Members of the Christian community greet each other after offering prayers at Chandaya Memorial Methodist Church in Bastar, Chhattisgarh

Considered one of the most important festivals in Christianity, Easter marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, believed to have occurred three days after his crucifixion.

Christians offer prayers during a mass at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Prayagraj

To celebrate, people attend the Easter Mass, offering prayers and greeting each other.

A priest sprinkles holy water on people as they offer prayers at Sacred Heart Cathedral Church in New Delhi

Special rituals are also performed in churches in observance of the occasion.

People from the Christian community take part in an Easter rally in Kolkata

Easter rallies and processions are also held in several parts of the country. Apart from these, feasting forms an important part of Easter celebrations.

People attend the Easter Vigil mass in Patna on April 19

Easter Vigil, usually held on the eve of the festival, marks the first official celebration of the festival.