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Nov 1 : ICYM Siddakatte unit organised Gadyanth Khel-Mel 2022 for all parishioners on 30th October 2022 in Mr Stany D'souza's field of Church ward.

The program began at 10:30 a.m. with the procession from all the wards representing the 'Traditional way of agriculture'. The procession was judged by Sr Agnes Andrade, Loreto Church and Mr Alphonse Fernandez Nirkan.

Parish priest and unit director Fr. Daniel D'Souza, chief guest Mr Victor Rodriguez, Sr Vinny D'Souza Bal Christ Convent, Moodbidri deanery president Mr Mithesh D'Souza, Sr. Agnes and Andrade, Mr Alphonse Fernandes, unit president Lynn Carmel Dcosta and unit secretary Jasmine Lobo were dignitaries of the inaugural function.

The stage program began with the prayer song and unit president Lynn welcomed the gathering. The event was inaugurated by pouring the paddy husk to the vessel. Director Fr. Daniel D'Souza delivered the presidential speech and appreciated the youth for organising this event. Chief guest Mr Victor Rodrigues gave an insightful message regarding the tradition and culture of agriculture. Mr Stany D'Souza was felicitated for providing the field on time. And unit secretary Jasmine delivered the vote of thanks.

The games were conducted ward wise and a few separate games for children. The championship trophy was bagged by St. Antony ward, second place by St. Patrick ward and third place by St. Lawrence and Holy Cross ward. Moodbidri deanery secretary Mr Joyston D'Souza as well as Bantwal deanery president Melroy Prem D'Souza paid a visit to the program.

Fr. Ashwin Cardoza Director of Mangalore Diocese, Anil Sequeira President Mangalore Diocese and Jaison Crasta the former President Mangalore Diocese congratulated all the winners. Overall it was a fun filled day which led to socialization among all the parishioners and brought up team spirit and unity among everyone.