Media Release

Mangaluru, Feb 4: St Aloysius Gonzaga School solemnly organised ‘Jyothi Pradaan’ ceremony at Loyola Hall to honour and bid farewell to the outgoing students of classes X and XII. The meaningful programme with a theme ‘Beacon of Hope’ marked an important milestone in the students’ academic journey and was filled with reflection, gratitude, and hope.

The ceremony was graced by the chief guest, Dr Praveen Martis SJ, vice chancellor of St Aloysius University. Fr Melwin Joseph Pinto SJ, Rector, presided over the function, while Fr Rohan D’Almeida, principal, welcomed the gathering. In his address, Dr Martis encouraged students to dream big and live by Jesuit values.

Fr Melwin Joseph Pinto reminded them that true growth comes with responsibility, respect for parents, faith, and service to humanity. In his welcome, principal, Fr Rohan D’Almeida reminded the students to remain true to the school motto by living lives of discipline, faith, and compassion.

The programme began with solemn entry of the valedictorians, school anthem, and a prayer service. Nysha Shromith Kamath (class X) and Melvon Jenson Pereira (class XII) spoke on behalf of the outgoing students, sharing memories and gratitude. Parents Dechamma and Sahana Margaret expressed their appreciation to the management and teachers. The outgoing head-boy Swithin handed over the responsibilities to the newly elected head-girl Rhea Jessica Rego. The ceremony concluded with the symbolic lighting and handing over of diyas, signifying the spreading of knowledge and light.