Mangaluru : Talent Research Foundation (TRF) organized Ifthar party with journalists at Vishwas Crown building, Kankanady on Friday.

Addressing the gathering President of Konkani Sahitya Academy Roy Castelino said that it is a very good day to celebrate Ifthar with journalists as everyone is celebrating journalism day.
“The initiative taken by TRF is a good one and very much appreciable,” he said.

Alvas Education Foundation Chairman Dr Mohan Alva said that it is necessary to live with peace and harmony as the whole Muslim community is celebrating holy month ramzan. It is good to respect other religion also than criticizing.

Convenor of Shanti Prakashana Mohammad Kunhi briefed the importance of holy month Ramzan.
“It is a month where god is loved by his desciples,” he said adding that Muslims have absolute dedication towards their 14 hours of fasting.

Founder and President of TRF Abdul Rauf Puttige suggested Dr Mohan Alva’s name for the prestigious Padhmashree award. “He has shown sheer effort and dedication towards his service to the education sector,” he said.

President of Press Club Ronald Fernades, Senior Journalist Manohar Prasad, District Information Officer Khader Shah and President of DKWJU Jagannath Shetty Bala.