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Omzoor, Sep 19 : Catholic Sabha Mangalore Pradesh (R), Omzoor Unit organised Antakshari Competition "Do Re Mi Fa - Season 2" on 17th September, 2023 at Holy Family Church Sabha Bhavan, Omzoor.

Program began with invoking God's blessings by Francis Mendonca and team. John Preetham Dsouza, president Catholic Sabha Omzoor welcomed the gathering. Parish Priest Fr Alwyn Dcunha inaugurated the competition and wished all the success to the program and encouraged all the participants. A well-known singer Robin Sequeira was the judge for the competition. Babitha Dsouza introduced the judge to the gathering. Melwyn Braggs compered the inaugural ceremony.

14 wards actively participated in the competition and showcased their enthusiasm and thoroughly enjoyed the event. 14 wards were divided into two groups of A and B with 7 teams each. Best 3 teams from each group qualified for the finals. Steven Dsouza and Babitha Dsouza conducted the competition.

The finalists were Baddurkana ward, Kodman Ward, Arkula II Ward, Thev Ward, Baddur Ward and Mayyadi II Ward.

Guests on the dais were Parish Priest, Fr Alwyn Dcunha; Arther Dsouza, vice president of PPC; Dafny Lewis, Secretary of PPC; Elroy Saldanha, coordinator of all church commissions; Robin Sequeira, Judge of the competition; John Preetham Dsouza, president of Catholic Sabha, Omzoor. Guests distributed the prizes to the winners and all the finalist teams.

First place was bagged by Kodman Ward. Arkula II won second place. Winners were awarded with cash prizes, a trophy, medals and certificates. Four finalist teams were awarded consolation prizes.

The participants shared their reviews and expressed their thoughts regarding the competition. This event was truly instrumental by providing an opportunity to a large group of participants to showcase their talent.

Josna Dsouza proposed vote of thanks. Vivian Pereira compered the concluding ceremony.