Maram Centre village fetes Rev Fr Dr Sebastian Karottupurum
Source: The Sangai Express

Senapati, October 03 2021: The Maram Centre (Bailangpou) village on Sunday organised a felicitation programme in honour of Rev Fr (Dr) Sebastian Karottupurum SDB , Principal, Don Bosco (Autonomous) Maram at Rev Fr NV Jose Memorial Auditorium, Don Bosco College (Autonomous) Maram.

A release issued by Mram Centre Village Authority stated that Rev Fr (Dr) Sebastian Karottupurum was felicitated for his outstanding performance and contribution in Higher Education.

He was also awarded by the Department of University & Higher Education, Government of Manipur on September 5 coinciding Teacher's Day.

Speaking on behalf of the villagers, Alphonse Daniel said, "the dream of the elders and pioneers that one day the land of the Village will radiate rays of light is turning into reality, today, through the achievement of the College in a different arena" .

Maram Centre village fetes Rev Fr Dr Sebastian Karottupurum

Former Minister, Francis Ngajokpa said, "The Missionaries had taken vows of Poverty, Obedience & Chastity.

As such, whatever role they play, it is purely for the people and that they do not have anything to take back for them.

With those sacrifices by the Missionaries, the College has brought laurels and glory to the land within the span of 21 years".

He further urged the local societies and leaders to continue supporting the college and its authorities.

While expressing his gratitude to the villagers for organising the programme, Rev Fr Dr Sebastian said, "Gratitude & Appreciation encourages one to give extra efforts".

The Principal asked the local people to consider the College as the 'baby' and 'asset' of the area.

He also thanked the leaders of Mao, Poumai, Zeliangrong, Thangal, Kuki and Tangkhul for the constant support extended to the institution.

President Senapati District Students' Association (SDSA) and president Senapati District Women Association (SWDA) also spoke at the programme.

Dr Kanga Monica moderated the programme and Chingpai Rangnamei, District Child Protection Officer, Senapati welcomed the gathering.

Rev Fr Sebastian Jose and Rev Fr Pampackal Joseph said invocation and thanks giving prayer respectively while Hingba John, Member of Managing Board, Don Bosco College proposed vote of thanks.

Special items were presented by Maram Centre Students & Youths Organization, Sunday School Children & Women Society.