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India Sends 2nd Medical Aid Shipment to Iran, Envoy Hails Compassion

India has dispatched a second consignment of medical supplies to Iran's Red Crescent Society, funded by voluntary contributions from the Indian public. Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fathali expressed deep gratitude, stating the aid reflects India's solidarity and that its people are reliable partners in difficult times. The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has subsequently deactivated the bank accounts it had set up to receive public donations, thanking people for their "commendable" support. This exchange underscores the growing humanitarian cooperation between the two nations amid ongoing regional challenges.

Key Points: India Sends Second Medical Aid Shipment to Iran

  • Second medical aid shipment sent
  • Funded by voluntary public donations
  • Embassy deactivates donation accounts
  • Highlights deepening humanitarian ties
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"People of India demonstrated that they are reliable, compassionate partners": Iranian envoy Fathali on India sending 2nd shipment to medical aid

Iran's ambassador thanks India for reliable partnership as second consignment of medical supplies, funded by public donations, is dispatched.

"The people of India demonstrated that they are reliable and compassionate partners - Mohammad Fathali"

New Delhi, April 11

The second consignment of medical supplies donated by the people of India has been dispatched on Saturday to the Red Crescent Society of the Iran, reaffirming growing humanitarian cooperation between the two nations during the ongoing conflict.

According to Iranian ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, the aid shipment was facilitated by the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi using " voluntary contributions of the people of India to purchase medicine." The initiative according to him reflected India's," sympathy and solidarity with the people and the government of Islamic Republic of Iran in these difficult times."

Fathali, expressed deep appreciation for the gesture, highlighting the compassion shown by Indians in times of crisis.

He said," I consider it my duty to sincere gratitude to the people and the government of India for their sympathy and solidarity with the people and the government of Islamic Republic of Iran in these difficult times."

He added that the embassy utilized voluntary contributions to procure medicines. "The embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Delhi had utilized from the voluntary contributions of the people of India to purchase medicine and you can see the part of this efforts. And I want to say that the people of India demonstrated that they are reliable and compassionate partners in the difficult times and the times of hardship," the ambassador noted.

Fathali also thanked the Government of India for facilitating "all the necessary arrangements"

Earlier on Friday, the Iranian Embassy in India deactivated the accounts previously designated for receiving monetary contributions in appreciation of the "commendable" support and solidarity of the Indian citizens.

The Embassy further requested to refrain from transferring any funds to the accounts or to any other accounts presented as belonging to it.

In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India said, " In appreciation of the commendable support and solidarity of the noble people of India, it is hereby informed that the Embassy accounts previously designated for receiving monetary contributions have now been deactivated."

It added, "Accordingly, you are kindly requested to refrain from transferring any funds to these accounts or to any other accounts presented as belonging to the Embassy."

Earlier, the Iranian Embassy in India on March 22 thanked the "kindness" and "humanity" of Indians for donating money and jewellery to rebuild Iran.

The Embassy said they will remember India's kindness forever.

"We will never forget your kindness and humanity. Thank you, India," the embassy said.

"With hearts full of gratitude, we sincerely thank the kind people of Kashmir for standing with the people of Iran through their humanitarian support and heartfelt solidarity; this kindness will never be forgotten. Thank you, India," it further said.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good gesture, but I hope our own healthcare system gets similar attention and funding. We have many hospitals in rural areas that lack basic medicines. Charity begins at home, no?
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Arjun K
The fact that they deactivated the donation accounts shows integrity on both sides. It was a targeted humanitarian effort, not an open-ended fund collection. Well managed.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, it's heartwarming to see such positive diplomacy. In a world full of conflict, these acts of kindness build crucial bridges between nations.
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Vikram M
This is our culture. We help without expecting anything in return. The ambassador's words are respectful, and it strengthens a historic relationship. More power to such cooperation.
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Kavya N
I'm glad the aid was in the form of medical supplies procured directly. It ensures transparency and that the help reaches those who actually need it. Smart move.

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