India looking forward to enhancing ties with Iran: Prez

President Pranab Mukherjee today greeted Iran on the eve of the 37th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, saying India looks forward to enhancing bilateral relationship with the "friendly" people in diverse areas of shared interest.
"Relations between India and Iran are built on our civilisational and cultural ties that span centuries. We consider Iran a close friend and look forward to enhancing our relationship into a more collaborative partnership across diverse areas of our shared interest," he said in a message to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
"I am happy to note that our bilateral ties have strengthened considerably during your leadership of your great country. India believes that a fruitful engagement between our two nations will be beneficial for the stability and prosperity of the entire region," Mukherjee said

He extended greetings to "friendly people" and government of that country on the eve of the 37th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Iran.
Iran is fifth major supplier of crude oil to India.