Media Release
Bahrain, Dec 3: Bellevision Bahrain’s annual day serves as an important occasion to reflect on the year-long activities, celebrate success, thank the well-wishers and acknowledge the support and efforts of its members.
The 14th annual day of BV Bahrain was celebrated on the evening of November 28 at Bahrain Carlton Hotel.
The programme began with welcome note by MC of the evening, Adline D’silva, a vibrant member followed by a Konkani prayer song by members. The floor was then opened for couple novelty dance and couples had to perform the dumb charades task.
A brief stage programme began with present president Rony Norbert Pinto’s pure Konkani resounding welcoming words and gratitude towards all the well-wishers and members for their support. As a mark of success celebration, the Excom members cut the cake and shared their happiness while the gathering was served with home baked slice cake, both which were prepared by Naveen Mendonca. general secretary Sharmila Sequeira presented the annual report.
Several well-wishers were presented with mementos as a token of gratitude for their continued support. Vice president Vijay Noronha proposed the vote of thanks and appreciated the efforts put in by members and children to make this event a successful one. Allan D’Souza recited the grace before meals.
There was special appreciation gift for the members – Valentino Mathias for being the DJ for all events, Ronald Fernandes for all events photography, Naveen Mendonca for providing cake for all events and Vincent Martis for his selfless service throughout. Former president Kishore D’Souza was presented with memento for his generous support for the annual day celebration.
MC Adline D’Silva with her true entertaining attitude, enthralled the crowd and ensured that everyone participated and had good fun. Children Warren, Ronel, Darren, Nathan, Angela, Ivanka, Meloria, Farrel, Eliana, Delisha, Annora and Riva, entertained the crowd with their dance which was choreographed by Preetham Acharya. Alec D’Silva played the piano and sang a lovely song. A beautiful dance choreographed by Eden was performed by Joyce, Eden, Shanti, Princy, Nikitha, Preetham and Valentino. Soul-stirring Konkani songs were sung by Riva, Ronald, Preetham, Nikitha, Eden, Joyce and Shanti.
Raffle draws at regular intervals were conducted to win 10 prizes, games were conducted for children and adults and Adline’s signature dance moves added momentum to the gathering.
Registration counter was managed by Preethi Pinto, DJ of the evening was Valentino Mathias, photography was covered by Ronald Fernandes and Wilroy D’Souza. Bar counter was manned by Vincent Martis. Everyone received a box of cupcakes that were given by well-wisher, Xavier Mathias. Appetizing dinner was prepared and served by Mysore Bhavan Restaurant, Denis D’Sa.