Media Release
Mangaluru, Jul 3: The new team of office bearers of Milagres Toastmasters for 2023-24 led by president TM Francis Rego was installed on Sunday, July 2 at Monica Hall, Milagres Church Compound. The installation ceremony was themed ‘Explore Experience Enjoy’.
Fr Michael Santhmayor, principal, Milagres Degree College, graced the event as the chief guest for the day. In his speech to the gathering, he addressed the theme ‘Explore Experience Enjoy’ saying that acceptance of language makes us a global citizen. Propogate religion of languages instead of faith. Leave the shore and explore the ocean. Experience makes a person wise.
TM Anusha Shetty served as Sergeant at Arms for the event. The outgoing president, TM Sharline Rodrigues delivered the last speech of her presidential ter She thanked her executive team, her club members and the Toastmasters of Mangaluru for supporting her through her tenure.
Outstanding Toastmaster Award was awarded to TM Zakir Husain Panambur. TM Mohammed Kunhi presented a very elaborate secretary’s report, highlighting the events, achievements and updates of the club during the term 2021-2022. TM Pavanashree enthusiastically introduced the team of office bearers.
TM Vimala introduced the Area Direcotr TM Sunitha M A Periera. Area director installed the following officers; TM Francis Rego as president, TM Akarsh as VP Education, TM Azma Sheikh as VP Membership, TM Zakir Husain as VPPR, TM Cavya as secretary, TM Vimala as treasurer and TM Carolin as Sargeant at Arms. In her address, she congratulated the outgoing executive team and wished the best for the incoming executive team.
TM Amita Shetty graciously handled the felicitations where representatives of different clubs of Division F showered the club with well wishes and support. TM Cavya concluded the programme with heartwarming delivery of the vote of thanks.
The entire programme was deligently held together by the anchor, TM Leona Aranha.
The ceremony was attended by many distinguished toastmasters and toastmasters from Mangaluru.
Milagres toastmasters was chartered on October 18, 2012 and since then, club has been providing a supportive and encouraging environment to help its members grow as communicators and leaders. Milagres toastmasters meets every alternative Sunday at 9.30 am in Monica Hall, Milagres Church Compound.