Iranian President Dr Hassan Rouhani today stressed the need for further expansion of India-Iran relations, especially in areas, such as technology and agriculture. <br/><br/>Addressing a gathering after offering Friday prayers at the historic Macca Masjid in Hyderabad this afternoon, he said Iran is ready to ease visa norms for India.<br/><br/>Stating that people of Iran love Indians, he said Tehran is ready to share its oil and natural gas reserves with India. <br/><br/>Speaking at a private programme on Friday evening with Iranian community living in Hyderabad and other cities, Dr Rouhani assured that efforts will be made to commence a direct flight between Hyderabad-Mashad, a holy city in Iran as it is a long time demand.<br/>Later, Dr Rouhani, who is on a three-day visit to India, left for New Delhi.

Iranian President Dr Hassan Rouhani today stressed the need for further expansion of India-Iran relations, especially in areas, such as technology and agriculture. <br/><br/>Addressing a gathering after offering Friday prayers at the historic Macca Masjid in Hyderabad this afternoon, he said Iran is ready to ease visa norms for India.<br/><br/>Stating that people of Iran love Indians, he said Tehran is ready to share its oil and natural gas reserves with India. <br/><br/>Dr Hassan Rouhani will have interact with Iranian community before leaving for Delhi this evening. Earlier, he visited Qutub Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad this morning.<br/>