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Rev. Fr. John Alwyn Dias President

Rev. Fr. Joel Lopes
Vice -President

Rev. Fr. Fredrick Braggs
Secretary

Rev. Fr. Edwin Dsouza
Treasurer

Rev Fr Rohan Lobo
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Rev. Fr. Arun Stephan Lobo Member

Rev. Fr. Prakash Melwyn Colaco
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CAPUCHIN KRISHIK SEVA KENDRA ®
Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra (CKSK) is a voluntary organization run by Franciscan Capuchin Fathers of Karnataka Province, registered as a Society in 1976. CKSK is situated in Dakshina Kannada District; the taluk is at the eastern end of the coastal district and at the foothills of the Western Mountain Ranges. Since 1969 it has initiated its effort for the development of the economically poor and the backward people, irrespective of their caste and creed. Ever since, it has been working without stop for the development of the poor by considering the different issues, programs based on the need of the people at different stages.

It is only because of the sacrifices of generous donors that we are today successful in providing various facilities to the children at Daya Special School - Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas
A parent’s meeting and World Caregiver's Day celebration were organized at Daya Special School on 29.10.2025. On the occasion, the Director of Daya Special School, Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas, wished all the caregivers a happy World Caregiver's Day. He said, the Daya Special School has been providing various services to 150 specially gifted children for the past 08 years. Many kind-hearted donors have given up their small desires and aspirations and given the money they saved to our organization to provide better services to these special children. In return for their sacrifice, today we all work harder than we could for these children in the organization to capacitate them to overcome their disabilities. We along with our qualified staff, children are given all the trainings and therapies they need in the school to live well in the society like everyone else. The role of all parents and caregivers of these children is very important in our journey. Today, we honour all our parents on this auspicious occasion and wish them that, all the services they provide to these children to be considered by the God and may their efforts be rewarded in hundred folds. Speaking at the event, Mr. Subhkar, the president of the school teacher parent association, expressed his gratitude for the help and cooperation of the director and all the staff of this institution. And he said, because of the service they provide in the school to each of our children, today our children have been able to achieve progress in all aspects and for that we all are indebted to this institution. All the parents and caregivers of the children were honoured with flowers by the director rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas. Student Kumari Rashmi sang a song that symbolized the bond between parents and children.

General Body Meeting of Vimukti SHG Trust
The General Body Meeting of Vimukti SHG Trust was held on 19th October 2025 at Vimukti Sabha Bhavan, Belthangady. The meeting was presided over by Mrs. Shali, the President of Vimukti SHG Trust. Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas, Director of Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra, Laila Unit, and Rev. Fr. Rohan Lobo, Assistant Director of Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra, Belthangady, graced the occasion and shared the dais. The program commenced with a welcome address by Mrs. Prameela. Mrs. Raina Lobo, Secretary of Vimukti SHG Trust, presented the annual report and the minutes of the previous meeting. The accountant then provided a detailed explanation of the cluster meetings, loans, audit process, and profit disbursement, followed by the presentation of the estimated budget for the upcoming year. Rev. Fr. Rohan Lobo spoke about innovative ways to raise funds for Vidyasnehi—an interest-free educational loan program initiated in 2020. In his address, Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas emphasized the importance of prioritizing education for children over material comforts and encouraged all groups to maintain proper documentation. In her presidential address, Mrs. Shali urged members to extend their cooperation in implementing new initiatives and moving forward collectively. A total of 57 members participated in the meeting. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mrs. Annamma, followed by a sumptuous lunch.

