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Solemnity of the Assumption and Independence Day Celebrations at
Pushpashrama
Pushpashrama Institute of Philosophy and Religion joyfully celebrated
the 80th Independence Day of India on 15 August, together with the
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, at the Infant
Jesus Shrine.
A solemn Eucharistic celebration was held at 7:00 a.m., during which the
community thanked God for granting us the hope of resurrection through
the Assumption of Our Lady and prayed for His blessings upon the nation
and its people. The main celebrant was Fr Vijay D’Costa, assisted by Fr
Alphonse Britto, Rector of the Institute and Fr Wilfred Rodrigues, the
visiting professor. The brothers contributed to the celebration through
the choir and by serving at Mass.
Following the Mass, the community and the faithful gathered for the
flag-hoisting ceremony. Rev. Fr Alphonse Britto, the Rector and chief
guest, unfurled the National Flag. The gathering then paid tribute to
the nation by singing the National Anthem. Br Flostan served as the
parade commander. The brothers beautifully sang the Kannada patriotic
song Kana Kanava Tumba, composed by Mr Tony Rozario. Br Mark Murali
delivered an address reflecting on the deeper meaning of freedom. He
reminded everyone that authentic freedom is not merely political
independence, but a way of life rooted in responsibility and service to
others. His message encouraged all present to cherish the sacrifices of
the freedom fighters and to contribute positively to the peace and
progress of the country. The celebration concluded with the distribution
of sweets to the people. As it was a holiday for the Institute, the
brothers spent the evening on a movie outing.
On 16 August, the “Independence Day Cup” was held at the Presentation
School grounds at 2:30 p.m. The cricket tournament was played among
three teams, each comprising ten members. The league matches consisted
of four overs each, while the final was played over six overs. The team
captained by Br Clevin emerged victorious. The Independence Day Cup
trophy was presented to the winning team by Fr Prakash Tauro, Councillor
for Temporalities, along with Fr Alphonse Britto, Rector, in the
presence of Fr Richard Saldanha, Master of Students and Fr Prithesh
Crasta, Assistant Master of Students. The tournament, followed by a
friendly match, concluded at 6:30 p.m.
Thus, the celebration of India’s Independence Day and the Solemnity of
the Assumption of Our Lady was marked by great fervour, jubilation and
brotherhood.
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