Hindus and Muslims help open new church at Permude near Mangaluru
About 2,000 neighbours of other faiths gave rice, vegetables and labour for St John the Baptist Church and shared its festive meals.
About 2,000 Hindus and Muslims joined the blessing of the new St John the Baptist Church at Permude, near Mangaluru, on October 15. Neighbours offered rice, vegetables and utensils in the offertory procession, and many gave voluntary labour during construction. The church, which cost over Rs 6 crore, was built with donations from Christians and people of other faiths, plus state government support. Parish priest Fr Ronald Pinto said all guests were served festive meals.
- Where
- Permude, near Mangaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka
- When
- October 15, 2026
- Who
- Hindu and Muslim neighbours of St John the Baptist Church; parish priest Fr Ronald Pinto
- Source
- Matters India
