After two years of restricted celebrations, Mumbaikars are zealous about celebrating Christmas more liberally this year. While many cherish being in the company of their loved ones for the festive season, those away from family have been feeling homesick as they look forward to spending Christmas Eve with roommates and colleagues
Christmas decoration at Sherin Jacob's house. Image credit: Sherin Jacob
“Being able to visit church on Christmas morning will be the best part this year. It will refresh our soul and bring us the most awaited joy we missed last year due to the lockdown,” says Sherin Jacob, a resident of suburban Mumbai’s Santacruz.