Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the courage and sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the occasion of Good Friday, highlighting the values of compassion, kindness, and unity that the day symbolizes.
In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister said, “On Good Friday, we remember the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This day inspires us to cherish kindness, compassion and always be large-hearted. May the spirit of peace and togetherness always prevail.”
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also marked the occasion, emphasizing the enduring significance of empathy and forgiveness. “Wishing you a blessed Good Friday. May the essence of compassion, forgiveness, sacrifice, and empathy continue to inspire our actions. Let us embrace the values of humanity, kindness, and peace in our shared existence,” he wrote.
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, echoed similar sentiments, stating, “May this Good Friday fill every heart with compassion, kindness, and love, and bring peace to all.”
Good Friday holds profound importance for Christians across the world, including in India. Observed on the fifth day of Holy Week—which begins with Palm Sunday and ends with Easter—it commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The day typically falls in March or April and is marked with solemn rituals and prayers.
The observance is especially significant in Indian states with prominent Christian populations, including Kerala, Goa, and the northeastern states of Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh. In local languages, the day is often referred to with terms reflecting its somber nature—such as Duhkhavelli (Sad Friday) in Malayalam and Periya Velli or Punita Velli (Big/Good Friday) in Tamil.
