Inauguration and blessing of the newly built School building of St Francis
of Assisi School, Dolu, Silchar, Barak valley
The inauguration and blessing of the newly built School building of St
Francis of Assisi School, Dolu, Silchar, Barak valley took place on March
12, 2024, at 10:30 am. Most Rev. Dr Stephen Rotluanga, Bishop of Aizawl,
Mizoram, blessed the school building and Rev. Fr John Alwyn Dias OFM CAP,
Provincial Minister, Holy Trinity Province Karnataka inaugurated the school
by unveiling the plaque. The formal programme began by lighting of the lamp
by the honorable guests.
Most Rev. Dr Stephen Rotluanga, Bishop of Aizawl, congratulated the great
efforts of Capuchins in Silchar Barak Valley region and thus wished all
success in their future endeavors. Rev. Fr John Alwyn Dias OFM CAP.
Provincial Minister, Holy Trinity Province Karnataka also recalled and
appreciated the dedication and commitment of pioneer missionary friars and
the present Capuchin friars thus he said that the dream of 25 years has come
into reality.
The honorable MLA, Mr Misbahul Islam Laskar and respected Mr Dilip Khor, the
Village Head, expressed their best wishes for the management of the school
and the development and progress which is going to take place in the coming
days. They promised their support and all the help needed to the school
administration and their undertakings.
The Priests, Relegious Men and Women and esteemed guests were also honoured
by the Provincial Delegate Fr Stany Roshan Dsouza and his councillors Fr
Godwin and Fr Arun Fernandes.
The Capuchins remembered with gratitude the Bishops and specially Most Rev
Dr Joachim Walder, the Auxiliary Bishop of Aizawl Diocese, Mizoram, Silchar
- Barak Valley.
The great occasion was well represented by lay people from 18 mission
centres along with the Catechist and the Church Leaders.
Fr Lancy Rebello,OFM Cap welcomed the gathering and Fr Paul Olwyn
D'Almeida,OFM Cap. proposed a vote of thanks. Fr Walter Dsouza,OFM Cap.
Compered the entire programme.