India Declares Three-Day State Mourning to Honour Pope Francis After His Passing at 88
In a solemn tribute to a towering global spiritual figure, the Government of India has announced a three-day state mourning following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88.
Pope Francis, the first non-European to lead the Catholic Church in nearly 1,300 years, was deeply respected across the world for his humility, compassion, and reformist vision. His passing marks the end of a historic papacy that resonated far beyond religious boundaries.
The Ministry of Home Affairs released an official statement on Monday: “His Holiness Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of the Holy See, passed away on April 21. As a mark of respect, three-day state mourning shall be observed throughout India.”
According to the statement, the mourning will take place over three days: April 22 (Tuesday), April 23 (Wednesday), and one additional day to coincide with the Pope’s funeral.
During this period, the national flag will be flown at half-mast on all buildings where it is regularly displayed. Additionally, all forms of official entertainment will be suspended as a mark of respect.
India joins the global community in mourning the loss of a spiritual leader whose voice for peace, justice, and the poor touched millions around the world.
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