The Iran Culture House in Mumbai, the first cultural center of the Islamic Republic of Iran established outside the country, is among the oldest official institutions dedicated to teaching and promoting the Persian language worldwide. Founded in 1956, it has played a significant role for nearly seventy years in introducing the Persian language, literature, art, culture, and civilization throughout western and southern India, while serving as one of Iran's most important academic and cultural centers in the Indian subcontinent. Over the decades, the Iran Culture House has organized Persian-language courses, academic conferences, scholarly seminars, cultural exhibitions, commemorative programs dedicated to renowned Iranian poets and scholars, and collaborative initiatives with leading Indian universities.

The event, titled "Solidarity with Minab: Children Beyond Geopolitics," was organized by Qalamkar Parishad (Mumbai Chapter) under the coordination of Engineer Syed Zia Azmi. It brought together students, educators, cultural figures, and members of the Indian and Iranian communities to promote peace, compassion, and humanitarian values. A highlight of the program was an exhibition showcasing artwork created by children on the themes of peace, friendship, coexistence, and hope. Organizers said a total of 71 submissions were received, including 58 paintings and 13 letters and personal messages.

In a significant cultural exchange, H.E. Saeid Reza MosayebMotlagh, Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai, along with Mr. Mohammad Reza Fazel, Director of the Culture House of Iran, Mumbai, met Adnan Sami to convey gratitude on behalf of the Iranian people. The Iranian officials praised the composition for its profound emotional depth, artistic sensitivity, and respectful portrayal of shared humanitarian values. They described the tribute as a touching symbol of cultural respect and solidarity between the two nations.

India is home to one of the world's richest collections of Persian manuscripts, historical documents, and written heritage. For more than eight centuries, Persian served not only as the language of literature and culture but also as the official language of administration, governance, judiciary, commerce, diplomacy, and state affairs across large parts of the Indian subcontinent. Today, hundreds of thousands of royal decrees, endowment deeds, legal documents, administrative correspondence, inscriptions, seals, and historical coins preserved in India's libraries, museums, and archives are written in Persian, forming an integral part of the country's historical and civilizational legacy.

On 23 June 2026 (3 Tir 1405), Honorable Saeed Reza Mosaib-Motlaq, Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai, along with Mr. Mohammad Reza Fazel, Director of the Cultural House of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the city, visited the residence of Akbar Khan, the veteran artist, renowned filmmaker, and one of the distinguished figures of Indian cinema, and held a meeting and discussion with him.

A delegation of cultural and literary activists from India, led by Mirza Anwar Baig Rai Bareilvi, Director of the Department of Islamic Literature of India affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (Mumbai Region), visited the Cultural House of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai on Wednesday, 23 June 2026 (3 Tir 1405).

As the anniversary of the passing of the Founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imam Khomeini (RA), approached, and to commemorate the memory of the revered Imam and the martyrs of the imposed war, a special programme titled “In Memory of Imam Khomeini (RA)” was organized in Mumbai. Since this year the occasion coincided with Eid al-Ghadir, the programme was held a few days earlier on Sunday, 31 May 2026 (10 Khordad 1405) at the grand Qaiser Bagh Hall, Mumbai. The ceremony was attended by a large gathering of Islamic scholars, intellectuals, cultural and social personalities, students, youth, members of the Shia community, and followers of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS). The event was held in an atmosphere filled with spirituality, Islamic unity, and respect for religious and human values. In view of the large participation, necessary security and organizational arrangements were made in cooperation with local authorities.

The Mega Education Fair 2026, organized by the Anfaal Foundation, was held on 18 April 2026 (29 Farvardin 1405) at Qaiser Bagh Hall, Dongri, Mumbai, with the participation of students, parents, teachers, and cultural personalities. The event continued from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and received an overwhelming response from the public. At the beginning of the exhibition, a special memorial stall was arranged in honour of the student martyrs of Shajare Tayyeba School, Minab. At this stall, the name and photograph of each martyr were placed inside a small school bag and presented to students. Upon receiving the memorial, students pledged to remember the martyr and continue their educational journey with dedication and commitment.

graduation ceremony of the Bachelor’s Degree students of Persian Language and Literature at Ismail Yusuf College, Mumbai, was held on 2 April 2026 (13 Farvardin 1405) in the presence of faculty members, students, and enthusiasts of the Persian language. The ceremony was conducted in a warm and academic atmosphere, with speeches and expressions of appreciation from professors for the achievements of the graduating students. During this academic session, five students of Persian Language and Literature successfully completed their Bachelor’s degree. Distinguished faculty members of the department, including Mr. Ashfaq Mortazavi and Ms. Shabnoor, along with other professors, attended the ceremony. They congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to continue their academic journey.