Christmas celebrations in Pakistan

The Christian community is celebrating Christmas on Tuesday (25th Dec) with great Zeal

The Christmas day in Pakistan is a public holiday‚ although it is observed in the memory of Muhammad Ali Jinnah‚ the founding father of Pakistan Christian community has made special arrangements to celebrate the day. Special services are being held in Churches across the country which began from midnight on Monday night. In Pakistan‚ the Christians are the second largest minority after Hindus. The community celebrates Christmas along with other parts of the world on December 25 with full zeal and fervour. From decorating trees to candles‚ exchanging of gifts to cutting cakes‚ the Christian community observes everything to celebrate the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ. The markets are reflecting hustle and bustle of the customers while the administrators of churches have finalized arrangements so that the faithful feel free not only to pray but enjoy as well. Churches in this regard have been washed and decorated with buntings and Christmas trees. Meanwhile‚ strict security arrangements have been made to ensure peace in the country during Christmas event.