Pope Francis Passes Away, World Mourns His Loss

Pope Francis Passes Away, World Mourns His Loss

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Pope Francis, the first Latin American head of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away at 88. Known for his compassion, reforms, and efforts toward global peace, his demise triggered deep mourning worldwide, including India’s declaration of three-day state mourning.

Pope Francis Death

India Observes Three-Day Mourning

  • The Indian Government declared national mourning from April 22 to 24.
  • During this period, the National Flag will fly at half-mast and official entertainment will be suspended.
  • PM Narendra Modi expressed heartfelt condolences, calling Pope Francis a beacon of compassion and humanity.
  • Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge remembered him for his advocacy for peace, equality, and the marginalized.

Global Leaders Pay Tribute to the Pontiff

  • Leaders from Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Goa joined India in mourning.
  • Professor Muhammad Yunus called him a symbol of interfaith harmony and human dignity.
  • Pope Francis will be remembered for championing social justice, environmental stewardship, and global brotherhood.

Pope Francis: A Transformative Spiritual Leader

●      Pope Francis, born in 1936, was the first Latin American and Jesuit Pope.

●      He passed away at 88, following health complications including double pneumonia.

●      Despite his illness, he appeared at public Easter celebrations days before his passing.

●      Cardinal Kevin Farrell confirmed his death at 7:35 am Vatican time, calling it a profound loss.