With the passing away of Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of the Holy See, passed away on April 21, the Home Department has announced a State mourning as a mark of respect to the departed dignitary and, similar to the rest of the country.
The State mourning will be observed throughout Nagaland in the following manner:
1. Two days’ State mourning on Tuesday, the 22nd April, 2025 and Wednesday, the 23rd April, 2025.

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2. One Day’s State mourning on the day of the funeral (the date of the funeral will be intimated separately).
During the period of the State mourning, the National Flag shall be flown at Half Mast throughout Nagaland on all buildings where the National Flag is flown regularly. There will be no official entertainment during the State Mourning.