Iran warns India on gas pipeline

Iran’s ambassador in India says Delhi must decide soon on a multi-billion dollar gas pipeline deal or else they will talk to other countries.

Iran’s ambassador in India Seyed Mehdi Nabizedeh said they were willing to offer India a limited time.

The pipeline will transport gas from Iran to India through Pakistan, and is seen as crucial to Indian energy needs.
Iran and Pakistan signed the deal in May this year. Reports say China is also interested in being a part of it.

Analysts say the pipeline could contribute to regional security as Iran, Pakistan and India would depend on each other more.

The deal has been stalled by disputes over transit fees and security issues.

“We went ahead with Pakistan and signed the agreement. But India can still be part of it. But I have told this before also that this time limit is not unlimited,” news agency Reuters quoted Mr Nabizedeh as saying.

BBC