In the 125 years of Konkani Journalism in the state, Goa has produced many noteworthy writers who have kept the legacy of their older generation alive as well as keeping its large readership abreast of the latest developments in the state with their own perspectives.
One of these torch-bearers is Vauraddeancho Ixtt editor Bro. Eusebio Miranda, SFX. Against that backdrop it was only deserving and fitting that Bro Miranda was chosen chosen to receive the maiden Konkani Journalism award – Felicio Cardoso Potrakarita Puroskar instituted by Felicio Carodoso –che Pattlavdar Trust.
“Bro. Miranda has worked for several years as the assistant editor of V. Ixtt under many editors, mainly working behind the curtains and looking after key areas such as handling the distribution and posting of the weekly,” said Fausto V. da Costa, Editor of Gulab and coordinator of Fr. Freddy J da Costa Memorial Trust
It is to be noted that Bro. Miranda is the recipient of many awards for his work in the field of Konkani journalism from institutions such as Konkani Bhasha Mandal, Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr (TSKK) and The Dalgado Konknni Akademi
He joined the Pilar mission seminary in 1983 and became a novice in the year 1985. On June 16, 1986 he took his first religious vows and on June 13, 1993 professed his final religious vows. Since he was holding a diploma in journalism and had good knowledge of Konkani, the Superior of the society appointed him as assistant editor of V. Ixtt.
He has authored books in Konkani, namely ‘ Tornatteancho Papa Bhagivont Zata, Kalljidar Ostori, Tum Mhojea Sangata Rau etc in Konkani and two more are in the pipeline.
“He has also participated in the Konkani movements and has contributed his writings to many Konkani newspapers and periodicals,” added Fausto
Br. Miranda thanking the organizers for the award said that although he accepts it there are many who are more worthy of it. He also advised that awards should be given to the youth and bring them to work towards Konkani journalism.
Knowing Bro Miranda’s humble nature, not many were surprised when Bro Miranda returned the award money back to the Felicio Cardoso –che Pattlavdar (FCP) Trust to be utilized for their activities
Prof. S M Borges, president of FCP Trust and chief guest at the award function praised Bro Miranda and also presented the award to him.
“Bro Eusebio Miranda rightly deserves this maiden honour ‘Felicio Cardosoa Journalism Awards’ as this man like Felicio Cardoso has worked to the cause of Konkani Journalism sincerely and quiety and mostly behind the scene” said Prof Borges.
Incidentally, keeping with the tribute to the rich history of Konkani Journalism the event was also held to commemorate the 84th birth anniversary of Felicio Cardoso. The function was organized by Fr Freddy J Da Costa Memorial Trust in collaboration with Konkani Bhasha Mandal at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao.
Prof Borges highlighted the efforts of late Felicio Cardoso the unsung hero and said it was due to him that Goans have Konkani in the college and university today.
Renowned Konkani journalist and editor Sandesh Prabhudessai recalled the contributions and role described the role of Konkani journalism and late Felicio Cardoso’s involvement in it.
Sandesh gave a brief summary of the 125 years of Romi Konknni journalism and recalled the contribution made by Romi Konknni in the Goa’s freedom struggle and spoke about how “B.B Borkar, Gurunath Kelekar have written Romi Konknni Journals”.
“Protect Konkani journalism by use of new age technological advances in broadcast journalism” said Sandesh while calling upon upon the youth to continue the work today through internet and social media which is fast and without having to spend money.
