About Us
Established in 1998, Federation of Konkani Catholic associations (FKCA) aims to advocate for the rights and interests of Christians in society, not only in Karnataka and India but also across the globe. Currently, FKCA comprises 35 Konkani Catholic associations, including 11 associations in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chikmagalur, as well as associations in Dubai, Kuwait, Qatar, USA, UK, Canada, Germany and other locations.
FKCA has been actively involved in various programmes such as education scholarships, healthcare initiatives, medical aid, and blood donation camps to support those in need, regardless of their religious or cultural background.
Additionally, FKCA has generously donated houses to the victims of the Kodagu Flood.
The FKCA (Federation of Konkani Catholic Associations), established in 1998 for espousing the cause of Konkani Catholics of Bengaluru and also to work in the larger interests of the community not only in the entire state of Karnataka and other parts of India but also around the globe. It comprises as many as 34 active Konkani Catholic associations in different parts of Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chikmagaluru, Shimoga besides member associations in different countries, including UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, USA, UK, Canada, Germany etc. The FKCA today has made a strong presence by putting forth and taking up grievance of Konkani Catholic community with several governments as a united forum and fighting for their rights.
Major achievements of the Federation include:
- Taking the initiative in helping several members of different affiliated associations in getting we-developed housing sites and low cost housing apartments.
- Free Medical / Dental / Eye camps / hearing wellness camps for all communities.
- Provided free Spectacles and Cataract surgeries for poor of all communities.
- Blood donation camp
- Free Placement service cell, Matrimonial cell
- Founded a professional organization "Kanara Entrepreneurs" for Entrepreneurs and Professionals.
- Federation Sports day - Mangalore Mazaa (annual sports event)
- Instituted the annual “Konkani Catholic Achievers” awards, honouring lifetime achievement, professional excellence and entrepreneurship among Konkani Catholics
- Annual Federation Day
- Provided education scholarships to members of the community to support higher learning
- Actively advocates for the cause and rights of Konkani-Catholics of Bengaluru and beyond, fostering cultural pride and identity
- Maintains a network of member associations worldwide and facilitates coordination among them
- A job-fair with over 50 companies and 1,000+ vacancies
- “CEO Connect” session in collaboration with the affiliated professional body Kanara Entrepreneurs, featuring keynote and panel of industry-leaders (e.g., Irina Ghose of Microsoft India) on the theme “The Era of Artificial Intelligence: Are you ready?”
- “Cancer Relief Fund” and other charitable activities
- Advocacy for rights and interests of Konkani Catholics in India and globally
| Anthony Gonsalves | 2025- |
|---|---|
| Robert Cutinha | 2023-25 |
| Silvian Noronha | 2019-23 |
| Dr.Anand Edward Dsouza | 2017-19 |
| Arun Fernandes | 2016-17 |
| Edward Dsouza | 2014-16 |
| Aida Margaret D’cunha | 2012-14 |
| Valerian Fernandes | 2010-12 |
| Charles Gomes | 2008-10 |
| Valerian Fernandes | 2005-08 |
| Austin Roach | 2004-05 |
| Brig. Gerald J Gonsalves | 2003-04 |
| Austin Roach | 2002-03 |
| Henry J. Pinto | 1998-02 |
| Year | Lifetime | Entrepreneur | Professional Excellence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Fr. Cedric Prakash | Brilliant Printers Private Limited | Justice John Michael D'Cunha |
| 2021 | Dr. Kiran Kamal Prasad | Sri Michael D'Souza | Sri Stephen Quadros |
| 2019 | Margaret Francis Furtado | George S Fernandes | Charles Lobo |
| 2018 | Paul Moras | Vivek Aranha | Corrine Rasquinha |
| 2017 | Irene Castelino | Walter Nandalike | Meena Rebimbus |
| 2016 | Henry D'Souza | James Mendonca | Dr. Michael Lobo |
| 2015 | Edwin Joseph Francis D'Souza | Austin Roach | Jacob Crasta |
| 2014 | Leslie Joseph Fernandes | Benadict Machado | Richard Lewis |
| 2013 | Pascal Alan Nazareth | Rafael Sequeira | Melvin Rodrigues |
| 2012 | Eric Ozario | Lancy Mascarenhas | Norbert (Na D'Souza) |
| 2011 | Prashanth Madtha | Ronald Colaco | Dr. Antony Pais |
| 2010 | Wilfy Rebimbus | Adrian D'souza | Albert Tauro |
| 2009 | Clarence Pais | Felix Lobo | Joe Lobo |
| 2008 | John D'silva | Albert D'souza | Allan Pereira |
| 2007 | Shirthadi William Pinto | Lawrence Mendonca | Robinson D'Souza |
| 2006 | AV Rego | Ivan Fernandes | Dr. Edward Nazareth |
| Robert Cutinha (Present Chairman) (2023 -25) |
| Silvian Noronha (2022-23) Immediate Former Chairman |
| Dr Anand Edward D'Souza 2017-2019) |
| Arun Fernandes (2016-2017) |
| Victor Edward D'Souza (2014-2016) |
| Aida Margaret DCunha (2012-2014) |
| Charles Gomes (2008-2010) |
| Valerian R Fernandes (2005-2008) & (2010-2012) |
| Late Brigadier Gerald John Gonsalves (2003-2004) |
| Austin Roach (2002-2003) & (2004-2005) |
| Henry J Pinto Founder Chairman (1998-2002) |