Let us be torchbearers instead of firecrackers - Dr M Bhandary
Bellevision Media Network
Udupi, 03 Nov 2016: ‘Its better we become the torchbearers rather than firecrackers, said Poornaprajna Evening College former principal Dr Madhavi Bhandary.
Dr Bhandary was the chief guest speaking during all religious Depavali celebrations that was organized by Catholic Sabha unit of Our Lady of Rosary parish, here on Wednesday, November 2.
‘Today, the society is marred with all sorts of evils and we got to bring en enlightenment. A negative comment in social media can spread the hatred in a fraction of minute, while the human life has become most complex because of the impact of e-media. The distrust amongst us could be resolved by understanding each other with love and empathy. None of the religions propagate evil deeds. Let us become the light bearers too much needed peace in the society, said Dr Madhavi.
Fr Fred Mascarenhas, parish priest of Our Lady of Rosary presided the programme.
The mega lamps were displayed along with smaller earthen lamps that were lighted by the people in solidarity for peace. The sweets were distributed to the gathering.
The variety cultural shows were presented as part of Deepavali celebrations.
Lombard Memorial Mission Hospital – Udupi and Global Multi Specialty Hospital – Mangaluru director Dr Susheel Jattanna, NET English Medium School administrator Khalil Ahmed, Catholic Education Society secretary Fr Lawrence D’Souza, Our Lady of Rosary assistant parish priest Royson Fernandes, Catholic Sabha unit – religious harmony committee office bearers Gratian Butello and Benedicta Fernandes were present at the dais.
Religious harmony committee convener Alphonse D’Costa welcomed the gathering. Mohammed Moula proposed vote of thanks. Amruta compered the programme.