Poisonous Water Kills Fish Wealth Across Udyavar - Malpe River

News Courtesy : Udayavani.

Malpe, January 17: We find huge proportion dead fish across Udyavar to Malpe river.

Chemical waste water released out of fish refinement units some days ago has caused such tragedy. Poor fishermen who depend on river fishing for their daily bread are in panic.

Continuous release of poisonous water from fish refinement units have caused death of huge proportion of fishes.

Malpe Padukere Environment Safety Forum had conducted a meet at ‘Jnanodaya Bhajana Mandir’ about the problem on January 3rd and revealed their anger against department officers who have not taken any proper action for the same. Fishermen have urged to find alternate way for releasing poisonous water out of units.

“There will be severe protest after February 5th, by the fishermen if the concerned officials fail to do so”, said Committee President Vikram Mendon.

Several leaders such as Lakshman Bangera and others were present.

Villagers Block Fish Laden Lorries from Udyavar

News Courtesy: The Canara Times, Jan 4th, 2010

PADUBIDRI: Villagers of Padubidri who were fed up with the inaction of the district administration despite their repeated plea to take action against the fish laden lorries proceeding towards the fish oil units in the locality, obstructed movement of the fish laden lorries on Sunday.

The agitators alleged that the local elected representatives had totally neglected their problems even as the fish processing units operating at Udyavar Pitrodi, namely Hindustan and Yashaswi were playing with the lives of locals.

The complaint of the locals is that the frequent transportation of rotten fish towards the fish processing and fish oil units in lorries which sprinkle the stinking and the greasy water onto the roads in turn making them slippery and also resulting in accidents.

Even residents of the nearby areas have been greatly inconvenienced due to the foul smell emanating from the units which let the waste water into the nearby lakes.

The road block was resorted to after the speeding fish laden lorries sprayed the stinking water on two bike riders and some autorickhsaw drivers.

The situation however cooled down due to the timely intervention of the police.

The locals have warned of a hunger strike in front of the Udyavar gram panchayat if no step was taken to solve this problem. Meanwhile, it has been learnt that the local gram panchayat has convened a meting on January 10 to discuss the issue.

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Udyavarites Feast Dec. 2009 - Video Clippings

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Udyavarites - ಗಡ್ಧ್ ವ್ಹಡ್ಲೆಂ ಫೆಸ್ತ್

Pics by : Robin Machado, Sharjah

Report by : Louis Dante, Dubai

The parishioners of St. Francis Xavier`s Church Udyavara-Udupi, spread all over the United Arab Emirates and united as “UDYAVARITES” along with their families, friends and well wishers over 300 in number celebrated the annual UDYAVAR VODLEM FEST on 4th December, 2009 at the Marhaba Banquet Hall, Dubai Grand Hotel, Al Ghusais.

It was a day to meet, greet and celebrate the customary way, much talked about VODLEM FEST as celebrated back home in Udyavar parish for children and elders alike with lots of entertainment and activities to be happy and feel at home.

 

Fr. Freddy, priest taking care of the spiritual needs of the Konkani community at St. Mary`s Catholic Church in Dubai graced the occasion. The festivities began with Gospel reading, Hymn for Patron St. Francis Xavier and prayer.

The festivities were well coordinated and conducted by well known Master of Ceremony Mr. Roshan D`Silva of Vamanjoor-Mangalore who made the memories of Udyavar parish and native land come alive and feel nostalgic for every one present. KENNY the singer of “PEDROS”, Claridge Hotel – Deira, was ready with the all time hit Konkani songs which everyone liked and sang along.

Gentle little children Carol & Florence welcomed everyone with a devotional welcome dance, Cute little Natasha regaled all with a chirpy solo dance. There was dance by Aviola & Sweeny and group dance by Claire & friends.

Mr. Vivian D`silva the President of “Udyavarites” placed an appeal to all present members and guests to support the efforts the forum take up from time to time as need arises. Talents, time and united effort is the need of the hour to be effective and to be contributing meaningfully to the cause of Udyavarites. He also noted that the recently started blog http://www.udyavarites.blogspot.com/ is open to all the Udyavarites to participate.

A prominent member of the forum Mrs. Ceceilia D`sa in coordination with Donald Machado with the graceful assistance of little children welcomed and honoured the guests, well wishers, benefactors and sponsors with flowers.

This day was a special occasion to honour a very well known personality in the Konkani community in Dubai and a senior Udyavarite who toils tirelessly in the service of the church time in and time out serving around the altar Mr. Edwin Mathais. Mr. Gilbert, Mr. Donald and Mr. Jerry Pereira did the honours.

