The Rector Major Emeritus Father Pascual Chávez began the spiritual retreat for the participants of the 29th General Chapter, saying, “Dear confreres, I have chosen as the theme of our spiritual retreat the perspective of the mysticism of our Salesian life. It is, in fact, there that the apostolic project of Don Bosco is found, which we are invited to make our own, and it is there that our entire charismatic identity resides.”

At a prestigious event held at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, on February 17, the World Human Resource Development (HRD) Congress honoured DB Tech with the Skill Development Leadership Award. Father George Mathew, Executive Director, received the award in recognition of successfully training 469,864 youth across 66 vocational domains in 29 states of India, with an impressive placement rate of 72%.

The gathering at the Salesian Mother House at Valdocco witnessed the official opening of the 29th General Chapter (CG29) on February 16. Fr. Alphonse Owoudou, the Chapter Moderator, did the honours of declaring the Chapter open. A gathering of 230 provincials and delegates of the Society of St. Francis de Sales, thus, commenced meaningfully, united in their mission to nurture Don Bosco’s charism, in the theme: “Passionate about Jesus Christ, dedicated to the young.”

At a prestigious event held at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, on February 17, the World Human Resource Development (HRD) Congress honoured DB Tech with the Skill Development Leadership Award. Father George Mathew, Executive Director, received the award in recognition of successfully training 469,864 youth across 66 vocational domains in 29 states of India, with an impressive placement rate of 72%.

Don Bosco College commenced its College Week 2025 with a spirited inaugural ceremony on February 3, featuring a blend of academic celebration, cultural performances, and motivational discourses. The event, graced by Shri Atul Bora, Honourable Cabinet Minister of Assam, witnessed a remarkable display of student discipline and institutional pride. Minister Bora received the Guard of Honour, hoisted the college flag, and delivered an inspiring address.

Don Bosco Tech inaugurated hospitality training in partnership with Marriott International and Accenture India on January 3 at Don Bosco Skill Mission, Bangalore. The training will be carried out across 11 states for 2500 women and disadvantaged youth, marking a significant milestone in bridging the skill gap in the industry. The Marriott International Area Vice President, South Asia Ranju Alex, and Ajay Vij, Senior Country Managing Director, Accenture India, graced the event.