Media Release
Mangaluru, Oct 27: St Agnes PU College celebrated Girl Child Day on October 25 with enthusiasm and pride, reaffirming the commitment of empowering and uplifting young girls. CA Nerissa C Noronha, proprietor Nerissa Noronha & Co, chartered accountants, was the guest of honour.
The programme commenced with a prayer song. Hamna Dawood Peruwad extended a warm and graceful welcome to the distinguished guests, principal, vice principal, staff, parents, and students. Adding colour and creativity to the celebration, the students of II BSBA / BEBA and II CSBA performed a dance drama portraying the achievements of the girl child despite societal restrictions.
Their performance beautifully conveyed the message of determination, empowerment, and equality, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. On this occasion, deserving students were awarded ‘Abhaya’ scholarships. This initiative further reinforced the commitment to supporting and uplifting young women in their academic and personal journey.
The chief guest, CA Nerissa Noronha, an illustrious alumna of St Agnes PU College, was felicitated for her remarkable achievements in the field of commerce and for serving as an inspiring role model to young women. In her address, she emphasized the importance of education, self-confidence, and perseverance in overcoming challenges and achieving success by quoting the theme for international day of the girl child 2025 – “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis”. Her words motivated the students to dream big and make a difference in society.
Viola Risha Fernandes efficiently compered the event. A heartfelt vote of thanks was delivered by Niharika, who expressed deep gratitude in making the celebration a grand success. Sr Judith, lecturer in commerce & Chrystle Almeida, HOD of statistics & dean for commerce were the coordinators of the programme. The principal Sr Norine D’Souza AC, Abhaya coordinator Dr Tressie Menezes, the staff, PTA members, and the students witnessed the programme which concluded with the national anthem.