Mangaluru, 09 Jun 2018: Fr Nelson D’Almeida took the official charge as director of Sandesha. Bishop Dr Henry D’Souza, the founder director and chairman of Sandesha officially handed over the charge to Fr Nelson D’Almeida, at Sandesha Karnataka Kala Kendra, Regional Institute for Education and Communication, here, on Friday, June 8.
During the farewell programme Bishop Dr Henry D’Souza appreciated the enormous service of outgoing director Fr Viay Victor Lobo and Assistant Director Br Victor Crasta and wished them every success in their future ministry. Bishop Henry D’Souza spoke about the goal and purpose of the institute and he appealed to the new director to take the institute to greater heights.
Roy Castelino the trustee of the institute welcomed the dignitaries. Daya Victor Lobo gave a felicitation speech to outgoing director. Anil D’Cunha gave a felicitation speech to outgoing Assistant director.
Fr Vijay Victor Lobo and Bro Victor Crasta thanked everyone for giving their valuable support and help during their tenure.
Fr Alwyn Serrao, the principal of Padua College introduced the new director of Sandesha. Fr Nelson D’Almeida thanked everyone for their presence and goodwill towards the institute.
Vani Rajgopal with the help of her students presented Bharathanatyam and it was well appreciated. Vani Rajgopal proposed vote of thanks. Irene Rebello compered the programme.
Fr Joseph Martis, the Rector of St Joseph Seminary and well-wishers of the institute were present on the occasion.