New Delhi, Oct. 19 -- Iraj Elahi, former Ambassador of Iran in Delhi, concluded his diplomatic mission in India, after which, in a heartfelt farewell note, he said that India and Iran were natural partners.

Elahi said that he was happy to note that during his tenure, Chabahar became operational, which was a key milestone.

"I firmly believe that the natural potentials, cultural affinities, and shared strategic independence of Iran and India make them natural partners. I am pleased that during this tenure, cooperation between our two nations in the strategic port of Chabahar became operational -- a gateway that will soon be connected to Iran's railway network, serving regional growth and the global economy," he said.

"As my diplomatic mi...