Second Day of Conclave Voting Underway, No Decision Yet

Vatican, May 8, 2025: The second day of voting in the papal conclave is currently underway in the Sistine Chapel, but as of now, there has been no visible indication of a decision. The chimney atop the chapel—used to signal the outcome of the ballots—remains smokeless, suggesting that no pope has yet been elected.

The first ballot of the day, held at 09:30 AM Rome time (1:00 PM IST), did not produce any smoke. This indicates that no decision was made in the morning session. The next expected smoke signal could appear after the second ballot, around 12:00 PM Rome time (3:30 PM IST).

If a decision is not reached in the afternoon session, then the evening session will begin at 4:00 PM Rome time (7:30 PM IST). Should a pope be elected during this round, white smoke is expected to appear by 5:30 PM (9:00 PM IST). If the vote remains inconclusive, a final ballot will take place, with the concluding smoke—white or black—expected by 7:00 PM (10:30 PM IST).

With anticipation mounting, the faithful around the world wait in prayer and patience for the decision of the cardinal electors. All eyes remain on the chimney.

By Catholic Connect Reporter