The relationship of Pope Francis and India reflected aspirations and obstacles. Despite his strong desire he was never able to visit the country. Nevertheless, he made a significant gesture towards the Indian Catholic community by recently named the Indian priest serving in the Vatican as a Cardinal, the moment of pride for many.
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Francis, the first non -European Pope in nearly 1300 years, died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Double pneumonia was diagnosed before his death.
Among the six Indian cardinals eligible votes in the upcoming conclave are four important figures. These include Filipe Neri Ferrao, Archbishop Goa and Daman; Baselios Cleemis, the main archbishop of the Catholic Church of Syro-Malankage in Kerala; George Kovakkad, former head of the Journeys office in the state secretariat of the Vatican; and Anthony Poola, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Hyderabad and the first Dalit Christian, who was appointed Archbishop.
Pope Francis, the first non -European Pope in nearly 1300 years, died in Easter Monday at the age of 88.
After the death of the Pope, the Vatican enters into the nine -day sadness known as Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will begin for the choice of another Pope. After sadness, the cardinals will be called to the Conclave to choose another Christ of Vicar.
According to the Vatican statement, the Pope died at Easter on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the age of 88 in his residence in Casa Santa Marta.
After the death of the Pope, the Vatican enters into the nine -day sadness known as Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will begin for the choice of another Pope. After sadness, the cardinals will be called to the Conclave to choose another Christ of Vicar.
(With the entry from agencies)
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