The BJP government in Madhya Pradesh has declared a two-day state mourning on the demise of Pope Francis. According to state government officials, the mourning would be observed on 22 and 23 April. Besides, a day-long state mourning would be observed when the Pope is laid to rest.

During the mourning period, the national flag would fly at half-mast wherever it is hoisted across the state. There would be no official celebrations in the state either.

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Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 at Vatican City at around 7.35 am on 21 April.