The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, met with the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on September 12, 2026. This marked President Pezeshkian's first visit to India. During the meeting, President Murmu expressed appreciation for Iran's support extended during India's BRICS presidency. The two leaders discussed the long-standing bonds of friendship between their countries, including strong cultural and people-to-people ties. President Murmu reiterated India's commitment to the pursuit of enduring peace in the region and emphasized resolving conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy.