New Delhi, Dec. 24 -- Cities across the nation have been adorned with lights, bells, and wreaths as people immerse themselves in the festive joy on the occasion of Christmas.

The market storefronts have been decorated with Santa Claus's sleigh, bells, frills, decorative wreaths, glowing stars, and Christmas trees. The nation is buzzing with a great sense of festive spirit and shared merriment as everybody prepares for the holidays ahead.

On the occasion, people offered prayers and lit candles at the St. John in the Wilderness Church in Dharamshala on the occasion of Christmas.

Priest Victor Khoji said that the lightning of candles sends a message that Jesus is the light of the world.

"By lighting the candles, we are sending a message ...