Media Release

Mangaluru, Oct 29: St Agnes PU College, Mangaluru celebrated Grandparents' Day on October 28th at the College Auditorium with grace and heartfelt appreciation, honouring the wisdom and love that grandparents bring to families.

The event began with a warm welcome, where the 15 attending grandparents were honoured with a rose.

The programme commenced with an introduction, followed by the prayer song led by Genelia and team, Karunya delivered the welcome address.

The celebration continued with a lively retro dance led by Tanisha Shetty and team and engaging spot games conducted by Swathi and Wilena.

The chief guest, Dr Lavina M Noronha, director, Ave Maria Palliative Care, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru, expressed, "Grandparents are the first teachers of life, the enduring bridge between parents and children." She shared profound insights on the unique and priceless role of grandparents in preserving traditions and shaping future generations, and gave valuable advice to both grandparents and grandchildren on strengthening their bond with love, patience and mutual respect.

The programme also featured a captivating value-based dance drama led by Vaishnavi and team, highlighting the profound bond between grandparents and their children.

Principal Sr Norine D'Souza, vice principal Sr Janet Sequeira, Dr Tressie Menezes, coordinator of Abhaya, Jyothi Pinto and Sr Judith, coordinators of the programme, faculty members both teaching and non-teaching, along with the grandparents of the students, participated in the programme. Fun games were organized, bringing joy to the day.

The event was elegantly compered by Shannel and Nishkala, with the vote of thanks delivered by Uswa. The programme concluded with inviting the grandparents for the Group Photo and they were presented with a token of love, marking the end of a memorable and meaningful celebration.