Mangaluru: With the view of empowering and encouraging young women achievers, St Agnes College (Autonomous) organized a felicitation programme for M R Poovamma, the Indian Sprinter who won Gold medal in the recently held Asian Games on Tuesday, September 25.
Vasudha, the Physical Education Director of the college welcomed the gathering. Ladleen Monteiro introduced Poovamma to the gathering. Thereafter Poovamma was felicitated by the dignitaries on the dais.
Addressing the gathering Poovamma said “With hard work and determination one can surely achieve great heights.” This was followed by a short message by the Principal Sr Dr M Jeswina A.C. wherein she encouraged the students to take inspiration from Poovamma’s life.
Vijayashree the sports secretary, proposed the vote of thanks.
Sr Dr M Jeswina A.C., Principal of St Agnes College, Sr Dr Venisssa A.C., Vice Principal St Agnes College, Mrs Malavika, Dean Administration were present.
