Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed condolence at the passing away of the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The Emir had ruled the oil-rich country for three years and breathed his last on Saturday.
“Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate demise of His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. We convey our deepest condolences to the Royal family, the leadership and the people of Kuwait,” said the Prime Minister in a message. Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad Al-Sabah was declared the new Emir of Kuwait.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has declared a day of national mourning on Sunday.
A notification has announced that no official entertainment will be held on Sunday in any part of India and that the national flag will be flown at half mast on all government buildings where the tricolour is flown usually, as a mark of respect for the departed leader.
