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Mangaluru, Oct 19: St Aloysius ITI, Mangaluru, celebrated Ayudha Pooja and the inauguration of the Student Council for the academic year 2026–27 on Monday, October 19. The programme began in front of the diploma office and continued in the Main Hall. The celebration brought together the institute’s management, staff and students to mark the occasion and formally welcome the newly elected Student Council.

Fr Antony Pais SJ, finance officer of St Aloysius Deemed to be University, was the chief guest. Nimran Fayaz, Foreman at Global Clearinghouse System, Kuwait, and an alumnus of the MRAC trade (2015–17), attended as the guest of honour. The programme was held in the presence of the director, Fr John D’Souza SJ; vice principal, Alwyn Menezes; training officers, Noel Lobo and Wilson N; and programme convenor, Kiran D’Souza.

All staff members and students were present for the programme. The opening programme was held in front of the Diploma Office. It included an introduction to Ayudha Pooja, a prayer song, a prayer service led by Fr Antony Pais SJ, readings from the Bible, Bhagavad Gita and Quran, prayer intentions, and a blessing prayer.

The programme then continued in the Main Hall with an introduction to Ayudha Pooja, a welcome speech and an address on the significance of Ayudha Pooja. The Student Council was formally inaugurated, followed by the oath-taking ceremony for the elected council members. The student council president delivered an address, followed by the guest speech and presidential address. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, and refreshments were served to the students.

Conclusion

The celebration combined the observance of Ayudha Pooja with the formal inauguration of the student council for 2026–27. The oath-taking ceremony marked the beginning of the elected representatives’ responsibilities in student leadership and participation in institute activities. The programme concluded on a positive note with the participation of the management, staff and students.