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(GINA) President Bharrat Jagdeo joined thousands of Guyanese at several locations yesterday as they celebrated Easter which commemorates the death of Jesus Christ and signifies his victory over death and his glorious promises of eternal life for all those who believe in him.
The President first took time off to spread Easter cheer as he presented kites to children at the Camal International Home for the homeless, at Albion.
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He then visited the No.63 Beach which is one of Guyana’s leading tourism assets for Easter activities. There he interacted with thousands of Guyanese and tourists gathered to partake in the festivities which included the annual kite flying competition for the largest and most unusual kites organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce and the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA).
The No. 63 Beach plays an important part in the observation of annual holidays such as Easter Monday beach fete and other events where residents of Berbice and surrounding areas visit in thousands to enjoy the sun, sand and water in a clean and pristine environment.
The next stop on the President’s busy Easter Monday schedule was the No. Six Beach on the West Coast of Berbice, where he mingled with Guyanese of all walks of life.
While making his way back to Georgetown, President Jagdeo made a brief stop at the Hope Beach on the East Coast of Demerara, where he again interacted with celebrants as they observed the Easter holiday with the traditional kite flying and beach lime.
President Jagdeo then mingled with thousands at the National Park where he told the Government Information Agency (GINA) that it was good to see so many people out celebrating, especially children.
“I think once you bring out the kids and ensure that they have a good time they are going to continue these traditions,” he said, adding that he was pleased that he had the opportunity to visit so many areas.
Reiterating his Easter message, the President said, “Easter is a very special season for all Guyanese regardless of their race or religion, because the message of resurrection is a message of hope, and hope is important in the lives of all people and I think it has so much deep meaning for Guyanese; it’s not just the flying of the kite, but what it signifies.”
The Easter occasion saw Guyanese celebrating in many ways; while some went out to church, thousands enjoyed flying their kites on the seawall, the Botanical Gardens, at the National Park and other play grounds, or attended the Bartica Regatta, and the Lethem rodeo.
