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This study analyzes the evolution of Iran's diplomacy and its relations with India. With the help of recent diplomatic efforts, Iran has successfully improved its relations with West Asian countries from the state of isolation to integration. This research article examines Iran's diplomatic expansion in West Asian countries to resolve historical disputes, strengthen economic ties, improve regional security. Among the regional players, Iran stands out as a pivotal partner for India, offering opportunities in energy security, regional connectivity, and counterbalancing competing influences. This partnership supports India’s broader goals of expanding trade, promoting regional stability, and maintaining strategic autonomy in an increasingly multipolar world. The research paper stressed on energy security, connectivity projects like the Chabahar Port, counterterrorism, military cooperation and military diplomacy and analyze their role in New Delhi-Tehran partnership. The study examines various agreements, high-level engagements and multilateral interactions between two countries for analyzing the impact of Iran's regional rapprochement on India's foreign policy. It also assesses India's overall strategy for West Asia, looking at important governmental efforts, bilateral interactions, and the regional elements influencing its tactics.

Afghanistan and Central Asia, Energy Security, Extended Neighborhood, Geostrategic Pivot, India and Iran, Regional Stability