ICYM Mangalore Diocese Central Council Elections 2016-17 held

The ICYM central council annual elections of Mangaluru diocese for the year 2016-17 was held during the 69th annual general body meeting at Urwa church hall on July 3 2016. The much awaited elections with huge expectations, provided nail biting results as Jackson Eric Dcosta, Vamadapadau being elected as the new President of ICYM Central Council for term 2016-17. Other elected members were Lavitha Miranda Neermarga for Lady Vice President, Ancita Dsouza Cordel for Secretary, Ashwin Sequiera Borimar for Treasurer and Aneesh Dsouza Alangar as Auditor.

Mangaluru diocese Msgr Denis Moras Prabhu presided over the programme and appreciated the youth for their collective work and service to the society.

President of Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy Roy Castelino, the Chief guest for the programme addressed the youth to make use of their talents to be successful.

Mangaluru's Sonu Nigam Prajoth D'Sa performed during the programme and addressed the youth to live their passion and dreams at their fullest extent.

RJ Anurag anchored the cultural programme, and Artist Ms Shabari, made masterpiece arts of Jesus Christ and of Mother Teresa at the venue.

The oath taking ceremony was administered by the Diocesan ICYM director Rev Fr Ronald D'Souza. Meanwhile, the youth from all over the diocese were honoured with “ICYM Youth Achiever Awards” for their achievements in various fields. The best 10 ICYM units were also awarded “Annual Cup Awards” for their unique programmes conducted during previous year.