Founders’ Day Celebrated by All Banks’ Christian Employees Association
Mangaluru, June 15, 2025 – The All Banks’ Christian Employees Association (R), Mangaluru (ABCEA), celebrated Founders’ Day with great fervor and enthusiasm at Don Bosco Hall, Mangaluru. Mr. Marcel M. D’Souza, President of ABCEA, presided over the function, which was graced by the Chief Guest, Mr. Alwyn D’Sa, Registrar of St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangaluru.
Loving tributes were paid to the late Mr. D.J. Patrao, Mr. Edward E. Ferrao, and Mr. Vincent L. D’Souza, who played significant roles in shaping the association.
Eminent personalities from the Catholic community were honored during the event. They included Mr. Allen Pereira, former Chairman of Bank of Maharashtra; Mr. Charles Lobo, former Chief of the Indian Postal Service; Mrs. Sandra Lorena, former General Manager of Karnataka Bank Ltd.; and Mrs. Irene Rebello, District Manager of NULM and Director of MCC Bank Ltd. They were felicitated with shawls, flower bouquets, and mementos as tokens of appreciation for their contributions.
The evening featured an entertaining Gumtam show performed by the Kulshekar Gumtam Group, led by Mr. Anil and Mrs. Irene Rebello, which captivated the audience.
Mr. Marcel M. D’Souza delivered the welcome address, while the vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. Sunil Menezes, General Manager of MCC Bank Ltd., expressing gratitude to all participants, guests, and organizers. Mr. Dolphy Saldanha compered the programme.
The event concluded on a joyful note, with attendees expressing their appreciation for the well-organized celebration.
