Gathering of Indians Living in Tehran: A Night of Indians at Kaj Square

The gathering of Indians living in Tehran and Iranian citizens in Kaj Square, located in the Saadat Abad district of Tehran, has become one of the most discussed topics across social media platforms, online news websites, and international political forums. According to reports and videos shared online from the evening of January 9, a large crowd of protesters and supporters gathered in Kaj Square to express solidarity, unity, and mutual sympathy during a tense political atmosphere in Iran.

The event quickly attracted attention because of the visible participation of members of the Indian community living in Tehran, alongside Iranian demonstrators. Videos circulating online also showed one protester reportedly holding a picture of Prince Reza Pahlavi, adding another political dimension to the gathering and increasing discussions across Persian media, Indian media, Middle Eastern news platforms, and global political analysis websites.

This article explores the significance of the gathering of Indians living in Tehran, the role of Kaj Square in Tehran protests, the relationship between Indians and Iranians, the impact of social media on political demonstrations in Iran, and the wider geopolitical implications of public gatherings involving expatriate communities in the Iranian capital.

May 26, 2026 | 10:35 pm