On the morning of the 1st of July, 2026, the grounds of St. Joseph’s College witnessed a dual ceremony to bid farewell to three members of the community, Rev. Fr. Melwin Pais, Rev. Fr. Gladwin Fernandes, and Mrs. Iris Simon, while extending a warm welcome to the newly appointed Headmaster, Rev. Fr. Gyan Prakash.

The ceremony was steered by the Master of Ceremonies, Aditya Nandan.

The Principal, Rev. Fr. Walter D'Silva, alongside with the School Coordinator Mr.Jyoti Dube escorted the dignitaries to the stage. Subsequent to a ceremonial march past and salute, executed by the College Cabinet and the House Cabinet, the event proceeded with a Bible reading by Jason D’Cruze, which transitioned into a prayer song rendered by the Senior College Choir under the direction of Mr. S. Nayak. The Principal officially greeted the newly appointed Headmaster, Rev. Fr. Gyan Prakash with a bouquet. This gesture was mirrored by the senior staff: the College Coordinator, Mr. Jyoti Dube welcomed Rev. Fr. Gladwin Fernandes; the Primary Section Coordinator Mrs. Darshana Madnani presented florals to Rev. Fr. Melwin Pais, and Mrs. Saba Khan extended a lovely welcome to Mrs. Iris Simon.

Suyash Srivastava,  the Junior College Captain, delivered a welcome speech dedicated to Rev. Fr. Gyan Prakash. The atmosphere shifted with a dance performance by the middle school students, guided by Mrs. Ericka John. In his inaugural address, Rev.Fr. Gyan Prakash encouraged everyone to trust in God. He said that principals, teachers, and parents are the backbone of our lives. He advised students not to fear failure, and to seek knowledge not just to become successful, but to become responsible human beings.