Diwali Celebration at Daya Special School
Diwali the festival of light was celebrated on October 18th, 2025 at Daya Special School. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas, the Director of Daya Special School presided over the program. The chief guest Fr. Paul Sebastian D'Souza, the parish priest of Holy Cross Church, Manjotti and Mrs. Sujatha, special educator Daya Special School were present on the stage. The program was started with the prayer song by the students and the teachers and the program was symbolically inaugurated by lighting lamp and the diyas which symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Fr. Vinod Mascarenas, the director of the organization, explained the importance of the day. He wished everyone a happy Diwali by conveying the message that since it is difficult to bring people together in the community as we in the Organization use to do earlier in the community celebrations, we celebrate Diwali in our school with all children without considering their caste or creed. Diwali should not be simply a celebration but it should bring a positive changes in our attitudes and behaviours which always think about others and their happiness and pain. And we should teach our children a moral of spreading the light in other’s lives rather make others to suffer. The chief guest of the program, Fr. Paul Sebastian D’Souza, demonstrated various types of magic and explained the speciality of the Diwali festival to the children through his magic tricks. At the end, the students entertained everyone with their songs and dances. All the teaching and non-teaching staff of the school and special children were present in the program. Special Educator Mrs. Chiranjeevi welcomed the gathering and the supportive teacher Mrs. Suraksha thanked everyone and the program was hosted by the special educator Ms. Priya.

International Girl Child Day
International Girl Child Day was celebrated on October 11 at Daya Special School. Mrs. Anisha and her family members, Mrs. Merin, the Counsellor of Daya Special School, were present at the event. Mrs. Merin explained the significance of Girls' Day, the purpose of celebrating Girls' Day around the world, and the importance of this day. Then, flowers were given to all the girl children of the school and wishes were extended on the occasion of Girls' Day. All the teaching and non-teaching staff of the school and special children were present in this program. Mr. Melvin and Mrs. Anisha arranged a special meal for the children.

Nutrition and dietary awareness program
Vimukti SHG trust conducted the awareness program on intake of nutritious food and its benefits on our health in Badyar, Bajire, Kalenja and Kayarthadka clusters of the Taluka. Primary health care officers Ms. Rekha and Ms. Sujatha explained the importance of nutritious food in maintaining the balanced diet and health. A variety of food items were showcased by the women of these clusters. Ms. Rohini, Ms. Savitha and Ms. Jalajakshi represented the organization during the program. The program was arranged and conducted by the women of Badyar, Bajire, Kalenja and Kayarthadka clusters of Vimukti SHG Trust.

“Importance of Cleanliness” Program in Govt. Schools
Vimukti SHG Trust, Laila, distributed cleanliness kits to 9 government schools of the Taluk in the month of July, 2025, and created awareness of cleanliness in children. Govt. Higher Primary School, Halepete: 09.07.2025 ASHA activist Ms. Manjula shared important points on how malaria and dengue spread and asked the children to keep their surroundings clean. SDMC president, head teacher of the school, all staff and students, and also CKSK mobiliser Rohini were present. Later Ms. Rohini presented the cleanliness kit, consisting of 2 buckets, a mug, a toilet brush, and 5 litres of phenyl, to the school. Govt. Higher Primary School, Kuntalapalike: 10.07.2025 CHO Mr. Jagadish demonstrated the right way of washing hands. ASHA activist Ms. Rajeevi, Gram Panchayat member Ms. Bhaathi, mobiliser Savitha, and the school HM and staff were present. Govt. Higher Primary School, Koyyur: 14.07.2025 CHO Ms. Geetha explained to the children the different ways to keep themselves away from contagious diseases by keeping the surroundings clean. SDMC president Mr. Vinay, ASHA activist Ms. Kusuma, mobiliser Savitha, the school HM, and all staff were present. Govt. Higher Primary School, Malebettu: 15.07.2025 PHCO Ms. Harinakshi gave awareness on first aid for snake and dog bites along with the importance of cleanliness. ASHA activist Ms. Jayanthi, mobiliser Ms. Savitha, HM, and all the staff were present. Govt. Higher Primary School, Arambodi: 21.07.2025 CHO Mr. Kiran Kumar put light on surrounding cleanliness. SHG Cluster president Ms. Yashavanthi, Mobiliser Savitha, HM, and all the staff were present.

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