On July 25, thousands of people from across the country gathered in Lai Da village, Dong Hoi commune, Dong Anh district, Hanoi, the hometown of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, to pay their respects.
The queue stretched for kilometers as mourners patiently waited for their turn to enter and offer incense in memory of the late General Secretary.
As the nation observed the first day of mourning on July 25 for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, a massive crowd gathered in Lai Da village, Dong Hoi commune, Dong Anh district, Hanoi. Photo: Quang Phong
From early morning, a steady stream of people arrived in Lai Da village, determined to pay their respects. Photo: Quang PhongBy 10 a.m., the line had grown significantly, with over 500 groups and more than 14,000 people registered to visit. Colonel Lai Duc Manh from the Dong Anh District Military Command reported that they had prepared meticulously to ensure that everyone who came to pay their respects could do so. Photo: Quang PhongDespite the intense sun, many people remained in line, undeterred in their commitment to honor General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. Photo: Quang PhongHundreds of youth from the Hanoi Youth Union were present to guide and provide water and light refreshments to the mourners. Photo: Quang PhongThe scene outside the Lai Da Cultural House, where the memorial service was being held, was both somber and moving. Photo: Hoang Hiep By early afternoon, the number of visitors had surged, with people continuing to arrive in droves. Photo: Hoang HiepPhoto: Quang PhongFamily members of the General Secretary in Lai Da village prepare to pay respects and offer incense at the funeral venue. Photo: Quang Phong
Many forces participated in supporting delegations as they paid respects to the General Secretary at the Lai Da village cultural center. Photo: Hoang Hiep
Around 2pm, despite the rain in Hanoi, people continued to line up to pay their respects. Photo: Hoang Hiep
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