Nation Pays Tribute: India Declares 3-Day State Mourning for Pope Francis
The Government of India has declared a three-day state mourning as a mark of respect following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025. The mourning will be observed across the country on April 22 and 23, with an additional day to coincide with the Pope’s funeral, the date of which will be intimated separately.
The national flag will be flown at half-mast throughout India on all buildings where the flag is regularly hoisted. There will be no official entertainment during the period of state mourning.
The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a statement announcing the state mourning, as a mark of respect to the departed dignitary.
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