Christians of different groups in the country celebrated the day amid festivity and religious fervour, offering special prayers, illuminating churches and installing Christmas trees at homes and places of worship and missions across the country. Christian devotees visited churches early in the morning and took part in special services and carols on Christmas Day. In Brahmanbaria, Christian devotees celebrated the day with special prayers, chants, and hymns on the grounds of the Christian Primary School organized by the Baptist Church. Derrit Malay Nath, general secretary of the Christian Association Brahmanbaria, said: “On Christmas Day, we pray that all the people of the world may be happy and all may prosper. Following health safety measures, many devotees celebrated Christmas Day in the comfort of their homes.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 25, 2020 13:07 UTC