St Philomena P.U. College, Puttur, in association with the P.U. Educational Board, Dakshina Kannada, hosted the District Level Swimming Championship at Dr. Shivrama Karanth Balavana Swimming Pool, Puttur, on August 2, 2024.

The inaugural program began with the lighting of the lamp by dignitaries. The President, Very Rev. Fr. Lawrence Mascarenhas, Correspondent, Mai De Deus Educational Institutions, emphasized the importance of utilizing the opportunities to shape one's personality. He encouraged students to fulfill the dreams of their parents' and advised swimmers to focus on their happiness rather than worrying about the results.

The Guest of Honour, Dr. Shriprakash B., Vice President, PTA, addressed the gathering and extended his best wishes to the students participating in the swimming competition. He expressed his hope that the journey towards achievement, which began at Balavana's swimming pool, would reach international heights.

Mrs Prathima Hegde, President, Alumni Association and Mr Gerald D'costa, Vice-President, Puttur Parish were present on the occasion.

The Physical Educational Directors, Mr Elias Pinto and Mr Rajesh Mooliya, St Philomena P.U.College, Puttur were incharge of conducting the competition.

Rev. Fr Ashok Rayan Crasta, Principal, St Philomena P.U.College, Puttur welcomed the gathering. Dr Asha Savithri P. ,Dept of Hindi compered and proposed vote of thanks.