Vatican City/ New Delhi, April 5, IPU Media Update News :
Presiding over the Easter Vigil Mass held at St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV urged believers to overcome fear, mistrust, and discord. Pope Leo XIV stated that these conflicts weigh heavily on the human heart and have the potential to divide people and nations. He appealed to everyone not to become paralyzed by such conflicts. He remarked that, even today, there are still “tombs” that remain unopened—tombs guarded by stones so heavy and so tightly secured that they appear impossible to move.

★ The Pope noted that certain burdens such as disbelief, fear, selfishness, and strife weigh heavily on the human heart, furthermore, other burdens born of these internal conflicts erode our relationships through war, injustice, and the division of people and nations. Let us ensure that we do not become paralyzed by these burdens. Pope Leo XIV posted this message on the social media platform X.

★ Heartfelt greetings to everyone on the occasion of Easter. Easter is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across the globe. This makes this Easter even more special. I hope that this holy festival inspires hope, renewed vitality, and compassion in everyone.” “May joy and harmony prevail everywhere,” stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media.

☛ Easter, one of the most significant festivals in Christianity, is being celebrated across the globe with joy and reverence. Churches are organizing special prayers, services, and religious programs to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians believe that He was crucified and rose from the tomb on the third day.

— M Venkata T Reddy, News Editor and Investigative Journalist