UMK to host Fun Filled Evening 2011

August 10, 2011

Mangalore, August 10: United Mangaloreans Kuwait Group will be organising a "Fun Filled Evening 2011", on October 7, 2011, at American International School Auditorium, Maidan Hawalli, Kuwait at 5.30p.m., in aid of 'White Doves”, a shelter for homeless destitutes in Mangalore.

In a press release, the UMK has stated that the motto of the programme is to introduce the hidden talents of Mangaloreans in Kuwait. During the program people will witness many new faces who never had a chance to showcase their talents, along with some UMK artists who had already exhibited their talents in the past, it said.

The programme comprises of melodious songs, foot-tapping dances and a Konkani hilarious comedy drama “sangon mugdana”, written by Mr. Pradeep Barboza, Paladka, Directed by our own Mr. Ronald D'Souza, Mulky, the able director, who successfully staged two comedy plays in the past two years, the release said.

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Udupi school girl Shagun Verma Hegde to lead India U-15 volleyball team in China

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December 2,2025

Udupi, Dec 2: A wave of regional pride is sweeping through Udupi district as Shagun S Verma Hegde, a talented Class 9 student from Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, has been named the captain of the Indian National Team for the Under-15 Girls’ Volleyball Championship.

Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

A Remarkable Journey to the Top

Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

• She was the only player from Udupi district to qualify for the state-level selection camp.

• Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

• The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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