Thoothukudi, April 18 -- Devotees in Thoothukudi commemorated Good Friday with solemnity and devotion, observing traditional rituals at Panimayamatha Church to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The special service, held in the morning, drew a large number of faithful who gathered to reflect on one of the most significant events in the Christian faith.

As part of the observance, the Stations of the Cross were conducted on the church premises. In a reenactment of Christ's journey to Calvary, a statue of Jesus carrying the cross was taken around the church in a procession. Hymns and Christian songs played as the devotees walked in silent reflection.

The service is part of the 40-day Lenten period leading up to Easter, during which Chri...