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Jagan Celebrates Christmas at Pulivendula Church with Family, Extends Festive Message

YSR Congress Party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy celebrated Christmas with his family at the CSI Church in Pulivendula, their hometown. He extended warm greetings, stating the festival marks the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to guide humanity with noble values like compassion and selfless service. His sister and APCC president Y.S. Sharmila also offered prayers and shared Christmas wishes on social media. The occasion was celebrated across Andhra Pradesh with church services and greetings from Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and other leaders.

Key Points: Jagan Mohan Reddy Celebrates Christmas at Andhra's Pulivendula Church

  • Jagan celebrates with family in hometown
  • Extends Christmas message on Christ's values
  • Sister Sharmila also offers prayers
  • Festivities observed across Andhra Pradesh
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Jagan offers prayers with family members at Andhra's Pulivendula church

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy offers prayers with family at Pulivendula church, extends Christmas greetings emphasizing Christ's values of love and service.

"compassion, love, forgiveness, patience, charity, and sacrifice are the timeless values taught by Christ - Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy"

Kadapa, Dec 25

YSR Congress Party president and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy celebrated Christmas along with family members at the CSI Church in their hometown, Pulivendula, on Thursday.

Jagan's mother Y. S. Vijayamma, wife Y. S. Bharathi Reddy, cousin and Kadapa MP Y. S. Avinash Reddy and other senior YSRCP leaders participated in the event.

The YSRCP chief cut the Christmas cake in the presence of family members, friends and well-wishers and exchanged greetings and pleasantries with them.

Earlier, Jagan Mohan Reddy extended warm Christmas greetings to Christians across Andhra Pradesh and the world.

In his message on the occasion of Christmas, Jagan said the festival marks the birth of Jesus Christ, who came into the world to guide humanity with noble values and selfless service. He stated that Christmas is celebrated globally to remember the divine message delivered through the life of Jesus.

YS Jagan said that compassion, love, forgiveness, patience, charity, and sacrifice are the timeless values taught by Christ through his life and actions.

Meanwhile, Jagan's sister and Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president Y. S. Sharmila also offered prayers on the occasion of Christmas.

"On this occasion of the birthday of Christ, the embodiment of love who compassionately shared rays of light with humanity through His loving nature, Christmas greetings to all. I sincerely pray that this festive day brings everlasting joy to your life and that the blessings of Lord Jesus be upon you," she posted on 'X'.

Christmas was being celebrated with pomp and gaiety across Andhra Pradesh on Thursday.

A large number of people attended midnight mass and morning special prayers. Churches were specially decorated on the occasion.

Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and leaders of various parties greeted people on Christmas.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see Jagan garu celebrating in his hometown. It shows he is connected to his roots. But I hope this spirit of compassion and service he talks about translates into concrete actions for the people of Andhra Pradesh, beyond just festival greetings.
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Aman W
Christmas is one of my favourite festivals! The decorations, the carols, the feeling of joy everywhere. It's nice to see the news focusing on these positive celebrations. The message of love and charity is something we all need, especially in today's times.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see both Jagan and his sister Sharmila, who are in rival parties, sharing Christmas messages. At least on festivals, there seems to be a common ground of goodwill. That's a positive thing for our political culture.
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Karthik V
The values mentioned - compassion, forgiveness, patience - are universal and found in all our Indian traditions. Christmas is a good reminder for everyone to practice these. Happy Christmas to all our Christian brothers and sisters!
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Nikhil C
While I appreciate the festive spirit, I can't help but feel this is also a political event. The presence of the MP and other senior leaders makes it seem like a show of strength in his hometown. I wish the focus was purely on the religious aspect.

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