The programme was organised with an objective of orienting the students towards Konkani Culture, Language and Heritage alongside personality development and soft skill training.
A one day “Orientation and Personal Effectiveness Programme” was organised on July 2, 2015, for the students of Konkani Bhasha Vidyarthi Mandal in association with World Konkani Centre. The programme was organised with an objective of orienting the students towards Konkani Culture, Language and Heritage alongside personality development and soft skill training.
The programme commenced with Mr. Gurudath Bantwalkar providing insights to the Konkani Culture and Language. The programme was conducted by two resource persons Mrs. K. Vidya Shenoy and Mrs. Preetham Kamath who covered the areas of interpersonal skills, team work and communication skills through various activities. As a part of the Konkani Heritage and Culture the students also visited the museum and the library. 63 students of the first and second year graduation from different streams benefitted from the workshop.
The programme was concluded with the Valedictory Ceremony, the Chief Guest being Mr. Allen C.A. Pereira, Former Chairman, Bank of Maharashtra and Vice President of World Konkani Centre and Presided by Mr. Basti Vaman Shenoy, President, World Konkani Centre. Mr. Gurudath Bantwalkar, Assistant Director, World Konkani Centre and Co-Ordinator of the programme was also present. Staff Convener Mrs. Seema Prabhu S., welcomed the gathering and Ms. Sandhya Bhandary S., delivered vote of thanks. The ceremony was carried by Mr. Girish Nayak.
The students learnt what is Konkani Culture, Language and Heritage , its importance , alongside personality development and soft skill training.
Report by:
Mrs.Seema Prabhu S.
