SMS College Alumni Association : Annual General Body Meeting

SMS College Alumni Association : Annual General Body Meeting

*Brahmavar, August 25, 2024*

The Alumni Association of St. Mary’s Syrian College, Brahmavar, organised its Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) today at the college's Mini Auditorium. The event saw an enthusiastic gathering of alumni from various batches, all united in the spirit of reconnecting, rejuvenating, and rebuilding the legacy of their alma mater.

The meeting commenced at 10:00 a.m. with a warm welcome and introductory remarks by the Principal, Dr. Robert Rodrigues. He underscored the impact alumni can have on the continued success of the institution. The agenda included the presentation of the Annual Audited Statement of Accounts for the financial year 2023-24 by the Treasurer, Mr. Albert Roney D'Silva.

One of the key moments of the AGM was the election of new office bearers for the term 2024-2025. The newly elected office bearers include:

- President: Dr. Sakaram Somayaji

- Vice Presidents: Mr. Udayakumar Shetty & Mrs. Sujatha Andrade

- Secretary: Mr. Sachin Poojary

- Joint Secretaries: Mrs. Gayathri & Mr. Naveen Banz

- Treasurer: Mr. Joseph Suaris

The association also appointed CA Padmanabhan Kanchan as the auditor for the financial year 2024-25, reinforcing their commitment to transparency and financial accountability. An alumni get-together followed, providing attendees with the opportunity to reconnect, network, and share their experiences.Alumni Coordinator Mrs. Tweeny Maria Rodrigues emphasized the importance of alumni unity in shaping the future of the college.

The AGM concluded with brief speeches from the newly elected President, Dr. Sakaram Somayaji, who highlighted the crucial role alumni play in supporting the institution’s growth and sustaining its legacy. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Bharath Raj S. Nejar, expressing gratitude to all participants and organisers. The master of ceremonies for the program were Mr. Prashanth Shetty and Mr. Bharath Raj S. Nejar, who ensured the smooth flow of the event.