MARGAO
Auxiliary Bishop Simiao Fernandes on Saturday said the Konkani magazine Gulab has played a big role in protecting the identity of Goa and raising awareness amongst the people on social issues plaguing the State.
He was speaking at the annual Gulab Awards ceremony held at the Ravindra Bhavan, Margao on Saturday.
Referring to Gulab’s journey since the magazine was launched by founder, late Fr Freddy Da Costa, the Auxiliary Bishop said the publication has helped to further enrich and promote Konkani language in the State. “Gulab has played a big role in protecting the identity of Goa. The magazine has created awareness amongst the people on issues plaguing the State and its people,” he said.
The Gulab Personality of the Year was awarded to Nevil Alphonso, former director of Agriculture, while Philomena Sam Francisco was honoured with the Gulab Writer of the Year and comedian Sally was awarded the Gulab Tiatrist of the Year.
Prudent Media reporter cum sub-editor Savio Joao Maria Dias has been awarded the Felicio Cardozo Journalism Award. Fernando Santano Costa popularly known as Kalliz de Orlim was felicitated with Fr Freddy’s Memorial Gulab recognition for his contribution to the Goan society.
