The formal programme was inaugurated by lighting the lamp.

The President , Very Rev. Fr Lawrence Mascarenhas Correspondent Mai De Deus Institutions in his presidential remarks motivated students to focus on their studies . He said that a leader is one who serves and loves his people. He advised students to know the sacrifice of their parents. He enlightened the students to love everyone, to be kind , to have a pure heart , to make others happy and to learn the value of life.

The Inaugurator and the Chief Guest Dr. H madhava Bhat ,Retired Principal, Vivekananda College ,Puttur enlightened about the four pillars of education that is Education should help us to know,to do, to be and to live together . He said ,"Education should prepare students for adult life and help them to balance between fun and responsibility and between freedom and discipline". He advised students to have wisdom to know where to change and how to change . He motivated students to love themselves .

The Guest of Honour ,Rev. Fr Stany Pinto , Campus Director, St Philomena College said that life is not a bed of roses, there are many obstacles and so students should prepare themselves to face all the obstacles in life . He wished the students with good health and happiness .

The Guest of honour, Mr Shashikumar Rai Balyottu, President, Parent - Teacher Association said that student life is very important as it is the stage where students can shape and brighten up their future.

The Guest of honour, Mr Jagajeevandas Rai, President , Alumni Association complimented the office bearers of the student council and said that the students should respect their parents and lecturers. He motivated students to have an aim in life and work hard to fulfil their goals.

The Principal, Rev Fr.Ashok Rayan Crasta administered the oath of office to the newly elected members of the student council.

Mr.Prashanth Bhat ( Dept of Chemistry) and Mrs. Philomena Monteiro ( Dept of Commerce] Directors of Students' Council coordinated the programme.