Pune, March 26, 2026 – Leaders from diverse faiths gathered yesterday at the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad Madhavrao Patwardhan Auditorium on Tilak Road for the World Peace Conference, organized by Bhagwan Mahavir Education Society and allied groups. The event, presided over by Dr. Shripal Sabnis, President of the 89th Akhil Bharatiya Sahitya Parishad, and inaugurated by Shri Sanjay Nahar, President of Sharad Sanstha, aimed to unite religions against rising global conflicts.

Don Bosco School, Thanjavur, marked a milestone in its educational journey on March 23, 2026, with the inauguration of the Orell AI-Driven English Language Lab. Blessed and formally opened by Rev. Fr. Doss Kennedy SDB, Provincial of the Salesian Province of Trichy, the Rs. 30 lakh project represents a transformative step in enhancing language proficiency and empowering students with cutting-edge, CEFR-aligned learning tools. Designed to benefit both learners and educators, the initiative underscores the institution’s commitment to innovation, value-based education, and holistic development in preparing confident global citizens.

Colosseum 2026, organised at the Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Kurla, unfolded as a well-curated two-day festival that combined entrepreneurial dialogue, technical exploration, alumni engagement, and cultural celebration. The event began with an inaugural session at 9:30 a.m., featuring opening remarks by Saad Kazi and Verushka Fernandez, followed by the National Anthem and welcome acknowledgements. Setting a focused and purposeful tone, the ceremony seamlessly introduced the day’s EC Talks and activities. 

Don Bosco for Migrants (DB4M) convened a two-day Source and Destination Linkages visit in Jharkhand on March 26–27, bringing together delegates from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Tirupur, Karnataka, and Kolkata. With six Salesian Migrant Desk in-charges, four staff members, and lay collaborators in attendance, the programme engaged directly with Adivasi communities and local stakeholders, aiming to build stronger migration support systems between Jharkhand and destination centres across India.

Salesian College Sonada hosted the International Tea Conference on 27–28 March 2026, bringing together scholars, industry leaders, and community advocates. Over two days of intense dialogue, the conference reframed Darjeeling Tea as more than a global commodity—it emerged as a heritage, livelihood, and ecological responsibility.

Salesian College (Autonomous), Sonada, in collaboration with Tea Promoters India and Rimpocha Tea, has launched a two-day international conference on “Darjeeling Tea: Leaf, Life, and Legacy – A Multidisciplinary Exploration of Place, People and Possibility.”

Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK) organised a vibrant Children’s Gathering on February 22 as part of its project “Livelihood, Nutrition and Education in Rural Maharashtra,” supported by Salesian Missions. The event brought together nearly 260 students from Classes 1 to 4, representing 11 villages in the Ahilyanagar region, transforming the venue into a lively space of joy, colour, and shared celebration.

Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK) is facilitating a rural exposure programme for novices from Don Bosco, STI Nashik, in the tribal district of Nandurbar, offering them an immersive encounter with rural and tribal life. The initiative is designed to help young religious gain firsthand insight into the social, cultural, and educational realities of marginalised communities, fostering sensitivity, empathy, and grounded understanding through lived experience.

Jaigaon, Nashik, February 12, 2026: Jaigaon village in Sinnar Block marked a significant step forward in girls’ education and empowerment as 30 school-going girls received bicycles under the Sustainable Energy, Education and Development (SEED) initiative. Aptly titled “Empowering Girls through Mobility for Education,” the programme addressed a critical barrier faced by rural students—safe and reliable access to schools.

The Salesian Family is celebrating 150 years of missionary service with the release of Legacy of Unity, the third and final documentary in a jubilee trilogy marking the sesquicentennial of Saint John Bosco’s first missionary expedition in 1875. Don Bosco transformed missionary zeal into a way of life, entrusting his sons and daughters with a daring vision: to reach the young, especially the poorest and most abandoned, wherever they may be. Watch the video that shows how unity in the Salesian Family becomes a credible Gospel witness.

In a district where migration has become a compulsion rather than a choice, the Don Bosco for Migrants (DB4M) initiative has intensified its engagement with families impacted by seasonal and long-term labour movement. The Diocese of Rayagada hosted a one-day consultation, “Pilgrims of Hope: Journeying with Odisha Informal and Migrant Workers,” at Don Bosco Muniguda, bringing together parish leaders, catechists, and council representatives to assess and respond to the needs of affected communities.

Kochi - The Don Bosco for Migrants (DB4M) team concluded a two-day Source and Destination Visit to Kerala on November 29–30, 2025, shedding light on the realities of interstate migrant workers and the collaborative efforts required to support them. The immersion brought together representatives from source provinces Tiruchy, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, who engaged with institutions, government officials, and migrant communities across Vaduthala, Angamaly, Perumbavoor, and Palluruthy.

The Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have completed a region-wide Community Audit as part of their flagship initiative, Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE). On 15 November 2025, designated by the Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA) as a day of reflection, more than 427 communities across India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal paused to evaluate their service to the poorest and most vulnerable youth.

New Delhi: Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE), the flagship initiative of the Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia, is proving that its strength lies not just in vision but in its modus operandi—an intricate network of provincial teams working in synergy under central guidance.

New Delhi, India – November 2025 : In a landmark year of action and impact, the Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia have marked a significant milestone in their ambitious initiative, Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE), aimed at transforming the lives of the region’s most vulnerable youth and families. With over 59,000 interventions documented in its first year, the project is rapidly evolving into a powerful network of hope, empowerment, and systemic change.