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When Young Ali Khamenei, Before He Took On Ayatollah Role, Visited Karnataka

March 1, 2026

The town of Alipur in Karnataka has declared a three-day mourning period following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei due to US-Israel strikes. Residents, who have strong cultural ties to Iran, expressed their grief through protests, including wearing black and shutting down shops.

To protest against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s killing, Alipur residents carried out a march wearing black dresses on Sunday. (File Photo)

Credit: Indianexpress

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israel attacks.
Alipur, Karnataka, has a significant Shia population and is referred to as 'Mini Iran'.
Residents held a march in black attire to protest Khamenei's death.
The town has declared a three-day mourning period.
Khamenei visited Alipur in 1981-82 to inaugurate a hospital.

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When Young Ali Khamenei, Before He Took On Ayatollah Role, Visited Karnataka

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