Christian community across the world is celebrating Easter today. Specials prayer services will be held in all the churches.
Meanwhile, special security measures have been taken around churches in the country to avoid any untoward incident.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the Christian community in Pakistan on the joyous occasion of Easter.
In his message, President Asif Ali Zardari said our Constitution guarantees rights of minorities and we will continue to work for the uplift and empowerment of all minorities in Pakistan.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his message, paid tribute to the invaluable contributions of Christian community, both in the historic struggle for the creation of Pakistan and in its continued socio-economic progress.
He expressed confidence that Christian community would remain active participant in shaping a more inclusive, prosperous, and united Pakistan.