Divine Mercy Church parish priest Fr Allwyn Nazareth felicitated Francis Fernandes Cascia and veteran theatre director Joy Paladka, congratulating them on their contributions to Konkani theatre. Fr Michael D’Souza, Fr Maria Anthony Pathinathan (CPPS), and nuns Sr Rachel Laharia, Sr Kiran Ekka, and Sr Neelam Lakra were present on the dais.

Maurice Pinto Hirgan (Karkal), Cecilia D’Souza, Ivan Quadros, Shanthi Pais, Mark Noronha, Norbert Noronha, Annie D'Souza, Rosemary D’Souza, Arun Pais, and Leena D’Souza honoured the chief guests and dignitaries.

Francis Fernandes Cascia’s theatre troupe staged the superhit Konkani comedy Mhataro Charbela, written by Francis himself. This marked the 89th successful staging of the play under the direction of renowned director Joy Paladka.

The cast included Joy Paladka, Betty Naz, Julie Vas, Gregory Sequeira (Niddodi), Peter Pais (Basroor), Shanthi Barboza (Boliye), Flora D’Souza (Kalmadi), Peter Cutinho (Mundkur), Lavina D’Souza (Jerimeri), and comedy king Francis Fernandes Cascia. The performers captivated the audience and received wide appreciation.

Eliza Quadras welcomed the gathering, while Florine Fernandes introduced the honourees. The event was compered by Henry Sequeira, and the vote of thanks was proposed by Matilda Danti.