Media Release

Udupi, Jun 24: The school cabinet for the academic year 2026–27 and clubs were inaugurated at Mount Rosary English Medium School, Santhekatte, with a call to students to embrace democratic values and responsible leadership.

Addressing the gathering, Fr Melwyn Mendonca SJ, principal of Milagres Pre-University College, said that the school cabinet serves as a platform for students to understand democracy and the Constitution of India in a practical manner. He emphasised that a true leader is not one who merely assigns tasks to others, but one who leads by example and actively participates in the work.

During the ceremony, Fr Dr Roque D’Souza, school correspondent, administered the oath of office to Leona Ruth D’Souza, who was elected school leader, and Akshaya Ganiga, the deputy school leader. The oath was also administered to the 43-member student cabinet by Sr Ancilla D’Mello, headmistress of the school.

Assistant parish priest Fr Rohan Mascarenhas addressed the newly elected representatives and reminded them that leaders should represent not only those who supported them but also those who opposed them. He stressed the importance of treating everyone equally, describing it as the true essence of democracy.

Teacher Amrutha introduced the guests, while Alwyn Danty assisted in the formation of the student cabinet. Student Parliament coordinators Sabita and Srilakshmi were also present on the dais.

Speaking after assuming office, school leader Leona Ruth D’Souza expressed her gratitude to all those who had placed their trust in her.

The programme began with a welcome by student Princita, while Preetham and Shanal compered the event. Deputy school leader Akshaya Ganiga proposed the vote of thanks.