Diocesan News

Nov 14 : ICYM Central Council, Diocese of Mangalore participated in “ ಬೆಳೆಂ ಲುವ್ಣಿ '' programme organised by ICYM Siddakatte unit on 13th November 2021 at Kukkedi, Siddakatte. The ICYM Youth gathered to work in the paddy field  of Mr. Denis Rego.

The paddy field was harvested manually. The purpose of this programme was to feel one with the farmers, to understand the struggle they go through in the process of producing rice that we eat in the comforts of our homes. It was also an opportunity to soil hands and be a part of the ground work.

One of the takeaways from this activity was realizing the difficulties faced by the farmers and the joy which they still sustain after a day’s hard work. A farmer is the backbone of our nation and our youth, if not all, at least some should take up the challenge of becoming an agri-preneur and invest in agriculture.

The youth were enthusiastic to work in the  paddy field for a whole day and it was a moment of  joy and excitement in harvesting the paddy field manually. The activity came to an end at 6:00 in the evening. 

Rev Fr. Ashwin Cardoza - Director ICYM Mangalore Diocese, Jaison Crasta - President, Blairil Vishma Dcunha - Secretary, Rainal Goveas - President ICYM Siddakatte Unit, Vivian Dany Moras - Secretary, Diocesan executive committee members , council members  were present. Youth from ICYM Siddakatte, ICYM Mogarnad and ICYM Bambil unit rendered their support. About 30 youths were present and their participation was commendable.