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At the institutional level, Salesian media centres serve as hubs for publications, audiovisual productions, and digital platforms that highlight issues of justice, peace, and youth development. They often collaborate with schools, parishes, and NGOs to produce educational materials, documentaries, and awareness campaigns. In South Asia, these centres play a vital role in amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, fostering intercultural exchange, and promoting responsible use of technology. By integrating media into their mission, the Salesians ensure that communication becomes a channel of education and evangelization—helping young people engage critically with modern platforms while carrying forward Don Bosco’s vision of forming “good Christians and upright citizens.”
The Department of Mass Communication at Assam Don Bosco University hosted an enriching cross-cultural dialogue, bringing together distinguished media and academic leaders from Sri Lanka for an engaging exchange of ideas.
Delegates at the BOSCOM General Body Meeting 2026 emphasised the need for a renewed, value-driven presence in the digital sphere, affirming that Don Bosco would be an influencer among the young if he were alive today, using digital platforms to inspire hope and build relationships.
Communication is not merely about producing content but about fostering communion, said Fr Fidel Maria, General Councillor for Social Communication of the Salesian Congregation, while addressing the South Asia BOSCOM General Body Meeting 2026 held at Siloam in the Shillong Province.
The Radio Club of Salesian College Siliguri has officially launched Everrooted, an innovative ecological intelligence platform aimed at reshaping how individuals understand, experience, and act for the planet.
The Radio Club of Salesian College Autonomous, Siliguri, marked its first anniversary with the launch of Open Stage, a digital public platform designed to give individuals an accessible space for expression. The initiative went live on the eve of World Radio Day, aligning with UNESCO’s global observance that celebrates radio as a medium of dialogue, freedom of expression, and community connection.
The Salesian Cooperators Unit of Don Bosco Veedu organized a meaningful movie night under the theme “Watch a Movie, Support a Family,” blending art, fellowship, and outreach in the spirit of Christmas. The event featured the acclaimed Iranian film Children of Heaven, directed by Majid Majidi, with proceeds from ticket sales and refreshments earmarked to support a deserving family as part of the unit’s Christmas outreach initiative.
The tranquil campus of St. Mary’s Hill, Kurseong, became a hub of reflection, learning, and sisterly communion as the FMA Province Media Coordinators convened for their annual Social Communications Seminar from November 13th to 15th, 2025. Focused on Digital Well-being, Mental Wellness, and planning for the 2025–2026 academic year, the gathering brought together Sisters committed to communicating hope and healing in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
On the bright and promising morning of November 8, the AMAR Media Festival 2025–26 came alive with colour, creativity, and youthful energy at St. Mary Mazzarello Youth Centre, Wadala. With the inspiring theme "Hope in Your Feed, Kindness in Your Clicks," the festival brought together students from Standards VIII to X across ten schools from the Gujarat and Maharashtra regions. Each school was represented by ten enthusiastic students, accompanied by a teacher and a sister.
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.
Salesian College Sonada witnessed a leadership transition as Fr. C.M. Paul, founder-director of Radio Salesian, formally announced the appointment of Fr. Pritam Barla as the new Director of the college’s community radio station. The announcement was made on 28 October following the official appointment by Fr. Dr. Joseph Pauria, Provincial of Kolkata Salesians and President of the College Governing Body.
In a bold step toward digital evangelization, the Salesians of Don Bosco in the INB Province gathered for a transformative Media Seminar focused on equipping religious communicators to become “digital disciples.” Led by Fr Arockia Selvakumar SDB, the seminar emphasized the urgent need to move beyond passive media consumption and embrace content creation as a mission tool.
Following the heartfelt “A Legacy of Love,” the South Asia Region releases “A Legacy of Grace,” the newest episode in the Salesian Mission 150 Years series. Now streaming on YouTube, the sequel journeys deeper into the struggles and faith of Salesian Family Missionaries in Sudan and South Sudan, revealing how divine grace sustains them amid war, famine, and loss. Produced by BOSCOM, Missionary Animation, and Salesian Family South Asia under the SPCSA, the video is a powerful testimony of resilience, trust, and God’s loving presence in suffering.
The much-anticipated new website of the Bosco Institute of Research and Development for Youth (BIRDY) was officially inaugurated by Fr. Biju Michael, SDB, the Regional Head of Don Bosco South Asia, during a special session of the Leaders Meet. The event brought together key leaders and stakeholders of the Salesian community, underscoring the initiative’s importance in advancing youth development and digital outreach.
Salesian College Autonomous, Sonada, opened its doors on August 19 to delegates from twelve Salesian provinces of South Asia for the annual BOSCOM Executive Meet, running through August 21. Themed “Artificial Intelligence in the Salesian Mission,” the three-day gathering sets the stage for reflection, dialogue, and strategic planning on the role of AI in education, communication, and pastoral ministry.
Don Bosco IMAGE Film School, Kochi, launched its new academic year with cinematic flair, inaugurating the Film School in a star-studded function graced by acclaimed Malayalam actor, director, playwright, and screenwriter Joy Mathew and popular South Indian actress Aparna Das, known for her roles in Manoharam, Priyan Ottathilanu, and Beast.
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