The ‘king’ of the Vatican and Pope Francis, the world’s largest religious leader, died on April 21 at the age of 88. India has declared a 3 -day political mourning in his honor. An official notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said, “Supreme religious leader Pope Francis died on Monday, April 21, 2025. Three days of political mourning will be celebrated in India in his honor. On 22 and 23 April, there will be mourning day across the country and national mourning has also been declared on the day of Pope’s funeral.
What will happen during national mourning?
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, the first phase of national mourning will be a two -day, which will remain in force on Tuesday, April 22 and Wednesday, 23 April. The third day of mourning will begin on the day of Pope Francis’ funeral. During this period, the national flag will be half bent on all the buildings across India, where the national flag is regularly hoisted. In addition, no official entertainment programs will also be organized during this period.
Prime Minister Modi expressed grief
The news of the demise of Pope Francis causes an atmosphere of mourning around the country and the world. He was considered a symbol of social justice, compassion and humility. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the demise of Pope Francis and remembered him as a “symbol of compassion and spiritual courage”. He wrote in the post, “Pope Francis’s love for the people of India will always be remembered.” It was very sad to hear the news of the death of Param Goomon Pope Francis. My heartfelt condolences to the global Catholic community in this hour of grief and remembrance.
Pope Francis will always remember millions of people around the world as a symbol of compassion, humility and spiritual courage.
Pope Francis will always remember millions of people around the world as a symbol of compassion, humility and spiritual courage. From a young age, he dedicated himself to realize the ideals of Lord Jesus Christ. He served the poor and Dalits with great dedication. He raised a feeling of hope for the victims.
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