The Christian community is celebrating Easter today with religious zeal and fervor to mark resurrection of Jesus Christ (AS). 

Special prayers and ceremonies are being held in churches across the country with special prayers for peace and prosperity of the country. 

Children and youth sing religious and festive songs in connection with the festival.

Prayers and services in churches will continue throughout the day.  

Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar have felicitated the Christian citizens on the occasion.

Wishing all our Christian citizens a happy Easter.

— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 21, 2019

Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmad has urged Muslims and Christians to come forward to end environment of prejudice.

Addressing an Easter Ceremony in Islamabad today, he said Pakistani Christians are proud of the nation.  

The Minister said the message of Hazrat Essa (AS), healing, teaching and preaching should be followed for the betterment of society.