Dhaka, Dec. 25 -- In Sirajdikhan, Munshiganj, Christians are preparing to celebrate one of their major religious festivals, Christmas, which arrives on Wednesday. In anticipation of the occasion, various Christian communities across the upazila and the Shadhu Joseph Church area are engaged in extensive decorations and preparations. Homes, churches, and surrounding areas are adorned with colourful lights, paper flowers, stars, and Christmas trees. The excitement of children and adolescents, along with preparations for prayers, has filled the entire area with a festive atmosphere.
Members of the local Christian community say that Christmas is not just a festival of joy but also carries a message of love, sacrifice, and peace. Shawan Gomez, a...