Faisalabad (Urdu Point / Pakistan Point News – April 5, 2026) Christian community in Faisalabad Easter Sunday was celebrated with deep religious devotion and festive enthusiasm, marked by special prayers, gatherings and family activities throughout the city.
The celebrations began on Saturday evening, with churches being lit and candles lit, creating an atmosphere full of spiritual vitality.
private the prayer Masses were held in churches and a large number of men, women and children participated in them and offered prayers for the peace, stability and prosperity of the country.
The religious leaders stressed that Christ’s teachings strengthen humanity, love And brotherhood, adding that Easter is the most important religious holiday for Christians and symbolizes the moment of reward after patience and dedication.
Members of the Christian community said that exchanging gifts, visiting relatives and spending time with family are an integral part of the celebrations.
Throughout the day, families also visited cemeteries to place flowers on the graves of their loved ones and pray.
The police put in place tight security arrangements to ensure a peaceful atmosphere during the celebrations.
More than 2,400 officers and police personnel were deployed throughout the city.
According to police officials, 42 mobile Patrol teams, 20 Elite Forces units, 84 Eagle Squadron teams, and 45 Dolphin Squadron teams, along with police station patrol units, remained on duty to protect churches, residential areas and public places.
Surveillance was also provided through surveillance cameras in churches and surrounding areas.
Parking arrangements were made at a safe distance from places of worship, while strict screening was carried out at entry and exit points of churches using toll gates and metal detectors.
Likewise, surprise searches and combing operations were conducted in sensitive areas and near Christian areas to maintain law and order.