'Do you hire Indians?' Iran Embassy’s cute reply wins hearts, netizens 'genuinely in love'

The Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai has caught everyone’s attention online after a warm and friendly exchange on social media revealed its “soft spot” for India.

What started as a simple job-related question quickly turned into a wholesome moment that many users found refreshing.

Iran Embassy Hiring Indians? Here’s What Happened

It all began when an X (formerly Twitter) user asked the consulate: “Hi, do you guys hire Indians on your media team?”


The embassy responded honestly and politely, saying there are currently no vacancies. However, it added a thoughtful note: “We’d genuinely love to, but at the moment there are no vacancies. Our current team is all Iranian (with a soft spot for #India), though bringing our Indian friends onboard someday is a pretty great idea.”

That one line about a “soft spot” for India quickly won hearts online.

Social Media Reactions: ‘Sweet’, ‘Cute’ and ‘Positive’

The response sparked a wave of positive reactions from users.

• One person suggested: “Start a waiting list?”
• Another enthusiastically shared their qualifications, saying they would love to work with the embassy
• Others simply enjoyed the tone, calling it “cute”, “sweet” and “a pleasure to read”

In a space often filled with heated debates, this light-hearted and friendly interaction stood out for all the right reasons.

Iran Consulate Mumbai History: A Long-Standing Connection

Beyond the viral moment, the Iranian presence in Mumbai has a deep historical background.

According to official records, the first permanent Iranian consulate in India was established in 1848 in Bombay (now Mumbai). This was around the same time Iran set up diplomatic missions in major global cities such as London, Istanbul and Saint Petersburg.

Key Figures in Iran-India Diplomatic History

Several prominent individuals have played a role in strengthening ties between Iran and India.

• Mirza Hossein Khan was the first envoy sent to India and later became Iran’s Foreign Minister during the Qajar dynasty
• Mohammad Mirza Kashif al-Saltaneh, known as the “father of Iranian tea”, brought tea seeds and cultivation techniques from India to Iran

Today, Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh serves as the Consul General in Mumbai, having previously worked in Ankara, London and Milan.

Iran Culture House Mumbai: Cultural Ties Go Back Decades

The relationship is not just diplomatic, it’s cultural too.

The Iran Culture House Mumbai was established in 1956, becoming Iran’s first cultural centre abroad. It has played a key role in promoting cultural exchange between the two countries.

While it may have been a simple reply on social media, the Iran consulate’s message struck a chord. It highlighted not just openness to collaboration, but also a genuine warmth towards India.

Sometimes, it’s these small, human moments that say the most.