Mangalore: New Library Building of Roshni Nilaya Inaugurated


Mangalore: New Library Building of Roshni Nilaya Inaugurated
News: Sharad Raj
Pics: Dayanand Kukkaje
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (SP)

Mangalore, Jun 1: Bishop of Mangalore, Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza, inaugurated the new library building of Roshni Nilaya Institute of Social Service in the city on Monday May 31. After blessing the premises, he also led Eucharistic celebrations, along with other priests at around 4 pm.

The programme on the dais began at 5.30 pm with invocation, followed by rendering of prayer, dance and song, respectively. Thereafter, an audio-visual presentation about the college, comprising the journey of Roshni Nilaya through 50 years of its existence, eminent faculty it had, social work initiatives undertaken by the college, Aids Awareness programme undertaken by it among others, was made to the audience.

Noemia D’Souza, president, Institute of Social Service, delivered the welcome address. Dr Phelomena D’Souza, provincial of the institute, delivered the provincial message.  She noted that the students of the institute have got involved with social work even in places that are located far away. “They also worked to support by lending their hands of service to the distressed families of May 22 air crash at the local airport,” she added.


















































Dr Olinda Pereira, the first and former principal of the institute, said that she feels proud and thankful for the opportunity given by the Lord to her to participate in the golden jubilee celebrations of the institute. On this occasion, a souvenir of the institute, authored by Dr Olinda Pereira, was released by Bishop, Dr Alloysius Paul D’Souza. Books authored by Dr Mayya and Dr L N Bhat were also released on this occasion.

Former MP, Vinay Kumar Sorake, who happens to be an ex-student of the college, participated as the chief guest of the programme. “This college taught me how to serve my people, and what is necessary to achieve the development of the nation. I rose to this position of eminence only because of the education and guidance provided by this institution,” he said.

In his presidential address, Bishop, Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza, noted that knowledge leads people from darkness towards light, and that knowledge is the light that enlightens everyone. He said that library is a place where people come to gain knowledge, not only through articles and news, but are through numerous stories which educate the readers about ideals and meaning of life, besides arming them with the capability to discriminate between good and bad, light and darkness. He advised the students to make use of the library by reading different books, and enrich their understanding of life and world, and grow to be responsible citizens with the blessings of the God.

Dr Jacinta D’Souza, principal of the School of Social Work, proposed vote of thanks. Thereafter, the students of the institute presented a cultural interlude.

  

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  • antoinette, mumbai

    Fri, Jun 04 2010

    Heart Congrats and best wishes from all the DHMs of the Province India North
    I was priveledged to be present for the celebrations and happy to hear your achievements All the best for the future
    Antoinette
    provincial

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  • Denise Karvinkop, Freiburg, Germany.

    Fri, Jun 04 2010

    Congratulations Roshni Nilaya and all those loving people who have made it what it is today. I feel so honored to have been there from1976 to1983. And it was so nice to see you Philomena, Miss Pereira, Frenny and maybe a few other colleagues who I don't recognize but you are still in my heart. I will sure in the next time I am in India.

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  • Sarita D'Souza, Valencia / Kuwait

    Wed, Jun 02 2010

    Congratulation to the Management and the staff of Roshni Nilaya. Specially to Dr. Jacinta D'Souza whose dream has been realised. Wishing you all the very best in all your future endeavours.

    Wishes from,
    Francis, Sarita, Tiara & Tanya (1st B.A. Student of Roshni Nilaya)

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  • Roshan Fernandes, Kundapur / Perth, Australia

    Wed, Jun 02 2010

    Congratulations to the Management of School of Social Work. Good to see Ms Philomena D'souza in the picture. She was the Principal when I was studying at the institute.

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  • Dr. Jacinta D'Souza, Mangalore

    Tue, Jun 01 2010

    31st May 2010 was a historic occasion for all of us at Roshni as it marked the culmination of the Golden Jubilee year and the inaugural of the new Adelaide library. The new library also has a seminar hall, a board room and a multigym.

    Thank you very much for your excellent coverage, which would enable our well wishers from far and near to view this memorable event.

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  • PIUS DCRUZ., Belman/Dubai.

    Tue, Jun 01 2010

    Congratulation to the Management and the staff of Roshni Nilaya. I was student of this institute from 1974 to 1976. I cherish my memories of my student days. Happy to see Dr Olienda Pereira in Picture. I love this college. My supervisor was Philomena Serrao. I love this college very much and thank God for this wonderful institute.

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  • suni, kuwait

    Tue, Jun 01 2010

    really good.reading shud be a part of life, i like to see whn i am in mangalore

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