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St Aloysius Gonzaga School solemnly organised the Jyothi Pradaan – Beacon of Hope ceremony on 3 February 2026 at Loyola Hall to honour and bid farewell to the outgoing students of Classes X and XII. The meaningful programme marked an important milestone in the students’ academic journey and was filled with reflection, gratitude, and hope.

The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest, Rev. Dr Praveen Martis SJ, Vice Chancellor of St Aloysius University, Mangaluru. Rev. Fr Melwin Joseph Pinto SJ, Rector, presided over the function, while Rev. Fr Rohan D’Almeida, Principal, welcomed the gathering. In his address, Rev. Dr Martis encouraged students to dream big and live by Jesuit values. Rev. Fr Melwin reminded them that true growth comes with responsibility, faith, and service, while the Principal urged them to remain faithful to the school motto of discipline, compassion, and integrity.

The programme began with the solemn entry of the valedictorians, the school anthem, and a prayer service. Nysha Shromith Kamath (Class X) and Melvon Jenson Pereira (Class XII) spoke on behalf of the outgoing students, sharing memories and gratitude. Parents Ms Dechamma and Ms Sahana Margaret expressed their appreciation.

The outgoing Head Boy, Master Swithin, handed over responsibilities to the new Head Girl, Ms Rhea Jessica Rego. The ceremony concluded with the symbolic lighting and handing over of diyas, signifying the spreading of knowledge and hope.