Kanara Catholic Association (KCA) Bangalore convened their 71st Annual General Body Meeting at the Konkan Samudhai Bhavan, Bangalore, on Sunday, 21st September 2025.

The morning commenced with Mass celebrated by Fr. Sandeep Menezes CSsR who delivered a pertinent homily of courage and strength, with the choir elevating the Mass with stirring hymns in English and Konkani. To signify our Monthi Fest tradition, the Maria Bambina was venerated with the culturally joyous showering of blooms and petals to Konkani hymns that connect Mangalorean Catholics to our roots.

The Annual General Meeting was conducted in order with all matters on the agenda presented, adopted and passed. The outgoing Managing Committee presented a succinct Secretary’s report highlighting achievements in various verticals. The auditors’ report, financial statements were announced and an update of the KCA land was also provided. As the Managing Committee stepped down, Returning Officer Bertha Fernandes oversaw the elections for the new Managing Committee.

The KCA Bangalore Managing Committee 2025-26 are: Shanti Peres (President), Roshan Menezes (Vice President), Palini Pinto (Secretary), Ajay Fernandes (Treasurer), Coreen Dsouza Fareed (Jt. Secretary) and Managing Committee Members: Crystal Crasta, Dianney Lobo, Jane Pereira, Joanita Britto, Karen Pais Prabhu, Lunita Pais Dsa, Luvena Rangel, Prajwal Mathias, Reena Serrao, Rohan Pais, Susan Gojer, Tina Alva and Violet Ferrao.

This year, the KCA Manik Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred upon Dr. Philomena Peris for her exemplary contributions to the community. The award is for successfully accomplished individuals of our community in various fields of social impact, business and philanthropy and for having contributed substantial time and expertise to help build the community.

The day concluded with a sumptuous traditional Monthi Fest lunch and fellowship that highlighted culture and celebrated abundance.