Kasargod: Emirates Konkans confers Sadhana Award on Wilson Kayyar

Stephan Kayyar
Daijiworld Media Network – Kasargod (EP)

Kasargod, Jan 2: Well-known artist Wilson Kayyar was conferred the maiden Sadhana Award instituted by Emirates Konkans Kasargod at a ceremony held at Bela Guest Hall here recently.

Fr Vincent D’ Souza, parish priest of Mother of Sorrows Church, Bela presided over the programme. Addressing the gathering, he said "We must try to retain our language and culture during this era of globalization. Humanity and art should go hand in hand."

He congratulated Wilson Kayyar who he termed as the pride of Konkani community in Kasagod region.

Walter Nandalike, editor-in-chief of Daijiworld was present as the chief guest. "Artists need to be humble and down to earth. Wilson Kayyar has this quality in him, and that I why he is successful today."

He praised Fr Vincent D'Souza, whom he described as a 'man of development' for creating wonders wherever he rendered his service. "His vision for the education sector of this region is highly commendable. The success of the newly opened first grade college in Bela is an example of his vision," he said.

M C Kamaruddin, president of small scale industries, Radhakrishna K Uliyathadka, poet and journalist, Fr Victor D’ Souza, parish priest of Christ the King Church and advocate M S Thomas D’ Souza were present on the occasion.

Wilson Kayyar was presented a shawl, memento, bouquet and a cash prize. Acknowledging the honour, Wilson thanked Emirates Konkans Kasargod for recognising his talent and encouraging him to do more. He also thanked his family, especially his mother and wife, and parish priest of Kayyar, all the parishioners and his well-wishers.

Stany Bela introduced Wilson to the audience.

President of Emirates Konkans Kasargod Santosh Perla welcomed the gathering. Florine D’ Souza thanked. Secretary Stany Bela read the report. Raju Kidooru and Philomena Rodrigues compered the programme. There was a dance programme prior to the ceremony and a Tulu comedy drama ‘Kana Kattodchi’ at the end.

Emirates Konkans Kasargod is an association of members of parishes belonging to Kasargod region residing in the UAE.