Laughter is the best medicine was proved right and exercises many more muscles for people in the gulf who need much more in times like this was in abundant supply with the rib tickling SKITS by Gilbert and presented by Veena, Donnie, Jeffrey, Joachim and Robert.

Sumptuous meal from ‘Dhaba’ at the Grand Hotel provided by Mr. Valerian Lobo the F & B Manager-Grand Hotel left every one licking the fingers and asking for more.

The month of December and Udyavar Feast time sets in the festive mood for Christmas. Santa Claus (Christmas Papa) was seen dancing with little children on stage and then distributing gifts to all children out of his goody bag.  While young dancers Ändria, Natasha, Jevica and Elisha accompanied Santa Claus, little cute Ethan joined them as baby Santa.

Carona D`souza thanked the guests, well wishers and sponsors who contributed to the cause of Udyavarites by coming, participating in the activities and offering their precious time and in kind.

There were many fun-filled activities i.e, games, spot quiz- prizes, Housie etc.. The brand KOMBO SODTI of Udyavar fame was a star attraction. Clarence was picked the proud owner of the prized KOMBO in the evening. There were prizes on entry tickets on annual Udyavarites membership. The hall was packed till the end and most of them winning lots of prizes. The festivities came to an end with Baila Dance to the LIVE MUSIC of KENNY.

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ಉದ್ಯಾವರೈಟ್ಸ್ ವ್ಹಡ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಕ್ ಯೆಯಾತ್

Udyavarites – A forum for parishioners of St. Francis Xavier’s Church, Udyavar residing in U.A.E., proudly announce their Parish Feast (Vodlem Fest) celebration as detailed below:

Date : 4th December 2009 (Friday)
Time : 11.30AM to 6 PM
Venue : Marhaba Hall, Dubai Grand Hotel, Al Ghusais

Highlights of the event will be:

• Non-stop entertainment with live music
• Sumptuous Buffet Lunch
• Numerous skits by ‘Udyavarites’ Comedians
• Baila Dance
• Games and competitions for children and adults
• Galore of prizes

To reserve your invitation, please call :
050 4961235 (Mr. Gerald Pereira)
050 4592185 (Mr. Vivian D’Silva)
050 5458389 (Mr. Gilbert D’Sa)
050 1689159 (Mr. Donald Machado)
050 8773450 (Mr. Clarence D’Souza)


See you there......

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ಸಾಂಜ್ ಜಾಲಿರೇ

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ಭಾಯ್ರ್ ಸರ್

ಸಂವ್ಸಾರಾಂತ್ಲೊ....

- ವಿಲ್ಫಿ ರೆಬಿಂಬಸ್

Photograph by : Mervin D'Souza, Pitrodi, Udyavar

Udyavarites Cricket Team - Jai Ho

Cricket is most famous sports not only in India but around the entire globe.  In India, though the National Game is Hockey, all other games stand only next to Cricket.

People who come to this part of the world (Gulf Countries) for their daily bread have always kept their spirit of sportmanship perhaps to come out of the routine stressful life and hectic work schedules.   The numerous sports events being organized by various organizations here in U.A.E. have provided ample opportunities for sports enthusiasts.  Indians, due to their dedication, discipline and tremendous zeal, have secured special place in the national team of U.A.E. as well.

Udyavarites association is becoming stronger day by day adding more and more youths back from our native place.   As a result, few enthusiastic youths have formed a new cricket team recently bearing the name of Üdyavarites.  The team has been prepared keeping in mind the need of balanced combination of Batting, Bowling and Fielding.

Udyavarites team is comprising of 15 dynamic members.  They are : Clarence D'souza (Captain), Dominic Almeida, Pradeep Soans, Ryan Suares, Nikhil, Anil D'souza, Rohan Suares, Joy Mascarenhas, Deepak Quadros, Arvind Shettigar, Roy Mascarenhas, Arun Shettigar, Steevan Lewis, Deril Pinto and Ashwin Periera.

It may be recalled that 7 years ago the then Cricket Team of Udyavarites lead by Antony D'Silva had won championship in the Cricket Tournament organized by Saint Mary's Konkan Community of Dubai (SMKC Dubai).

We at Udyavarites blogspot say "Udyavaries Cricket Team - Jai Ho".

Pictures and Content Contributed by : Clarence D'Souza, Udyavar.

(In the photograph Sitting from right are Clarence, Praveen Joy, Deepak and Anil and Standing from right are Pradeep, Arun, Arvind, Ryan, Steevan, Roy, Rohan).