President Droupadi Murmu Pays Homage to Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica

Rome, 25 April 2025 — President Droupadi Murmu paid homage to His Holiness Pope Francis at the historic St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. She was accompanied by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Minister of State George Kurian during the solemn visit to offer their respects.

In a powerful image from the Vatican, President Murmu is seen paying her respects alongside prominent Indian Church leaders, including Cardinal Oswald Gracias, Cardinal Jacob Koovakad, and Archbishop Varghese Chakkalakal of Calicut. Their presence reflected the unity of the Indian Church and state in honouring the late Pontiff, whose global legacy of peace, compassion, and interfaith dialogue touched countless lives.

The President’s visit underscored India’s recognition of Pope Francis’s moral leadership and his enduring message of unity and fraternity among nations.

By Catholic Connect Reporter