India declares one-day mourning for former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani
The government said the flag will fly at half-mast nationwide and no official entertainment will be held as India honors Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
- On Monday, July 13, 2026, the Government of India declared a one-day national mourning to honor former Qatar Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at 74.
- Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, overseeing significant economic development before handing power to his son, His Highness Sheikh Tamim.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the late leader as a "visionary leader," and the National Flag will be flown at half-mast across India with no official entertainment.
- Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is expected to travel to Qatar shortly to convey condolences on behalf of the Government of India.
- While India observes one day of mourning, Qatar has announced four days of public mourning for the late Father Emir, reflecting strong bilateral ties.
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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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