St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) celebrated the birthday of its President Rev. Fr. John Felix Raj, SJ on Thursday, 26thAugust, 2021 as "Philanthropy Day".

Rev. Fr. President was felicitated by members of SXUKAA and SXCKAA. On this occasion, alumni recommitted themselves for the cause of social welfare.

On this auspicious day, Fr. President handed over a cheque for the eye operation of Mrs. Laxmi Bag, a 78 year old lady who is in the urgent need of the same. Mrs. Bag is a roadside tea-seller, who was dispossed of her own house by her sons who do not look after her.

Rev. Fr. President also handed over supplies of nourishment food supplements for 50 pregnant and lactating women belonging to the economically weaker section of society.

A professional sewing machine was also handed over to Ms. Mamata Das, a young widow, who presently supports her two children by doing minor tailoring/stitching jobs.

A COVID Vaccination drive was organised on Sunday, 29th August, 2021 at Gurap (Hooghly District) primarily for the rural and tribal population of the area.

A video showing the various philanthropic activities undertaken by St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association during the year was shown. The Alumni Identity Card was also unveiled on this day by Rev. Fr. President. The Hony. Secretary of SXUKAA, Mr. Vatsal Chirimar handed over the first ID card to Fr. Felix Raj.

Rev. Fr. President gave an emotional speech on the occasion. The program was followed by High-tea.

In Park Street, Mr. Pratap's Oasis Restaurant distributed food to the poor and needy people.