Prophet remark row: Iran raises concern with India, NSA Doval assures action
India Today
Iran raised concerns about the recent row about recent remarks against Prophet with India and NSA Doval assured action.
Iranian foreign minister Dr Hossein Amir Abdollahian has raised concerns about the recent controversial remarks about Prophet Muhammad by former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma.
According to a statement issued by the Iranian foreign ministry, “National Security Advisor of India, Ajit Doval, reaffirmed the Indian government and officials’ respect for the Prophet Muhammad, saying offenders will be dealt with, at the government and related levels, in such a way that others will learn a lesson.”
Abdollahian is on an official visit to India from June 8. It is his first India visit since assuming office in August 2021. He held bilateral talks with his counterpart, Dr Jaishankar. He also met NSA Doval and called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Abdollahian hailed the Indian people and government for their respect for the divine faiths, especially the Prophet Muhammad, and also for the religious tolerance, historical coexistence, and friendship among followers of various religions in the country.
“The Iranian foreign minister then called for serious attention to the sensitivities of Muslims regarding their religious sanctity. Amirabdollahian said Muslims are satisfied with the stance of Indian officials in dealing with the culprits,” the Iranian foreign ministry statement said.
The sides also discussed various proposals to enhance India-Iran ties, including in the field of transportation via the south-north corridor and particularly through using Chabahar Port, investment, trade, and education as well as research and development.
