iran’s top leadership g…

Iran invites Kharge, Khurshid, Khera to Khamenei's burial ceremony Tehran had also invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Khamenei's funeral. However, New Delhi chose Bihar governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd) and minister of state for external affairs Pabitra Margherita to represent India at the multi-day funeral, which is set to begin on July 4.

BREAKING: India to send deputy foreign minister and Bihar governor to represent country at Ali Khamenei's funeral in Tehran The high-level delegation will attend the July 4-9 funeral, highlighting "civilizational ties" between the two nations. #IndiaIran #Khamenei www.the-news24.com/2026/07/indi...

Iran invites Congress leaders Kharge Salman Khurshid for Khamenei ... Iran has invited Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid for the state funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli strike on the first day of the war in February. Tehran has also invited Narendra Modi for the funeral next week, but thePrime Minister is likely to skip the ceremonyand send a high-level delegation. Sources said Kharge was yet to take a decision on attending the ceremony. It is also possible that a delegation led by a senior Congress leader might be sent for the funeral, which will begin in Tehran on July 4. Ayatollah Khamenei, the longest-serving Supreme Leader of Iran, will be cremated in his home town of Mashhad on July 9. While his burial was initially scheduled to be held in March, it was postponed in view of the war. An interim peace framework was reached between the US and Iran last month, but the situation has remained fragile. Meanwhile, Mehbooba Mufti, the chief of Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party, has also received an official invitation to attend the funeral of the late Supre…