India declares one-day mourning for former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani
- India declared a one-day national mourning on July 13, 2026, to honor the late former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at the age of 74.
- The Indian government ordered the national flag to be flown at half-mast on the mourning day across all government buildings and canceled official entertainment programs.
- Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 and is credited with transforming the country through rapid economic development and expanding its global influence.
- Prime Minister Modi expressed deep sorrow at Sheikh Hamad's death, praising him as a visionary leader and recalling their meeting during the Emir's visit to India in February 2024.
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India mourns demise of Qatar's Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
NEW DELHI: India has announced one-day national mourning on July 13, in a show of respect for the demise of Father Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on the day of mourning throughout the country, adding that no official entertainment will be held on the day. “The Government of India has declared one-day national mourning tomorrow, July 13, 2…
India declares one-day mourning for former Qatar Emir Sheikh Hamad
India observed a day of national mourning for the former Emir of Qatar. The national flag flew at half-mast across the country on Monday. Prime Minister Modi recognised the deceased leader's significant developmental contributions. No official entertainment was scheduled for the day of mourning. A minister will visit Qatar soon to convey India's condolences.
India declares one-day national mourning on demise of former Qatar Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani - The Tribune
The Ministry of External Affairs stated that the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on the day of mourning throughout the country, adding that no official entertainment will be held on the day.
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