On Sunday, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, the representative of Iran's Supreme Leader, visited the Sufi shrine of Hazrat Syed Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangir Semnani in Kichhauchha, Ambedkarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. During his visit, Ilahi expressed the significance of the ancient ties between India and Iran, stating that their relationship spans over 5,000 years. He prayed for the destruction of enemies to both nations, highlighting India's role as a center of peace and brotherhood. Hazrat Syed Makhdoom Ashraf, a prominent 14th-century Sufi saint from Iran, established a spiritual center in India, promoting values of love and tolerance. Ilahi's visit included offering a ‘chaadar’ at the Dargah and meeting with the shrine's chief caretaker, Syed Mohiuddin Ashraf. He underscored the importance of Sufi traditions in fostering unity and humanity across societies, reinforcing the cultural and historical connections between India and Iran.