India, April 28 -- Thanks for your Easter Message, which was filled with wishes for peace and harmony.

As the functioning head of the Indian national family, you have uttered words that carry weight and are well taken by us Christians who are citizens of this great nation. They are also noted by the media and other concerned citizens. Your measured words also transmit ripples beyond our national boundaries and into the world.

Well said, madam; the need of the hour is peace and harmony in this nation, which is torn by visceral hatred, religious fanaticism and majoritarian bulldozing.

When you ascended to the highest seat of honour, the Presidential chair, the nation had high hopes for you. Rightly so. The citizens were proud to see a tr...