National Flag will fly half-mast today

The Government of India today announced with profound sorrow the death of Selvi J. Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, yesterday at Chennai.

As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, the Centre has decided that the National Flag will fly half-mast in the capitals of all States/UTs, including Delhi and throughout the State of Tamil Nadu.

The Government has also decided to accord state funeral to the departed leader which will take place at 4.30 p.m today in Chennai.