India has extended humanitarian support to Iran during its conflict with the United States and Israel. Therefore India delivered the first batch of medical assistance to Iran.
Moreover authorities handed this aid to the Iranian Red Crescent Society. Additionally the Iranian embassy confirmed receiving medicines and medical equipment from India.
Consequently Iran expressed deep gratitude toward the compassionate people of India for this assistance.
Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India says, “The first shipment of medical aid from the esteemed people of India has been delivered to the Iranian Red Crescent Society. We sincerely thank the kind people of India.”
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— ANI (@ANI) March 18, 2026
Iranian Ambassador Praises India–Iran Friendship
Meanwhile Iran’s ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali spoke about the importance of relations between Delhi and Tehran. Moreover he described India as a friendly nation.
Additionally he said both countries share similar interests. Therefore each side should protect mutual priorities.
Furthermore he said India previously helped Iran regarding ships after accepting Tehran’s request. However several other countries refused cooperation.
Moreover he warned that Iran will respond firmly to those nations. Additionally he said the world will soon hear more developments regarding this issue.
He added that Iran never ignores actions against its interests.
Indian Citizens Also Offer Support
Meanwhile many Indian citizens also offered humanitarian help for affected people in Iran. Therefore several individuals contacted the Iranian embassy requesting to send assistance.
Consequently the embassy earlier issued a bank account in New Delhi for humanitarian donations.
Technical Issues Affect Online Transfers
However technical issues later disrupted online fund transfers. Therefore the embassy informed supporters about these problems through a post on March 15.
Moreover the post explained that people faced difficulties transferring funds to the embassy account.
Embassy Requests Alternative Donation Method
Meanwhile the Iranian embassy thanked all Indians who offered support. Additionally officials assured that authorities will soon resolve the technical problem.
However the embassy requested people not to use GPay because payments fail through that service.
Therefore interested donors may visit the embassy directly to deposit cash assistance.
