<span style="color: #222222;">In Meghalaya, amid the ongoing lockdown, faithful Christians observed Good Friday in a novel manner this year. The faithful were glued to television or engaged in small prayers at home as mass gathering in churches are suspended on account of the COVID 19 pandemic.</span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">The day is observed to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and His death at Calvary. It is observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday that marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Prayers and masses have been live-streamed through television and the internet in view of the ongoing lockdown.</span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Head Catechist from St John Church, Shillong Benedict Marwein appealed to all believers to remain home while offering prayers.</span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">The day was also observed in other districts of the State using online prayer services including live You Tube channels.</span><br />''