Christmas celebrated in Manipur

Tuesday, December 26, 2006, 9:44 [IST]

Imphal, Dec 25 (UNI) Christmas is beiong celebrated throughout Manipur with gaiety and happiness.

Stars bedecked with lights were seen almost everywhere and Christmas carols could be heard throughout the day.

Manipur Governor Dr SS Sidhu said 'principles upheld by Lord Jesus may guide mankind to build a more compassionate society and a more peaceful world'.

Chief Minister O Ibobi said, '' every person who believes in God irrespective of caste, creed and religion should be a messenger of peace, goodwill and love''.

Various Christian denominations greeted each other. The GOC 57 Mountain Division Maj Gen EJ Kochekkan prayed that this festival may herald peace in Manipur ending any form of strife.

The IG AR (S) Maj Gen BK Chengapa said ''may this festival foster a sprit of tolerance and brotherhood amongst the people and usher an era of peace, harmony and prosperity in the Region''.

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