Namma Kudla Region Holds First Fraternitas of the New Triennium
The Namma Kudla Region (Mangaluru) held its first Fraternitas of the present triennium on 28 July 2026 at St Joseph's Monastery, Bikarnakatte, Mangaluru.

The programme began with a prayer service led by Fr Ashwath D'Souza. This was followed by an input session by Rev. Joe Tauro, who spoke on the impact of Artificial Intelligence on Religious Life, highlighting key insights from the recent Papal encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. The participants then engaged in group discussions on the Carmelite response to the challenges AI poses to today's youth and families, particularly in the areas of work, relationships, and human values.

Fr Ashwath D'Souza also conducted interactive group activities. During the meeting, Fr Praveen Pinto, Superior of Carmel Ashram, Koteshwar, was unanimously elected as the Convener of the Namma Kudla Region.

The gathering concluded with a visit to the Grotto of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, where the members honoured their Patroness.