India will send a high-level delegation to attend former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral ceremonies in Iran. Minister of State Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain will represent the country at the events scheduled from July 4 to July 9, according to reports.

New Delhi: The Indian government will send a high-level delegation to Iran to attend the funeral ceremonies of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, according to reports quoting government sources.

Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain will represent India at the funeral and related commemorative events, reported on Monday, quoting sources.

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