Mother Teresa's 114th Birth Anniversary & Award Ceremony
The Mother Teresa Charitable Trust celebrated Mother Teresa's 114th birth anniversary with an award ceremony on August 26, 2024, at Kamarajar Arangam, Chennai. This event honored individuals and organizations for their notable contributions to society, reflecting the Trust's dedication to continuing the legacy of Mother Teresa in serving humanity.
The Mother Teresa Charitable Trust, along with its units, the Mother Teresa Forum and the Mother Teresa Auto Drivers Welfare Association, commemorated Mother Teresa's 114th birth anniversary with a grand award ceremony and welfare assistance event. The event was a celebration of humanitarian efforts, honoring individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to society, embodying the spirit and legacy of Mother Teresa in serving the needy and promoting social welfare.
Event Overview
The ceremony was a testament to the Trust's dedication to continuing Mother Teresa's mission of compassion and selfless service. It recognized various individuals from different parts of the world for their outstanding contributions to social reform, charity, education, and community service. The awards were categorized into several segments, each highlighting the unique contributions of the recipients.
Dignitaries and Guests
The event saw the presence of several prominent dignitaries who graced the occasion and congratulated the awardees. Mrs. Geetha Jeevan, Hon’ble Minister for Social Welfare, and Shri K. Selvaperunthagai, President of TNCC, were among the chief guests. Other notable attendees included V.G. Santhosam, Chairman of VGP Groups; Mr. Naessay Ramachandran, Chancellor of AMET University; Prof. Dr. S. Salivahanan, Vice Chancellor; Dr. E. Kannan, Registrar of Vel Tech University, and several others from the political, business, and academic sectors.
Organizational Leadership and Coordination
The function was presided over by Dr. G.K. Dhas, Founder & Managing Trustee, in the presence of Mr. A. Xavier, Co-founder & Trustee, and Mr. C. Vijayakumar, Trustee. The event was meticulously organized and coordinated by the Mother Teresa Forum's office bearers, including Mrs. Radha Sanjeev, National President; Dr. Ulhas Jayant Vasave, National Secretary General; Dr. Dev Anand, National General Secretary; Dr. T. V. Pandiarajan, Tamil Nadu; Mr. Anand Babu, Andhra; G. Narasimma, Karnataka State Presidents; and several other national and state-level leaders.
