Aug 16, 2024 : On the occasion of 78th Independence Day, ICYM Moodbidri Unit conducted the flag-hoisting ceremony at Corpus Christi Church Moodbidri. The Corpus Christi Church band escorted the guests- ex military officer Mr. Lancy Menda including Rev. Fr. Onil D’Souza, ICYM Golden Jubilee Convener Mr. Vincent Mascarenhas and ICYM President Mr. Vian D’Souza to the flagpole. Ms. Anisha Noronha introduced the chief guest and expertly compered the ceremony.
After the flag was hoisted, the Chief Guest, ex military officer Mr. Lancy Menda addressed the gathering, urging the youth to contribute actively to nation-building through their strength and support.
In a special moment during the event, parishioner Mr. Clareson Serrao was felicitated for successfully completing the CA examination, conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Ms. Divita read out his significant achievement in the field of commerce.
The ceremony concluded with the distribution of sweets, leaving the participants with a sense of patriotism and community spirit.