The Chhattisgarh government on Monday announced seven days of state mourning till September 6 as a mark of respect for former President Pranab Mukherjee who died in New Delhi.
During the period, the National Flag will fly at half-mast on all government buildings and where it is flown regularly. The government will not hold any entertainment or cultural programme.
The General Administration Department has issued the order to all wings of the government including District Collectors.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel paying glowing tributes said that in his long political career Mukherjee made an unparalleled contribution for the country's progress. His demise is a national loss which will never be filled.
Recalling his Chhattisgarh visit , Baghel said in 2007 as External Affairs Minister he inaugurated the new passport office. He visited the state for two days in 2012 to take part in the state foundation day event inaugural ceremony.
He dedicated the new Secretariat premises and new integrated terminal building of Swami Vivekananda Airport Raipur.