Events

June 24, 2017: Sevak Publication, a venture of Capuchin Media Publication brought to light two Konkani Books namely “Samasyank Parihar” by Dr Judi Pinto and “Garjethekid Gazali” by Mrs Felicy Lobo, Derebail on 24th June 2017, at 4.00 p.m. This book release event began with the evening refreshment at 3.30 p.m.

Fr. Darel Fernandes, the Editor of “Kutmacho Sevak” the konkani monthly welcomed the gathering with a short prayer and his words of welcome. The new book “Samasyank Parihar” was introduced by Irine Rebello, a well-known writer and poet, after which it was released by Fr Maxim Disilva, the manager of Assisi Press, Mangalore. Mr. Naveen Kulshekar introduced the second book “Garjethekid Gazali” which was then released by Rev Fr Jerom, the principal of St Aloysius High School, Mangalore.

Fr Maxim Disilva, in his message brought out the importance of the books in the society. Poet Wilson Kateel, a popular Konkani poet, writer and editor in his message stressed on the need of reading Konkani and making use of social media platforms for the development of Konkani. Fr Jerom Furtado SJ, the president of this evening program congratulated both Dr Judy Pinto and Mrs Felcy Lobo for their contribution to the Konkani literature and wished them success in the future endeavours.

Towards the end of the event a short humorous poetry recital was held. Six popular poets namely Naveen Surathkal, Mundrel Crylil, Roshu Bajpe, Herolpius, Charli Kulshekar, Ashok kumar Kasargod recited their humours poems. Fr Jawahar thanked each and everyone for their presence and making this event a success. Dr. Dimple Fernandes, the member of the Sevak editorial board compèred the whole programme. The presence of good many veteran poets, writers, priests, family members and friends of Dr Judy Pinto and Mrs. Filcy Lobo made the evening event memorable.