Catholic Sabha Mangalore Pradesh (R), Unit: Paladka-574278 conducted a Law Awareness Programme at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, Paladka soon after the morning mass on Sunday the 21st June, 2009. The programme was in tune with the "Dharmpranthyacho Missavn Sammel 2009-10" assigned to the Parish by the Diaocese of Mangalore.

The Resource Person for the programme was none other than Mr.Shirthady William Pinto who is acclaimed for his social service and was conferred with Rajyothava Prashasthi during November, 2004 by the Govt.of Karnataka.

The Programme commenced with the welcome address by Sri Hilary D'Souza, President of the Local Unit of Catholic Sabha. He briefly introduced Mr.Shirthady William Pinto to the audience and thereafter Mr. Pinto was honoured by the Parish Priest and Spiritual Director Rev. Fr. Stany Rodrigues on behalf of the Catholic Sabha.

Sri Pinto in his address dealt in length the various aspects of Indian Christian Act 1925 and its implications on the Christian Community. He also explained in detail various provisions of the Act, particularly in relation to the assets of the persons who die without leaving Will behind.

The audience were spell bound by the way the thoughts were aired by the Resource Person. There was good attendance of about 300 people who were keenly hearing the words of Mr.Pinto who explained in a lucid way by giving certain examples of the different cases. There was a question and answer session soon after the speech.

He also explained the people about his book "Kanoon Darshan" which was priced at Rs.100/- and a good number of books were sold soon after the programme.

In his presidential address Rev. Fr. Stany Rodrigues commended the good work done by the Catholic Sabha for the benefit of the public.

Sri Victor D'Souza, Secretary of the Sabha gave vote of thanks.

Sri Edward Barboza of Fathima Ward sponsored the programme by meeting the entire expenses of coffee/biscuits supplied to the participants.

The programme concluded with a prayer song.