Balbir Sidhu raises awareness across villages of Mohali against GMADA, Punjab Government’s high-handedness “Appeals to join the protest in large numbers on April 6” S.A.S.Nagar 03 April ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Senior Congress leader and former Health Minister of Punjab, Balbir Singh Sidhu, is visiting villages and raising awareness among people against the high-handedness of the government and GMADA, while also informing farmers about their rights. During this outreach, he appeals to people to participate in large numbers in the protest scheduled for April 6. Sidhu said that the current government is committing injustice against farmers through GMADA, and these policies are directly anti-farmer. He alleged that the government is acquiring land from farmers without providing adequate compensation, which is completely unjust and arbitrary. He further said that when plots are allotted, preference is given to commercial houses instead of farmers. This, he said, clearly indicates that ...
Good Friday Observed with Reverence at Christ Church CNI, Sector 18, Chandigarh
Chandigarh 03 April ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : The holy occasion of Good Friday was observed with deep reverence at Christ Church CNI, Sector 18, Chandigarh. Prayer services, conducted by Christian devotees, began early in the morning at the church and continued until the afternoon. During these services, children also sang hymns in praise of Lord Jesus Christ.
Rev. Rajan Sharda, Presbyter-in-Charge of Christ Church CNI, Sector 18, Chandigarh, highlighted the significance of Good Friday in his message. He stated that this day serves as a reminder of the great sacrifice Lord Jesus Christ made on the cross for the salvation of all humanity. He added that this day inspires us to embrace the spirit of love, forgiveness, self-sacrifice, and service in our own lives. He explained that, within the Christian faith, Good Friday is regarded as the most sacred and solemn day of mourning, observed to commemorate the sacrifice and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. He further noted that special prayer services are held in churches on this day—particularly between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM—a period traditionally believed to mark the time Lord Jesus spent on the cross. These services typically involve fasting, periods of silence, Bible readings, and contemplation on the sufferings of Christ.
In this regard, Stephen Prakash Masih, Secretary of Christ Church CNI, Sector 18, Chandigarh, stated in his address that Good Friday is not merely a religious occasion, but a day that conveys a message of introspection and service to humanity. He appealed to everyone to embrace the message of this day in their lives and to strengthen love, peace, and harmony within society. While providing details regarding the programs organized by the church, he also expressed his gratitude for the cooperation extended by all the devotees. Daisy K. B. Shan, the Treasurer, also conveyed her message on this occasion, wishing for peace, unity, and prosperity for all.
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