Easter Sunday celebrated with devotion across Noney; Assam Rifles join festivities in Manipur
Source: The Sangai Express

Noney/Imphal, April 05 2026: Easter Sunday was celebrated with great joy and spiritual fervour across churches in the Longmai area under Noney District on April 5, 2026, under the theme "Christ is risen!", while the Assam Rifles also marked the occasion across several locations in Manipur, fostering unity and community bonding.

The occasion commemorated the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolising the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, and hope over despair.

Church leaders and speakers across Noney, highlighted the enduring significance of the Resurrection, describing it as a living reality that continues to inspire faith and hope in the modem world.

Speakers during the programme emphasised that despite global challenges such as conflict, uncertainty, and suffering, the message of Easter affirms that no situation is beyond God's power to transform.

They reminded the faithful that just as the stone was rolled away from the tomb, human burdens of fear, sin, and pain can also be overcome through divine grace.

They further noted that the empty tomb stands as a testament to God's faithfulness, assuring believers that even in times of despair, God remains at work.

The congregation was encouraged to live as messengers of hope by promoting love, peace, and unity in their daily lives.

A special prayer service was also held for world peace, with prayers offered for regions affected by war, violence, and injustice, seeking healing, reconciliation, and unity among nations.

The celebration concluded with a call for individuals to become instruments of peace within their families, communities, and society at large.

The programme was made vibrant with songs of praise and musical presentations by church choirs, youth fellowships, men's groups, and Sunday Bible School students, adding colour and meaning to the occasion.

Meanwhile, Assam Rifles celebrated Easter Sunday across Chandrakhong, Shangshak, Sorde, Sajik Tampak and Sehlon villages, bringing together residents and security forces in a joyful observance of the festival symbolizing hope and renewal.

At Chandrakhong, the festivities commenced with morning church proceedings at K Somrei Baptist Church, attended by the village headman, pastor, secretary and approximately 100 villagers.

Officials and troops actively participated in the prayers and later shared a common Easter lunch with the Tangkhul community.

Similarly, at Sehlon village, the programme witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 123 villagers and featured a symbolic cake cutting ceremony to mark the occasion.

The celebration of community spirit continued at Shangshak, Sorde and Sajik Tampak, where prayer services and meaningful interactions were held.

Across these regions, Assam Rifles distributed sweets, chocolates, goodies and essential items to children and local residents, spreading festive cheer and uplifting community morale.

These gestures aimed to reinforce the commitment of the force towards the welfare and well-being of the people at the grassroots level.

During these interactions, senior officials emphasized the -importance of peace, cooperation and collective efforts for regional stability and development.

The villagers expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the continued efforts of Assam Rifles in promoting social cohesion.

These initiatives reaffirm the organisation's dedication to its role as the "Sentinel of the Northeast" by strengthening bonds of trust and fostering a sense of belonging through inclusive outreach.

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