News: Nirmala Fernandes
Pics: Ronald and Francis
Bahrain, May 5: Bellevision Bahrain conducted the induction programme of its new committee members for the year 2015-2016 and Easter celebration at Papillon Banquet hall, here on Thursday, April 30.
Bellevision Bahrain has stepped into its glorious fifth year after successful completion of four fruitful years under the guidance and leadership of dedicated committee members, affectionate members and ever supportive well wishers.
The evening began with Adline D’silva’s welcome and prayer service led by Gilbert Sequiera and family. Joel D’sa inducted the new committee with their introduction and wished all the very best for the year. The homemade cake by Naveen Mendonca was cut during this occasion to share the happiness.
Visiting priest Fr Sunil Monis, hailing from Shirva Parish, currently serving in Baroda, Gujarat, felicitated the outgoing Ex-com with memento, while Kishore D’souza called out their names. In his presidential address, Ivan D’souza thanked the outgoing Ex-com and ensured that the new Ex-com will work hand in hand to achieve many more milestones. Secretary Sylvia D’souza gave the vote of thanks.
The entertainment charge was taken by Nirmala, who conducted spot games, Easter egg hunt and games for children and adults. All the winners were given fabulous prizes. Members and children performed dances, skit and songs to entertain the gathering. The Easter hamper was distributed to all children. It was our privilege to have amidst us few elderly parents of our dear members who had come to visit this beautiful Island.
Fr Sunil recited the grace before meal and the dinner was served by Papillon. DJ Francis’s fantastic music kept the teens very busy on the dance floor till late night.
The newly elected Executive Committee for the year is as follows:
Ivan Vijay D’souza – President
Ronald Alva – Vice President
Sylvia D’souza – General Secretary
Veera Noronha – Asst. General Secretary
Ivan Sequiera – Treasurer
Nishanth D’silva – Entertainment Secretary
Judith Mendonca – Sports Secretary
Arun Castelino – Membership Co-ordinator
Nirmala Fernandes – Web Co-ordinator