'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.

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