On second of this month in Candolim Dando, at the Bom Sucesso Restaurant, Candolim Senior Citizens Association organized their get-together to mark the second anniversary of the formation of their association in Candolim. The anniversary function was attended by the members and other especial invitees.
Seated from left are: Adriano-A.veronica addressing the gathering-D. Borker-Timble
The chief guest was Mr. Prabakhar Timble while Dilip Borker was the guest of honour. Both of them gave high quality speeches and impressed the audience extremely well. Both were very active in social and other fields.
Dr. Shivananda Verlenkar (a Scientist) at right is seen felicitated
Seen above is Dilip Borker felicitating educationist Luiza D'Souza
The function started with singing of traditional Manddo with Dulpods by the excellent group from Majorda under the leadership of Jude Michael Gracias. It was a great Mando with the beautiful Dulpods rendered by both the lead singers Jude Michael Gracias and Valency with the excellent musical score provided by the young musicians playing the Violin, Gumott, Guitar and other important instruments.
The vice president of this association Mr. Mahambrey, Mrs. Victoria and Mrs. Philomena com peered the proceedings.
One of the great educationists Luiza D'Souza
During the function, three prominent personalities from Candolim were felicitated for their contribution in their activities in different fields, namely the president of the association Mr. A. Veronica Fernandes, Dr. Shivananda Verlekar and Luiza D’Souza.
Arkanj Monteiro seen proposing the vote of thanks
The vote of thanks was proposed by one of the members Mrs. Arkanj Monteiro.
Finally the delicious lunch was served to all the attendees and closed the function.
A.Veronica Fernandes.