Indian leaders marked Good Friday with calls for reflection, compassion and unity as Christians across the country gathered at churches for solemn prayers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X that the occasion recalled Jesus Christ’s sacrifice. “May this day further deepen the values of harmony, compassion and forgiveness. May brotherhood and hope guide us all,” he wrote.
Opposition Congress leader Rahul Gandhi extended wishes of peace and love to the public on the Christian holy day.
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said Good Friday was an opportunity to reflect on Christ’s teachings of “humility, selflessness and righteousness” and to renew commitments to truth, kindness and social harmony.
Across India, devotees attended special services and public processions. In several locales, worshippers reenacted the crucifixion and joined Good Friday walks and processions, observing the solemnity of the day through prayer and communal remembrance.