The newly constructed St. Joseph’s CBSE Block was solemnly inaugurated on January 21, 2025, at Shahapur Gate, Bidar. The event began with a prayerful ceremony led by Fr. Stevan Veigas, Secretary of the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society (GDES), who officially inaugurated the block. The building was then blessed by Most Rev. Dr. Robert Miranda, Bishop […]
Bidar, December 18, 2024 – The District Rangamandir in Bidar came alive with festive cheer and interfaith harmony as the Bidar Mission Team organized the 13th Shanthidootha Christmas Inter-Religious Programme. The event, which attracted around 800 attendees, was a beautiful celebration of unity, peace, and the Christmas spirit. The program witnessed the participation of eminent […]
On the auspicious day of August 5, 2024, the Bidar District Prison witnessed the grand inauguration of a computer training program, a noble initiative jointly organized by Don Bosco Fathers and Carmel Seva Trust, Bidar. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Superintendent of Prisons, Dattatreya Medh, and Jailer T. B. Bajentri, who, […]
Bidar, June 19, 2024 In a display of solidarity and determination, hundreds of domestic workers thronged the streets of Bidar on 19 June 2023, participating in a fervent rally organized by the Karnataka Domestic Workers Union in concert with various other unions. The demonstrators embarked on their march from Ambedkar Circle, culminating their journey at […]
On June 15, 2024, the Prison Ministry India, Aurad zone, marked Environment Day with an inspiring program at Subjail Aurad, dedicated to raising awareness about ecological preservation and the importance of nurturing our planet. Fr. Anil Crasta delivered an enlightening address to the inmates, underscoring the critical need to protect our environment and to take […]
A distinguished teachers’ training program was held at St. Joseph’s PU College in Bidar, thoughtfully organized by the Gulbarga Diocesan Education Society for their dedicated school teachers. Fr. Joyson Vas SJ graced the event as the resource person, delivering profoundly heartfelt and inspiring sessions. His innovative approach included dancing, playing, and laughing, effectively using practical […]
The Bicentennial birth anniversary celebration of Venerable Mother Veronica, the foundress of the Apostolic Carmel was celebrated on 1 October 2023 on Sunday. A solemn mass was celebrated by the Bishop of Gulbarga, Most Reverend Dr. Robert Michael Miranda, and concelebrated by Fr Wilson Fernandes, the parish priest of St Joseph Church, Bidar, as well […]
During the period of 29-31 August 2023, the Archdiocese of Caritas Prague made a visit to the Gulbarga diocese. A warm welcome was extended by the Bishop and his team to Dr. Jaroslav, Mrs. Paula, Ms. Barbara, and Economa, as well as Fr Edwardo, the Vice Chairman, as they met the privileged children from the […]
Kristhana Anukarane Sevege Prerane: On this theme, a Laity Convention for Pastoral Council Members of Bidar Deanery was organized on 5 and 6 August at Don Bosco Centre Chikpet Bidar. As part of the program, the Most Reverend Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi, and Bishop Robert Miranda, Bishop of Gulbarga Diocese, were present […]
As part of the World Anti-Human Trafficking Day, an awareness program was organized for Catholic women of Bidar Deanery on 30 July 2023 at Holy Cross Church Santpur, to bring social awareness among women. The women of Bidar Parish led the group in the prayer service. This was followed by a welcome address by Sr. […]