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Pope John Paul II expedited this process. About one and a half thousand underprivileged and poor people who are being cared for by the Italian branch of the Missionaries of Charity, an organization founded by Teresa, were also present at the event. All were later treated to a feast as special guests of Pope Francis. Various programs were also organized in Kolkata today. During Mother Teresa's lifetime, many objections were raised about the service she was doing and these also caused a lot of controversy. However, Mother Teresa did not attach much importance to the objections, remaining loyal to her work. Many people also objected to the miracles she performed.

Mother Teresa’s Kolkata residence in public eye

Mother Teresa’s residence in Kolkata has been brought to public attention. She lived in a three-storied building, adjacent to the bustling marketplace of Sealdah, in Central Kolkata. At present there is an atmosphere of jubilation in this area. Alfred Gomes constructed this building in 1904. After she left Loreto Convent, Mother came to live here bringing only a suitcase and five rupees in her pocket. Initially, she had come as a nun to Loreto convent from Czechoslovakia, after which she realised it was not her calling, and decided to dedicate her life in service of the poor.

Millions attend Mother Teresa's canonization in Vatican City

Vatican City, 4h (PTI): Mother Teresa, a world famous Christian nun who dedicated her life to the service of the poor, was conferred sainthood by Pope Francis today. More than 100,000 people attended the grand ceremony in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Apart from 45 bishops and 40 nuns, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee were also present from India.

Pope Francis announced today that he canonizes the gracious Mother Teresa of Calcutta and adds her to the long tradition of saints. As it is Mother Teresa's 19th death anniversary tomorrow (5th), on the background of her being declared a saint, in India, there is jubilation all around, especially in Kolkata. A tight security system was deployed in the Vatican City in view of the threat of terrorism in Europe. Around 3,000 policemen were stationed at the Vatican, the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, while security was maintained by helicopters.

The decision to canonize Mother Teresa was made quickly after her two posthumous miracles were verified and proven to be true.

Photo caption: Pope Francis receiving greetings from citizens on Sunday after the canonization of Mother Teresa.