The Women’s Commission holds elections and Honours Singing Competition Winners

The Women’s Commission of the Diocese of Karwar elected new office bearers and distributed prizes to singing competition winners at KDDC Hall in Karwar on 26 October 2026. Approximately 140 women attended the program.

Bishop Duming Dias led the introductory prayer and delivered a presidential address. He described the structure of various diocesan commissions and encouraged members to participate in the diocesan pastoral plan through cooperation and unity. Regarding the elections, Bishop Dias stated that leaders should work sincerely for the people, maintain a clear vision, and foster unity.

The event included a symbolic watering of a sapling by officials. Bishop Dias, Rev. Fr. Stewart Fernandes, Secretary of the Commission for Social Communication, and Mrs. Jane Rodrigues were honored during the program. Other attendees included Rev. Fr. Steven D’Souza, Director of KDDC, Rev. Fr. Roshan Fernandes, and several religious sisters.