Did Jagan Celebrate Christmas with His Family at the Church in Andhra's Pulivendula?
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Kadapa, Dec 25 (NationPress) YSR Congress Party leader and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, marked the Christmas festivities with his family at the CSI Church in their hometown, Pulivendula, on Thursday.
In attendance were Jagan's mother, Y. S. Vijayamma, his wife, Y. S. Bharathi Reddy, cousin and Kadapa MP Y. S. Avinash Reddy, along with several senior leaders of YSRCP.
The YSRCP chief shared a festive moment by cutting the Christmas cake surrounded by family, friends, and well-wishers, exchanging warm greetings.
Earlier, Jagan Mohan Reddy conveyed heartfelt Christmas wishes to Christians all over Andhra Pradesh and beyond.
In his Christmas message, Jagan emphasized that the celebration commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to guide humanity with core values and selfless service. He highlighted that Christmas is observed globally to remember the profound teachings imparted by Jesus during his life.
YS Jagan articulated that compassion, love, forgiveness, patience, charity, and sacrifice are the enduring principles exemplified by Christ through his actions.
Additionally, Jagan's sister, Y. S. Sharmila, who leads the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee, also offered her prayers during this festive occasion.
“On this holy day marking the birth of Christ, the true essence of love, I extend my warmest Christmas wishes to everyone. May this joyous day fill your life with lasting happiness and may the blessings of Lord Jesus be with you,” she shared on ‘X’.
The spirit of Christmas was vibrant throughout Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, with many attending midnight masses and morning services. Churches were beautifully adorned for the occasion.
Prominent figures including Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan extended their Christmas greetings to the public.