'Will be remembered as beacon of compassion': PM Modi condoles Pope Francis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday mourned on the death of Pope Francis, describing the pontiff as a global symbol of "beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage". "I fondly recall my meetings with him and was greatly inspired by his commitment to inclusive and all-round development. His affection for the people of India will always be cherished. May his soul find eternal peace in God’s embrace," he said.

'Will be remembered as beacon of compassion': PM Modi condoles Pope Francis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday mourned on the death of Pope Francis, describing the pontiff as a global symbol of "beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage". "I fondly recall my meetings with him and was greatly inspired by his commitment to inclusive and all-round development. His affection for the people of India will always be cherished. May his soul find eternal peace in God’s embrace," he said.