25 December,2025 05:04 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Choir singers sing carols at Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi during PM Modi`s visit. Pic/X
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi on Christmas. The PM's visit to the church in New Delhi gave the choir singers present in the church a moment that they will cherish forever.
After PM Modi celebrated Christmas with them on Thursday, one of the choir singers, while speaking to the media, said, "The Prime Minister attended the whole service and also offered prayers. He saw our choir sing too. It felt great that he celebrated Christmas with us... It was a good experience."
Another choir singer, Akanksha, said, "Our day became happier when the Prime Minister visited here, and we sang in front of him."
PM Modi joined a large congregation of Christians of Delhi and North India for the Christmas morning service. The church service attended by Modi included prayers, carols, hymns and a special prayer for the PM by Rt Rev Paul Swarup, the Bishop of Delhi, news agency ANI reported.
PM Modi said that the service reflected the timeless message of love, peace and compassion.
While wishing everyone a joyous Christmas, PM Modi posted on X, "Attended the Christmas morning service at The Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi. The service reflected the timeless message of love, peace and compassion. May the spirit of Christmas inspire harmony and goodwill in our society."
He further added, "May Christmas bring renewed hope, warmth and a shared commitment to kindness."
Over the past few years, PM Modi has been regularly attending programmes that have connected with the Christian community.
During Easter 2023, PM Modi had attended a programme at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi. The same year during Christmas, he hosted a programme at his residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg.
In 2024, he attended a dinner at Minister George Kurian's residence as well as a programme hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI), demonstrating PM Modi's regular engagement with the community.
Meanwhile, cities across the nation have been adorned with lights, bells, and wreaths as people immerse themselves in the festive joy of Christmas.
Christmas falls on December 25th every year and is celebrated with joy, happiness, and compassion. It marks the birth of Jesus Christ and echoes the message of peace, love, and harmony.
On this occasion, families gather to share meals, exchange gifts, sing Christmas carols, and spread warmth in the chilly season. Churches hold special prayers, creating an atmosphere of faith and hope. The festival is celebrated worldwide with great enthusiasm and has special significance for Christians.
(With inputs from ANI)
