Mysore/Mysuru: The Women’s Cell of St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), in collaboration with the Department of Sociology, had organised a silent protest march on Aug. 24 in solidarity with the young doctor who was sexually assaulted and brutally murdered in Kolkata on Aug. 9.

It was also to raise awareness against the ongoing atrocities faced by women across the nation. The silent protest march  began from the Chapel Hall of St. Philomena’s College with a welcome speech by P. Juhie Singh, Assistant Professor and Convener of Women’s Cell, followed by prayer for the young lady doctor by the Rector and Manager Rev. Fr. Dr. Lourdu Prasad Joseph.

Dr. K. Javeed Nayeem, who was present, advised the women to be their own protectors. Emphasising the need to have safety measures in place for women at work and public places, he felt that men too need to raise their voice for women’s right.

Dr. Sowmya, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, proposed a vote of thanks.

The silent march passed through LIC Circle, Bengaluru-Mysuru Highway and returned to the College. 

Campus Administrator Rev. Fr. Gnanapragasam, Assistant to Rector Rev Fr. David Sagayaraj, Principal Dr. Ravi J.D. Saldahana, Vice-Principal (Academic) Prof. Nagraj Urs, Vice-Principal (Administration) Prof. Ronald Prakash Cutinha, IQAC coordinator Prof. A. Thomas Gunasheelan and Controller of Examination & Dean of faculty of Commerce  Dr. Reena Francis took part in the silent protest march along with around 1,200 students and staff of St. Philomena’s College.

Police personnel from N.R. Mohalla Police Station ensured a peaceful march.