Various Christian denominations, including the Roman Catholic Church, Presbyterian Church, Church of God, Baptist Church besides other Christian denominations arranged special programmes like sunrise services, Easter Sunday sermons and choirs to mark the day.
Christians believe that the resurrection of Jesus, three days after Good Friday, was a sign of victory over sin and death.
Greeting the people of the state on the occasion, Governor K N Tripathy said, "Easter is a festival of hope and resurrection of Christ. I convey my warm greetings ... And wish them a holy Easter."