Mangaluru Bishop to inaugurate Our Lady of Mercy Church on Dec 15

December 3, 2014

Mangaluru, Dec 3: The blessing and inauguration of newly-built Our Lady of Mercy Church, Fajir on the outskirts of the city, will be held on December 15 at 9 a.m.

Mangaluru Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza will bless and celebrate the solemn Eucharist at the newly-built Church. The Bishop will also bless the newly-built presbytery, belfry and Church hall on this occasion.He will also preside over the stage programme after the Eucharistic celebration at 11:30 a.m.

Mangaluru diocese Vicar General Msgr Denis M Prabhu, Ursuline Franciscan Superior General Sr Doreen D'Souza, Mangaluru South deanery vicar Fr Gregory D'Souza, Karnataka State Forest and DK district in-charge minister B Ramanath Rai, State Health Minister U T Khader, Dakshina Kannada MP Nalin Kumar Kateel, Mangaluru South MLA J R Lobo, MLC Ivan D'Souza, ZP member Santhosh Kumar Boliyar, Bantwal Taluk Panchayat member Padmavati Sesappa Poojary, Fajir Grama Panchayat President Florin D'Souza will be the guests of honor.

“Eer Undara…?” a Tulu drama by Ln Devdas Kapikad will be staged at 6:30pm as part of entertainment programme. The procession of head-load offerings ( Vojem Purshavo') will be held from old Church to the newly-built Church on Sunday December 7 at 3:00pm.

A Short History of Fajir Church

“Fajir” a place amongst the greenery is situated near Mangalore University, Konaje, 22 km far from Mangaluru city. The Church dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy here has a long history of 175 years. Before it became an independent Parish in 1841 it was a part of Panir Church. During the course of history three Churches have emerged from this parish and thus this parish has become a mother Church for Ammembal, Mudipu and Elliarpadav Parishes. In 1991 this parish had celebrated its 150 years jubilee.

The parish has St Jospeh's Higher Primary School, it had created a history by becoming the first school in Fajir and has celebrated its centenary jubilee. Throughout the course of history many priests have served this parish and have worked and served the over here and nourished their faith. Now at present this parish has 470 families spread across 16 wards and each of the faithful stand here as a true witness to the values of the Gospels through their service and faith. This parish also has a chapel in Pavur – uliya having 40 families and their spiritual needs are looked after by Caphucin father from Farangipet.

Because of some difficulties when a need for a new parish building arose, the people together with the present parish priest Fr Stany Pereira took up this project and have reached the completion. This whole work was possible through the selfless service by each and every parishioner of this parish,, donors and well wishers. The whole parish remains grateful to God and each and every person who have been the part of this project in their own way.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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