Iran ready to help TS translate old Persian books, documents

Iranian envoy addresses members of FTCCI

Ambassador of Iran Ali Chegeni on Thursday mooted a programme in association with the Telangana government of translating old manuscripts in Persian available in the State. Stating “millions of [old] documents and books written in Persian” are available in Telangana, he sought to underscore the significance of reviving them and passing the knowledge to future generations. “We are ready to work with Telangana Archives in translating them,” the Ambassador said, adding that he has written a letter in this regard to Chief Minister K.Chandrasekhar Rao. Mr.Chegeni, who was addressing members of the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) here, said this listing areas offering potential for collaboration and strengthening ties between Iran and Telangana. Tourism, healthcare, trade and education were among the areas that can contribute to building ties. He stressed the need for direct flights between Hyderabad and Iran as well as businessmen aware of the available opportunities.