Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended the Christmas morning service at the historic Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi. The morning service featured special prayers, hymns, carols and readings celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. A special prayer for the Prime Minister was offered by Rt Rev Paul Swarup, Bishop of Delhi
Earlier in the day, PM Modi extended Christmas greetings to the nation through a post on the social media platform X. “Wishing everyone a joyous Christmas filled with peace, compassion, and hope. May the teachings of Jesus Christ strengthen harmony in our society,” he wrote.
May Christmas bring renewed hope, warmth and a shared commitment to kindness.
Here are highlights from the Christmas morning service at The Cathedral Church of the Redemption. pic.x.com/BzvKYQ8N0H
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 25, 2025
Over the past few years, PM Modi’s engagement with the Christian community has remained consistent. In Easter 2023, he attended Easter celebrations at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Delhi, while during Christmas 2023, he hosted a festive programme at his residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. In 2024, the Prime Minister attended a Christmas dinner at Minister George Kurian’s residence and participated in a programme hosted by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI).
Christmas celebrations across India
Meanwhile, the festival of Christmas is being celebrated across India in full swing. Cities and towns have been beautifully decorated with lights, bells, wreaths, glowing stars, and Christmas trees, while markets showcase festive décor featuring Santa Claus and holiday-themed ornaments. The festive spirit is visible nationwide as people celebrate with family and friends.
Christmas Day, celebrated every year on December 25, marks the birth of Jesus Christ and carries a universal message of peace, love and harmony. Families gather to share meals, exchange gifts and sing Christmas carols, while churches hold special prayer services, creating an atmosphere of faith, joy and hope. The festival is celebrated worldwide with great enthusiasm and holds deep significance for the Christian community.