Udupi : Prakash Raj won hearts after dancing with children during the closing ceremony of the summer camp “Kavu Goodu-2026” held at Bellampalli in Udupi.

The camp was organised by Nirdiganta for children during the summer holidays. Prakash Raj took part in the event and spent time with the children in a cheerful manner.

A video of the actor dancing with the children has now gone viral on social media. He was seen dancing to the traditional coastal Tiger Dance song along with the children. His energetic steps increased the excitement among the children and parents present at the venue.

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After dancing for some time, Prakash Raj stood aside and encouraged the children by clapping for them. Some children were also seen carrying other children on their shoulders while dancing, which became a special attraction of the event.

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The actor’s simple gesture and friendly interaction with the children received appreciation from many people online.

Udupi: In a solemn ceremony held on Monday at the Milagres Cathedral, Most Rev. Leslie Clifford D’Souza was ordained and installed as the second Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Udupi.

The ceremony was led by Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão, Archbishop of Goa and Daman, who served as the principal consecrator. He is also the President of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC) and the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI).

He was assisted by Archbishop Peter Machado of Bangalore and Apostolic Administrator Gerald Isaac Lobo as co-consecrators.

Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, the Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal, was also present at the ceremony. More than 30 bishops, 300 priests, and many religious sisters attended the event. Around 6,000 faithful from different parts of the country participated in the celebration.

The ceremony began with the reading of the official appointment letter from the Pope. This was followed by the sacred rites of ordination. The new Bishop’s head was anointed with holy oil. The Holy Bible was placed over his head as prayers were offered.

He was then presented with the episcopal ring and pastoral staff. He was formally seated on the bishop’s chair, marking his official installation.

Fr. Steven D’Souza, Chancellor of the Diocese, read out the official letter from the Pope. The bishops and representatives later exchanged a sign of peace.

Bishop Peter Paul Saldanha delivered the homily during the ceremony.

After the religious rites, a public felicitation program was held. Apostolic Administrator Gerald Isaac Lobo honored the new Bishop on behalf of the Diocese.

Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli delivered his blessings to the gathering.

In his address, Bishop Leslie D’Souza expressed his gratitude to God, his family, teachers, and the faithful. He said he would humbly accept the challenges ahead. He also expressed his trust in God’s grace.

He called for unity and harmony among all communities in Udupi district.

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The services of the retiring Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo were also recognized and appreciated during the event.

Several dignitaries, including MLA Yashpal Suvarna and MLC Ivan D’Souza, were present at the function.

Udupi: A 35-year-old bhajan trainer died of a heart attack in Brahmavar taluk of Udupi district.

The deceased has been identified as Prakash Kulal.The incident occurred at Naduru in Brahmavar.According to reports, Prakash returned home on Monday evening after completing a bhajan program.

He later went to sleep at his house.On Tuesday morning, a relative tried to call him.When he did not answer the call, suspicion arose.The relative then entered the house by removing a roof tile.Prakash was found dead while lying in his bed.Prakash Kulal was a well-known bhajan trainer.

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He had taken part in many major bhajan programs, including Sankirtana Mandarti.He was known for his dedication to devotional singing.He provided bhajan training without expecting money or any other benefits.He spent most of his time in bhajan activities.

He is survived by his wife, child, and parents.