-News n Pics : Vishwas Carvalho
In a heartwarming display of communal harmony, representatives from the Christian community in Barkur paid a cordial visit to the prominent Ganesh Utsav committee members on the occasion of the Ganesh festival. The delegation, led by the Parish Priest Rev Fr Ronald Miranda conveyed festive greetings on behalf of the Christian brethren in the area.
Jossy Fernandes, Vice President of Parish Council, Jerald Gonsalves, Herald D’Souza, Shaila D’Souza, Vivet Lewis and Praveen Carvalho accompanied Parish Priest.
In a gesture of goodwill, the Ganesh Utsav committee members lead by Mr.Shrinivas Shettigar, Mr.Umesh Acharya, Sathish Amin and others honored the parish priest by presenting him with a traditional shawl, symbolizing their appreciation for the Christian community's initiative.
During the meeting, the Ganesh Utsav organizers took the opportunity to express their admiration for the Christian residents of Barkur. They spoke highly of the community's contributions to the local society and their role in maintaining the town's harmonious social fabric.
The visit by the Christian delegation, led by the parish priest, not only celebrates the festive spirit of Ganesh Utsav but also reinforces the message of brotherhood and peaceful coexistence. Such initiatives play a crucial role in nurturing an environment of trust and understanding between different religious communities, especially during significant festivals.
As the Ganesh Utsav celebrations continue, this gesture of goodwill from the Christian community has added an extra layer of joy to the festivities, embodying the true spirit of unity in diversity that Barkur prides itself on.