Thiruvananthapuram, May 2 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, while addressing a gathering in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram, paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday in Vatican City.

PM Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam seaport in Thiruvananthapuram and stated that a few days ago, the world lost Pope Francis. On behalf of India, President Droupadi Murmu attended the funeral ceremony.

"A few days ago, we all had a very sad time. We lost Pope Francis. On behalf of India, President Droupadi Murmu attended the funeral...from the land of Kerala, I once again express my condolences", PM Modi said.

Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa...