Report: Victor Sequeira & Ravi Karkera
Daijiworld Media Network – Al-Khobar (SP)

Al-Khobar, Nov 23: MASA Sports Day was held at Aziziyah Resort here, on Friday November 20 in the presence of Mangalore MLA, U T Khader.

The members of MASA were elated to have a distinguished guest like Khader amongst them. Those present on the occasion, were moved and inspired by the short speech of the MLA. Khader, in his address, greatly appreciated the very essence of the formation of MASA, which is to bring all the Mangaloreans under one banner, irrespective of their caste, creed or religious affiliations.  He extended his hearty wishes that MASA will grow in eminence and popularity not only in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, but also through out the GCC countries. As a closing note, the MLA stressed on conveying a message to the youths of Mangalore origin residing in this part of the world to remember and realize the efforts put forth by their seniors and elders,  in keeping alive and nurturing  the cultural identity, dignity of Mangalore and take it forward in a more respectful manner in the future.  In addition, he thanked all the committee members for conducting such events.

Earlier, the guest,U T Khader, was escorted to the dais by MASA president, Madhav Amin, along with its executive committee members. Vice-president, Ravi Karkera, welcomed the guest of honour and other dignitaries. Ravi Karkera gave a brief about MASA’s objectives and its achievements so far.

General secretary, Santhosh Shetty, presented a detailed report of MASA’s growth in the last three years to U T Khader. Vishwanath Kamath, Musthak, Sahul Hameed and MASA executive committee members were present at the dais on this occasion.