ICYM Karnataka Region Elects New Leadership at Regional Council Meet

Bengaluru, December 3, 2025 — Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Karnataka Region held its 30th Regional Elections and Council Meeting at Subhodhana Pastoral Centre, Bengaluru, bringing together 75 participants including diocesan directors, animators and youth leaders to elect new office-bearers, review ongoing initiatives and plan future regional programmes.

The event opened in the presence of Bishop Henry Dsouza, Chairman of the KRCBC Youth Commission, along with Regional Youth Director Fr Ashwin Cardoza, Lady Animator Sr Molly, Subhodhana Director Fr Anil, Regional President Vileena Gonsalves and General Secretary Ashley Dsouza. Presentations included an address on social media and youth by Fr George Fernandes and a session on legal awareness for youth by Fr Francis Assisi.

Regional elections, conducted by Election Officer Fr Lour Raj, resulted in the election of Sheryl as Regional President and Jibin as General Secretary for the 2025–27 term. Members of the outgoing leadership were felicitated, and participants spent time sharing their experiences of serving in the movement.

As part of the programme, the Regional Council met to present diocesan reports and discuss youth ministry priorities. An interactive session with the Karnataka Christian Development Corporation Ltd. featured Chairman Prof Japhet, who explained government schemes, scholarships, entrepreneurship support and development programmes available for Christian youth. His team engaged directly with delegates, responding to queries and offering practical guidance.

A formal handing-over ceremony marked the transition to the newly elected Regional Executive Committee, bringing the gathering to a close with renewed commitment to leadership, collaboration and the mission of ICYM Karnataka Region.

By Vileena

Regional ICYM