The northeastern states were fully embraced in festive spirit, with numerous churches across the region holding prayers for peace and prosperity on christmas Wednesday.

Midnight prayers in churches, caroling, Secret Santa activities in workplaces, and the sound of firecrackers marked the celebrations.

The governors and chief ministers from all the northeastern states conveyed their greetings to the people for the occasion.

States like Nagaland, Mizoram, and meghalaya saw a transformation as christmas masses were held, and thousands of government and private buildings were beautifully illuminated starting Monday.

There are over six million Christians residing in Mizoram, Nagaland, and meghalaya, with a notable Christian population present in other northeastern states as well.

The governments in three predominantly Christian states—Nagaland, Mizoram, and Meghalaya—declared holidays for several days to allow the people to partake in the festivities.

Traditional community feasts are held on the second day to emphadata-size the significance of the occasion.

Leaders, members of different political parties, and individuals from various backgrounds participated in the celebrations, coming together for numerous events.

Celebrations also took place in Assam, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, with participation from non-Christians and individuals from other faiths of all ages and backgrounds.

Due to ethnic unrest in Manipur, the festivities were somewhat muted in both the valley and hilly regions.

Devotees lit candles during the christmas Day observances at a church in Amritsar.

Nagaland is celebrating the occasion with a mix of religious solemnity and festive cheer.

Towns and villages are illuminated with decorative lights, and homes are festooned with christmas decorations as people commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.

State governor La Ganesan and chief minister Neiphiu Rio have shared their christmas wishes with the people, desiring peace, joy, and hope for all.

In the telugu states of andhra pradesh and telangana, christmas was celebrated with the usual grandeur on Wednesday.

Many individuals attended midnight mass and special morning prayers.

Churches in hyderabad and secunderabad were elegantly adorned and lit for the occasion, with worshippers gathering since tuesday night.

Churches in other towns of telangana and neighboring andhra pradesh also hosted special prayers.

Churches, government and private establishments, homes, shops, parks, graveyards, and streets were embellished with colorful lights, flowers, and Christian symbols over the past few days.

Clad in their finest clothing, community members filled churches of diverse denominations for collective worship and hymn singing on wednesday morning.

Delightful feasts were prepared to celebrate the naga spirit, alongside traditional community gatherings.

Gift exchanges, visits to friends and loved ones, and acts of goodwill, such as visiting homes of those less privileged, symbolize the celebration.

Mizoram, known for its lively christmas celebrations, showcases a unique combination of religious devotion and traditional enthusiasm, with december being particularly special in this data-border state due to Christmas.

Churches are festooned extensively, while villages, towns, and offices are adorned with christmas trees and the sounds of carols resonate throughout the state.

Various church organizations, non-governmental entities, including the prominent Young Mizo Association (YMA), and individuals have contributed gifts to those who are poor and in need.