India, July 12 -- The Government of India declared a one-day national mourning on July 13 following the death of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar. The national flag will fly at half-mast across the country, and there will be no official entertainment on the day, said a government press release.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Ex-Emir of Qatar, describing him as a visionary leader who guided Qatar to remarkable development and prosperity and remained a true friend of India.

Meanwhile, Parliamentary affairs and minority affairs minister Kiren Rijiju is expected to visit Qatar shortly to convey condolences on behalf of the Government of India, according to the release.

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