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Mangaluru : The investiture ceremony was presided by Rev. Fr Patrick Rodrigues. Dr Santhosh T Soans, HOD of Pediatrics, AJ Institute of Medical Sciences, had gracefully accepted the invitation to witness the occasion as Chief Guest, as the new office bearers take their post.

The program was preceded by a photo session of the old and new student council along with their staff advisors. The ceremony began at 3:30 pm, with a procession led by Mr. Jason D’Souza, Student Council President 2015-16, followed by the Student Council 2015-16, the new Student Council 2016-17, the dignitaries and staff advisors. Ms. Anagha Bagi, General Secretary, 2015-16 welcomed the audience, consisting of the dignitaries, the HODs of various departments, teaching and non-teaching staff and students of the institution. Following which, the previous office bearers handed over their charge, each member relieving their respective duties with parting words of wisdom to the new student council. Mr. Jason D’souza handed over the college flag to Mr. Raymond Antony, marking the start of a new Council.The new office bearers were then given their badges by the Chief Guest, Dr. Santhosh T Soans. With the above in hand as a glorious armour, the new office bearers vowed to uphold their duties as Student Council Members, in an oath, presided by the Dean, FMMC, Dr. Jayaprakash Alva, followed by the institutional anthem.

 Thereafter, the Chief Guest, Dr. Santhosh T Soans, a man of great calibre, presented a truly inspiring speech, leaving a mark on the new office bearers with his words of wisdom and thoughts on leadership. Reverend Father Patrick Rodrigues, handed over the certificates to the previous Student Council and their staff advisors. Mr. Jason D’Souza, addressed the gathering, on his experiences, reviewing the year that passed, and wishing well for the year to come. This was followed by Mr. Raymond Antony’s maiden speech as president, with promises of a holistic betterment and determination to fulfill it. Reverend Father Patrick Rodrigues, addressed the gathering, appreciating the previous council for their work and congratulating the new leaders, sharing a few words of wisdom.A memento of appreciation was presented to the Chief Guest. The program reached its end, with a vote of thanks from the General Secretary 2016-17, Ms. Tanvi Pinto.  All in all, the program was a success and marked a new beginning.