A girl shopping for decorative items at a shop located in Khan Market. Awakening
Jagran correspondent, New Delhi. The magic of Christmas has started spreading in Delhi. Amidst the cold winds, the grand decoration of churches and the excitement of shopping in the markets has started increasing. Preparations are in full swing for this holy festival to be celebrated on 25th December, where along with the Christian community, people of other religions are also joining in the enthusiasm.
Decoration work in the prestigious churches of Delhi is in the final stages. The huge Christmas tree at the Sacred Heart Cathedral is being decorated with colorful lights, golden stars and white fringes. A spiritual atmosphere is being provided inside the church with candle lights and flower garlands.
Where the practice of Midnight Mass and carol singing is going on. In which a large number of people are participating. Similarly, tableaux based on the life of Lord Jesus are also being constructed.
A confluence of modern lighting with traditional decoration is seen in St. Stephen's Church located at Kashmiri Gate, known for its historicity. The shining stars on the dome of the church and the paintings of the Holy Scene on the walls are the center of attraction. Similarly, the decoration in St. James's Church is special.
Similarly, people are flocking to Sadar Bazaar, Karol Bagh, Khan Market and Connaught Place to buy Christmas trees, Santa caps, gift wrappers, cakes and decorative items. Bulbs, stars and decorative trees are being sold at cheap prices in Sadar Bazaar, due to which middle class people are making purchases. People are purchasing six to eight feet as well as three feet Christmas trees. There is demand among children for Christmas dress, hat and white beard of Santa Claus.
Along with this, Christmas fairs have also been organized at various places. In which hand made products, Christmas cards and eco-friendly decorative items are being sold. Similarly, various malls and shops in the markets have also been decorated with decorations. There is also a huge demand for Christmas cakes in the shops. Live band presentation in various programs is also special.
VHP appeals to Hindus to stay away from Christmas
VHP has written a public letter appealing to Hindus to stay away from Christmas. According to VHP Delhi Minister Surendra Gupta, efforts for organized religious conversion have been active for a long time in different parts of the country.
In such an environment, if the Hindu society adopts or celebrates religious festivals associated with other religions without any conscience, it inadvertently gives social acceptance and convenience to those efforts, which can have a long-term impact on the cultural continuity of Sanatan Dharma and Hindu society.