Why is Easter celebrated in India?

Easter is an important holiday for Christians around the world, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But did you know that Easter is also celebrated in India? Although India is primarily a Hindu country, there is also a sizable Christian minority, accounting for about 2.3 percent of the population. These communities, found mainly in southern and north-eastern India, celebrate Easter as an important religious holiday.

The origins of the Christian faith in India date back to the 1st century when the Apostle Thomas was evangelising in southern India. Christians in India today belong to various churches including the Roman Catholic Church, the Syro-Malabar Church and the Syro-Malankara Church.

While Easter in India is generally celebrated similarly to other countries, there are some unique customs and traditions that are specific to the country. For example, in Kerala, a state in southern India, there is a traditional procession called "Easter Kanjeevaram" where believers in traditional dresses parade through the streets handing out sweet puddings to the poor and needy.