New Delhi, April 24 -- President Droupadi Murmu will travel to the Vatican City between April 26 and April 27 to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Thursday.

The President will also offer her condolences on behalf of the people and government of India, MEA said.

"President Droupadi Murmu will be visiting Vatican City on 25-26 April 2025 to attend the State Funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis and offer condolences on behalf of the Government and people of India," the ministry said in its statement.

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on April 26.

"On 25 April, President will pay homage to His Holiness Pope Francis by laying a wreath at Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City. On ...