Bhubaneswar: December 25: Christian Society in Odisha celebrated the Christmas day today with much pomp and gaiety. It is seen, in different parts of Odisha, people participated in mass prayers at churches and prayer halls on occasion of Christmas. Congregating at different churches as well as in their homes, Christians of twin city read the holy book ‘Bible’ and also offered special prayers. The life history of Jesus Christ has been showcased in churches in different colourful way. The houses and churches are seen decorated with multi-coloured twinkling fairy lights, paper streamers and flowers. In Bhubaneswar, Christ lovers thronged the churches to attend special function to be held in midnight while Jesus Christ is born as per the belief. In the Catholic Church of Cuttack, carols will be sung and cakes will be cut to celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ in midnight. Besides Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, almost all districts of Odisha geared up to celebrate the occasion.
