Fattah was appointed energy minister in 2005 and approved by the Majlis with 194 votes in favor.[5] He was in office until 2009. He then became the executive director of Bonyad Taavon Sepah, which is the IRGC's cooperative foundation.[6] He was also named deputy commander of the IRGC's construction body, Khatam al-Anbiya Construction Headquarters.[7]
Activities
During his leadership of the Mostazafan Foundation, Parviz Fattah oversaw several infrastructure projects, notably the opening of Lot 2 of the Tehran–Shomal Freeway—a 15.5km section—in July 2023, which reduced the travel distance between Tehran and the northern regions.[8] He was also involved in the construction and operation of the Alborz Tunnel and other return routes within the same freeway section.[9]
In the fields of social welfare and housing, Fattah directed resources toward the National Housing Movement, including allocating land for housing projects.[10] He also announced plans to provide 14,000 houses to households with two disabled members through the foundation’s programs.[11]
In July 2019, Fattah was appointed head of the Execution of Imam Khomeini's Order (EIKO).[12]
During his tenure, Setad implemented housing and welfare programs, including contributions to the National Housing Movement and assistance for low-income households.[13] The organization also played a role in Iran’s COVID-19 response by funding medical supplies and supporting vaccination campaigns.[14]
Sanctions
The US Treasury Department put sanctions on Fattah in December 2010 due to his activities in the Bonyad Taavon Sepah that provides services to the IRGC.[6] He was also sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury in November 2020 for his connections to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.[6]
