Vatican City, May 18 -- Deputy Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, Harivansh attended the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV at Saint Peter's Square in Vatican City on Sunday.

Harivansh extended best wishes on behalf of the people of India, as per a statement by the Office of Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha said.

Leo XIV, the first ever American Pope, condemned the exploitation of the poor and called for unity in the church during his inaugural Mass in St. Peter's Square, an event attended by world leaders, royalty and thousands of believers, as per CNN.

The 267th pontiff arrived at the Vatican on the popemobile and was welcomed by cheers from the huge crowds as he toured St. Peter's Square in the specially designed motor vehicle for the first ti...