Udalguri, Assam: In the backdrop of all that is happening in Assam, especially the passing of the controversial Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Bill, 2024 and the attack on Christian institutions by certain elements in society just before the ensuing General Elections 2024, the Christian Coordination Committee, Udalguri District organized a mass gathering for peace and harmony for the nation on March 14, 2024, at the Udalguri Nalbari Play Ground. The event aimed to unite people from diverse backgrounds under the common goal of fostering peace and harmony.
The peaceful and orderly mass prayer commenced at 10:20 am and concluded at 11:50 am, bringing together over 25,000 individuals representing various Christian denominations including Baptist, NELC, Roman Catholic, BELC, CNI, and more. Notably, the gathering comprisesed people from different ethnic, linguistic communities of Assam such as Boro, Adivasi (commonly known as Tea Tribes), Santhal, Garos, Rabhas, Nepalis, and the Assamese. People from all corners of the district, from Atterikhat TE to Mazbat TE and from Bhairabkunda in the north to Kalaigaon in the South.
This spontaneous participation reflected the concern and anxiety of the people regarding the need for justice and equal treatment of all citizens in the matters faith, culture and practices.
The event commenced with the soul-stirring singing in God’s praise and adoration, setting a reverent atmosphere for what followed. Reverend Susil Daimari, Secretary of the Church Growth Department at BBC delivered an inspiring message emphasizing the urgent need for peace and harmony in our nation.
Following the message, attendees were invited to pray collectively for several crucial prayer points, focusing primarily on justice, peace and harmony across the nation. The fervent prayers of the gathering reflected the collective desire for a more unified and peaceful society.
The Christian Coordination Committee, Udalguri District expresses its appreciation of all participants for their unwavering support and commitment to the cause of the day. Such initiatives serve as a beacon of hope, uniting communities across diverse backgrounds in pursuit of a common goal.