PM Narendra Modi speaks to Amir of Qatar, conveys condolences on passing of the Father Amir | India Information
2 min learnNew DelhiJul 17, 2026 03:16 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and conveyed his heartfelt condolences on the passing of the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Modi additionally mentioned the departed chief’s enduring legacy will proceed to information the 2 nations for additional strengthening the strategic partnership. Father Amir died on July 12 on the age of 74. After his dying, the Central authorities had declared one-day nationwide mourning on July 13 as a mark of respect, with the nationwide flag flown at half-mast all through the nation.
“Spoke with H.H. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar and conveyed heartfelt condolences on the passing of H.H. the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Recalled his deep affection for India, his heat in the direction of the Indian neighborhood in Qatar and his steadfast dedication to India-Qatar relations. His enduring legacy will proceed to information our two nations as we additional strengthen our Strategic Partnership,” Modi mentioned in a put up on X.
Recalling the Father Amir’s contributions because the chief architect of contemporary Qatar, “Prime Minister paid tribute to his visionary management, and recalled his pivotal position in strengthening India-Qatar relations through the years in addition to his deep affection for India and the Indian neighborhood in Qatar,” the PMO mentioned. It additionally mentioned the Amir of Qatar thanked the PM for his name and conveyed his appreciation for the phrases of assist on this troublesome hour.
