Iran hosts major tourism roadshow in Hyderabad

HYDERABAD: The Islamic Republic of Iran hosted a major tourism roadshow in the city that was aimed at enhancing cultural and tourism ties between Iran and India, especially with Telangana.

The event was attended by high-ranking officials, including Iran’s deputy minister of tourism, cultural heritage, and handicrafts Shalbafiyan, state tourism and cultural minister Jupally Krishna Rao and Iran's consul general in Hyderabad, Maidee Shahrokhi.

In his address, Shalbafiyan emphasised on the centuries-old historical and cultural bonds shared between the two countries. He highlighted Iran’s new tourism policy, which focuses on accelerating cultural and tourism exchanges with India. The primary aim of the roadshow, he noted, was to promote a positive perception of Iran, attract international tourists, create new business opportunities and strengthen cultural connections between the two nations.

Maidee Shahrokhi said that fostering tourism exchanges would not only strengthen bilateral relations but also boost cultural exchanges between the two countries.

Krishna Rao described the roadshow as an excellent platform to deepen one’s understanding of Iran's rich cultural heritage and to strengthen tourism ties with India.

He highlighted Telangana’s efforts to improve tourist infrastructure, protect heritage sites and promote local arts and crafts. He said that the ongoing restoration of Qutb Shahi tombs stood testimony to the state government’s commitment to preserving Hyderabad’s rich cultural legacy.