PANAJI
Dr Carlos Fernandes, a well-known librarian, tiatr lover, and researcher, officially took charge as the new Member Secretary of the Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) on Monday. He replaces Suresh Divkar, who served in the role for over four years.
Dr Fernandes was appointed by the Government of Goa. He brings many years of experience in public service, library work, and cultural activities. He began his career in 1989 as an Assistant Librarian at Gomant Vidya Niketan Public Library in Margao. He played a key role in setting up libraries in different institutions, including the Goa College of Engineering, where he worked for ten years. In 2006, he became the Curator of the Goa Central Library, where he led projects to modernise the library and improve public access to information.
Dr Fernandes is also closely connected to Goa’s cultural life. He made important contributions to the tiatr movement, especially during the celebration of 125 years of tiatr in the state. At the official handover ceremony, TAG members warmly welcomed Dr Fernandes. Outgoing Member Secretary Suresh Divkar, TAG President Anthony Barbosa, Vice-President Marcos Gonsalves, General Council Member Antonet De Sousa, and other Council members congratulated him and shared their confidence in his leadership.
