Pope Francis will be remembered as beacon of compassion: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at 88, saying that the first Latin American pontiff will be remembered as a “beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage”.
The Prime Minister recalled his meetings with Pope Francis and the religious leader’s affection for the people of India, and said he was inspired by the commitment of the head of the worldwide Catholic Church to inclusive and all-round development. Modi and the late pope last met on the margins of the G7 Summit in Italy last year.
“Deeply pained by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. In this hour of grief and remembrance, my heartfelt condolences to the global Catholic community,” Modi said in a post on X.
“Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage by millions across the world. From a young age, he devoted himself towards realising the ideals of Lord Christ. He diligently served the poor and downtrodden,” he said.
Modi said that Pope Francis ignited a spirit of hope for those who were suffering. “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.