Over a hundred artworks by 25 talented artists are showcased at the “Different Strokes” exhibition at Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panjim, in support of Don Bosco’s Charities. The exhibition unites well-known and emerging artists in a meaningful effort to uplift marginalized communities, with all proceeds going toward Don Bosco’s outreach programmes.
Former Indian national team footballer and Chennaiyin FC star Mandar Rao Dessai believes Goa continues to nurture incredible sporting talent but needs stronger support systems to help athletes reach their potential. Speaking at a sports kit distribution event in Arpora–Nagoa, Mandar emphasized that while infrastructure and opportunities have improved, young players still require mentorship, guidance, and community backing to succeed. He urged families, local bodies, and sports organizations to invest in nurturing youth talent early, highlighting discipline, dedication, and passion as keys to Goa’s sporting future.
Disability Rights Association of Goa (DRAG) celebrated 22 years of dedicated service to persons with disabilities. The occasion featured a Cyber Crime Awareness session by Cyber Yoddha Sahil Awasthi and PC Anmol from Panaji Police, highlighting precautions against cyber fraud. DRAG reaffirmed its commitment to mainstreaming persons with disabilities and distributed food grains to 90 families.
In a community-focused effort to support education, Cumbarjua MLA Rajesh Faldessai distributed school materials to students of several government primary schools under Deccan Fine Chemicals’ CSR initiative. The event covered schools in Corlim, Old Goa, Cumbarjua, Carambolim, Adkon, Bhoma, and Marcela and saw active participation from CSR Head Gaurav Kudchadkar, Site Head Kiran Dessai, H.R. Yogesh Arora, and A.D.E.I Neeta Faldessai.
Ethernet Xpress Foundation organized a blanket distribution drive at Jeevan Anand Aashram in Parra, Mapusa, offering vital support to the destitute. Speaking at the event, MD Sagar Govekar called on society to step up and help the Aashram address its space and funding challenges. The initiative highlights the importance of community-backed efforts to empower and uplift Goa’s most vulnerable.
