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Seven-day state mourning in India
Indian government announced seven-day state mourning as a mark of respect for former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who passed away today. In a circular, the Home Ministry also said national flag would be flown at half mast from today for seven days across India and a state funeral would be accorded to Vajpayee. "As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, it has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from August 16-22, both days inclusive.
