The inauguration of the National Apple Festival in Shirvan County took place on Friday, October 9, 2026, with the presence of thousands of people and a number of national and provincial officials. This festival aims to introduce the agricultural capacities and capabilities of this county and to utilize the extensive production capabilities of apples to develop the sales market and attract investment in the agricultural sector.
Emphasis on Cooperation and Synergy
The Governor of Kerman stated at the ceremony that the National Apple Festival is an example of interaction, cooperation, and synergy to fulfill the demands of the people and emphasized the importance of such events in strengthening the regional economy. This festival provides an opportunity for farmers and apple producers to showcase their products and connect directly with buyers and investors.
Good News from the Environment and National Projects
In another news, the Director General of Environmental Protection in Tehran Province announced the capture of an image of a young male leopard in the Rudafshan area of Damavand. This leopard, previously spotted by local villagers, was identified through the efforts of environmental guards and a camera trap, and the name "Sultan" was chosen for it. This news reflects the richness of wildlife and the efforts made to preserve the environment.
The Minister of Communications and Information Technology also referred to a fundamental transformation in the postal industry and titled this year's slogan as "One Postal Network; Infinite Possibilities." He emphasized the development of smart infrastructure and increasing the resilience of the postal network against threats, which were presented as strategic priorities of the government to strengthen the digital economy.
Inauguration of New Projects in Khoy
During a one-day visit by Seyyed Reza Salehi Amiri, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, the shrine of Shams Tabrizi was inaugurated, and a statue of Shams Tabrizi was unveiled. Additionally, the groundbreaking of a 4-star hotel was also conducted during this visit, indicating attention to the development of tourism and related infrastructure.
The Director General of the Wastewater Operations Supervision Office of the National Water and Wastewater Engineering Company announced the readiness of water and wastewater companies in provinces facing above-normal rainfall and stated: "The status of wastewater networks and related facilities is continuously monitored to ensure that heavy rainfall has the least impact on services to citizens."
Attention to Villages and Education
The Deputy for Rural Affairs of the Municipalities and Rural Affairs Organization also referred to the allocation of 150 trillion rials to rural municipalities in the fourteenth government and mentioned that about 6,000 devices have been provided to strengthen the facilities and equipment for rural management.
The Minister of Education also announced plans to establish a vocational school in memory of the late Amir Mohammad Khaleqi and to implement sports infrastructure development projects in the city of Darmian located in South Khorasan Province. He emphasized the enhancement of educational and sports facilities in border areas and the utilization of the capacities of students in these regions.
Sports Achievements
The national deaf athletics team achieved the runner-up position in the Asian Deaf Athletics Championships by winning 12 medals, which demonstrates the capabilities and high potential of Iranian athletes in this field.
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