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Under the guidance of Hanagal Roshani Social Action Centre, members of the Mahila Self Help Sangh from Aregoppa Hirekanigi and Muduru villages, along with village development committee members and Janavedike leaders, came together to promote environmental awareness in the rural community. They organized a sapling planting initiative, encouraging local residents to participate in preserving the environment. The effort aimed to educate and inspire the villagers about the importance of greenery and environmental conservation for a sustainable future.

An interreligious gathering was held on Diwali, featuring messages of peace and unity from religious leaders. Scriptures were read, and the staff of Roshni Social Action Center, along with their families, joined in fostering harmony and inclusivity. 

A hearing-impaired woman, who honed her skills over six months at the sewing training center organized by Hangal Roshni Social Action Centre, was encouraged to become self-employed by receiving a free sewing machine.

The closing ceremony of the sewing training center and certificate distribution program was held in Aladakatti village, Hanagal taluk, for young women who completed six months of training. The event was organized by Roshni Social Action Centre of Hangal and Adarsh Taluk Women’s Union. Sister Janet, Superior of Roshani Convent, was the chief guest and felicitated 36 young women who completed the training. She also distributed a free sewing machine to a hearing-impaired woman. The ceremony was attended by Coordinator Kallappa Naykar, Panchayat Development Officer SonuBai Marathi, Senior Civic Association member Chandappa Katannavar, Progressive Organization leader Muktananda Hiremani, and village elders.

The Honalu Light Kho Kho Tournament, organized by Roshni Social Action Centre Hangal and Yuva Sangam Kho Kho Club Samvasagi, was held in Samvasagi village, Haveri district. Inaugurated by Sister Anita D’Souza, the event was presided over by Basavaraja Agasanahalli. Shimoga Boys won first prize, while Haveri Boys and Tavagere Boys secured second place, showcasing great sportsmanship.

A three-day workshop on democracy, citizenship, the importance of the constitution, leadership, and the right to information was held for young men and women under the Youth Empowerment Program at Loyola Vikas Kendra, Hangal. The workshop was inaugurated by Sister Anita D’Souza, Director of Roshni Social Action Centre Hangal. Manjunath MS of ISI Bangalore served as a resource person for the event.

Roshni Social Action Centre Hangal, Jana Vedike, Women’s Self-Help Associations, and Village Development Committee members organized a cleaning program titled “Our Village is Our Right” across public places in Inamdyamankoppa, Malligara, Badammagatti, Gotagodi, and Hammpur villages. The program included cleaning school grounds, Anganwadi centers, public assembly halls, and temples. Additionally, 200 school bags and learning materials were distributed to children studying in government schools in these villages. Sr. Anita D’Souza, Director of Roshni Trust, and Education Officer V. V. Salimath were present. Sr.Lidiya Serrao the Coordinator General  for Social Apostolate was present. 

St. Milagres Bank Hangal organized a small program at Roshni Social Action Centre, where gifts were distributed to 25 differently-abled children.

An environmental awareness program was organized in Aladakatti village under the joint auspices of Roshni Trust, Hangal, Janavedike, and the Village Development Committee. The program was inaugurated by Chandappa Katannanavar, a member of the Senior Citizens Association. Members of the Mahila Self Help Society planted saplings on the premises of the AladakattiValmiki Community Bhavan and encouraged the young women of the Sewing Training Center to promote environmental concern by distributing 50 saplings to the youth and the general public.