The national flags are flying at half mast at all government buildings including Red Fort and Rashtrapati Bhavan as the country observes one-day state mourning to pay respect to the death of UK’s Queen Elizabeth II who died on Thursday.
A statement released by the Home Ministry read, "As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, the Government of India has decided that there will be one day of State Mourning on September 11th throughout India."
India's national flag would be flown at half-mast on all structures where it is normally flown, according to the statement. The release states that there won't be any formal entertainment that day.
For those wishing to express their condolences to the late Queen, the British High Commission has opened a book of condolences at the High Commissioner's house in New Delhi. The national flag is seen flying at half-mast in photos taken at the Air Force Headquarters, Ministry of External Affairs, and National Museum.
People in India sent Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch, heartfelt condolences when she passed away at Scotland's Balmoral Castle. According to ANI, a woman from Kerala who was in the capital city expressed regret over the Queen's passing.
"We respect the Royal Family and our prayers are with the family in this difficult time. We congratulate and extend best wishes to the new King Charles III," she said, as quoted by ANI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Queen Elizabeth II as a "stalwart of our times", saying she "provided inspiring leadership to her nation and people" and "personified dignity and decency in public life".
According to Buckingham Palace, a period of royal mourning will be observed in Britain from now until seven days following the Queen's funeral, which will be placed on September 19. At royal residences, flags will fly at half-staff until the morning following the final day of royal mourning, or 0800 hours.
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