India Declares 3-Day State Mourning for Pope Francis Who Passed Away at 88

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:48pm on 21 Apr 2025,Monday India

India will observe a three-day state mourning following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away at age 88 due to complications from double pneumonia, the Vatican confirmed. As a mark of respect, the national flag will fly at half-mast from April 22-23 and on the day of the Pope's funeral. Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, was known for his humility, compassion, and global influence during his 12-year papacy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute, recalling their meeting and the Pope’s message of peace and inclusion. Official entertainment is suspended during the mourning period.( PC: Getty)

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