New Delhi, Sept. 9 -- Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and Chair of the Aga Khan Development Network, arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday on his maiden visit to the country since his accession as the 50th Imam of the Ismaili community.

He was welcomed by the Indian delegation on his arrival, following an invitation extended by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the week-long visit provides an important occasion to review ongoing cooperation between India and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in key sectors, particularly social development and heritage preservation.

The talks will also explore expanding joint efforts in vario...