Media Release

Mangaluru, Aug 16: The Catholic Sabha, Milagres Mangalore organised the celebration of 75th Indian Independence Day. Parish priest Fr Bonaventure Nazareth hoisted the tricolour and spoke about the significance of the day. Fr Bonaventure Nazareth delivered a meaningful message saying, "We must all pray that we get independence from this COVID pandemic which has become very dangerous for the growth of the society."

While he appreciated the work of Catholic Sabha, he urged that its time to improve our humanity and be an example to others.

Catholic Sabha president Philomena Ferrao, welcomed the gathering. Parish Council vice president, secratary and the office bearers of Catholic Sabha were present for the occasion. Slima Pinto compered the programme.

Thereafter, the office bearers of Catholic Sabha along with parish priest Fr Bonaventure Nazareth visited Fr Mullers Hospital and distributed fruits and eatables to the patients of Oncology, Psychiatric and Covid department.

Vice president John Monteiro thanked the director, administrator and Nursing superintendent Sr Janet for giving the opportunity to do this service activity of reaching the needy people. He expressed his gratefulness to all the members of Catholic Sabha for the support and Co-operation for the Independence Day program and service activity.