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In a resounding affirmation of their holistic educational mission, Salesian schools from North Bengal emerged as frontrunners at the Telegraph Awards for Excellence – North Bengal Chapter, held at the Birla Divya Jyoti Auditorium on November 7–8.
A high-level German delegation, facilitated by Magic Billion, a government-licensed international recruitment and talent mobility organization, visited the Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI), Okhla, to explore collaboration opportunities in international skill development and global career pathways for Indian youth.
In a vibrant spirit of revival and renewal, catechists and faith educators from across the Salesian Province of Hyderabad came together for the Empowering Faith Educators Program held on November 6–7. The two-day gathering, themed “A Call to Revival and Renewal in God’s Service,” sought to strengthen the catechetical mission through reflection, sharing, and skill development.
Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai–Shillong, rejoiced with Fr. Arul Kumar Sebastian, SDB, on the release of his scholarly book Religious Elevated to Episcopate: Formation & Juridical Interpretation of cann. 705–707 CIC 1983. The publication, a culmination of his extensive doctoral research at the Pontifical Gregorian University and the Dicastery for Legislative Texts, Rome, explores the canonical nuances surrounding the elevation of religious priests to the episcopate.
The Salesian Family in Sri Lanka came together on November 5 for a solemn Eucharistic celebration, offering thanks and praise to the Triune God for the countless blessings received through years of faithful service and missionary zeal. The Thanksgiving Mass, imbued with gratitude and joy, reflected on five significant intentions that underscored the enduring spiritual and missionary heritage of Don Bosco’s sons and daughters.
Don Bosco School, Oodlabari, resonated with youthful enthusiasm and spiritual reflection as around 270 parish youth, aged 12 to 18, came together from all 14 sub-centres for a day-long Faith Formation and Vocation Animation program. The event, held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., transformed the campus into a vibrant space for prayer, discernment, and community bonding.
DB-ACE, Chinchwad, celebrated the Convocation Ceremony of its first batch of students who completed the Agentic AI course — a milestone initiative designed to upskill working professionals in the dynamic field of Artificial Intelligence.
Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK), Kedgaon, organized an awareness session on “The Usefulness and Impact of Social Media” on November 1, 2025, at the BGVK Training Hall. The session, attended by 25 teachers from the Remedial Education and Development Project, which is active across 25 villages in Ahmednagar, aimed to equip educators with insights to promote responsible and balanced social media use among students.
The Don Bosco Skill Development Centre, Parvathipuram, inaugurated a short-term Tally software course on November 4 in collaboration with the National Institute for Rural Empowerment and Development (NIRED), Rajam. The initiative aims to foster youth employment and empowerment by equipping participants with job-oriented skills that promote sustainable livelihoods.
In a significant step toward bridging the gap between education and employment, the AIDA–Don Bosco Job Placement Network (DB JPN), Dimapur, in collaboration with Don Bosco College (Autonomous), Maram, successfully organized its first-ever Job Fair on October 28, 2025, at Don Bosco College, Maram, Senapati District, Manipur.
Aiming to help young learners make informed career choices, Don Bosco’s Konkan Development Society – Career Guidance and Placement Services, in collaboration with MLA Reginaldo Lourenco, organized a three-hour Career Guidance Workshop at the Village Panchayat Hall, Curtorim, Goa, on October 29, 2025. The event drew 100 participants, including 70 students from Classes 8 to 12 and 30 parents, highlighting the vital role of family support in shaping career decisions.
In a celebration of youth, sports, and holistic education, Shri Wailadmiki Shylla, Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, inaugurated the newly constructed futsal ground and football gallery at St. Anthony’s Higher Secondary School, Shillong. The event was attended by the Principal, Fr. Anthony Kharkongor SDB, Vice Principal, Fr. Aibor Nongsiej SDB, staff members, and a vibrant gathering of students.
The Third Don Bosco Knockout Football Tournament was inaugurated with great enthusiasm at St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat. The grand opening ceremony, held at the Don Bosco Mini Stadium, brought together students, staff, parents, and guests to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship and unity.
Don Bosco Tech marked the beginning of its 20th anniversary celebrations with the launch of its revamped website, symbolizing two decades of transformative skill development in India. The milestone celebration carries the theme, "20 Years of Skilling with a Heart – Building Futures Together.”
The Regional Meeting of Youth Ministry Delegates of South Asia, along with sector and network heads, was held at Salesian College, Siliguri Campus, from October 31 to November 4. The gathering brought together Salesian Youth Ministry Delegates and leaders from across South Asia for a time of reflection, communion, and collaboration in their shared mission of accompanying young people.
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