The Capuchin Krishik
Seva Kendra (CKSK), supported by the Kuwait Canara Welfare
Association (KCWA), organized the disbursement of the Suvidya 2024
interest-free loan at Vimukti, Belthangady on Sunday, July 14. The
loan aims to support the higher education needs of economically
disadvantaged youths in the diocese of Mangalore.
A total of 30 students have applied for the Suvidya 2024 scheme. The
program commenced with a prayer. On the dais, Mr. Naveen Mascarenhas
the President of KCWA, Ms. Mabel Andrade, a nominated committee
member, Rev. Fr. Able Lobo, parish priest of St. Antony Church Ujire,
Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas director of CKSK-Vimukti, and Rev. Fr.
Rohan Lobo, assistant director of CKSK-Vimukti, were present.
A new database for Suvidya was launched by Mr. Naveen Mascarenhas,
which helps to keep track of all the documentation. Laveena, the
program coordinator, gave a bird's-eye view of Suvidya 2018–2024.
Fr. Rohan Lobo delivered the introductory talk.
Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas and Fr. Abel Lobo honored the KCWA President
for their exceptional support. In his address, Naveen encouraged
students to pursue higher education and wished well for the
students. Fr. Abel expressed his happiness towards the work done by
the organization and expressed his gratitude to KCWA for the
meritorious work they take up for the betterment of society. Ms.
Mabel Andrade expressed in her talk the long journey of KCWA and
exhorted all to help others as we improve.
Past Suvidya beneficiaries shared their gratitude towards the
organization for helping them pursue their education.
Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas, director, expressed gratitude to KCWA for
their dedicated service in assisting youths in pursuing higher
education within the Diocese of Mangalore. He also extended his
gratitude and wishes to all the members of the KCWA for their
commitment to addressing homeland issues. A total of Rs 1236,000 was
disbursed this year for 30 applicants.
Christal served as the program's compere, and Laveena delivered the
vote of thanks.
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