On the evening of 13 February, the Rector Major visited Don Bosco Beatitudes, a Social Welfare Centre, as it marked the Diamond Jubilee of its establishment. For the past sixty years, the centre has been lovingly catering to the needs of people from the womb to the tomb. While addressing the gathering, the Rector Major exhorted those present: “Never stop believing in the future of our young people. They deserve it, and it is our duty to accompany and help them, even when it is difficult. This will ensure a good future for them. We need to be like Don Bosco — believing in them, educating them, and preparing them for their future.” His message resonated deeply with the founding vision of the devoted Salesian missionaries who built up the centre, Fr. Montovani and Fr. Schlooz, who firmly believed that “No one has the right to be happy alone.”

The Salesian Province of Chennai (INM) experienced a landmark occasion on February 13, as it welcomed the Rector Major, Rev. Fr. Fabio Attard, for his maiden visit. The historic journey began with a warm, fraternal reception at the Chennai Airport by the Provincial and his Council, followed by an equally heartfelt welcome at the Salesian Provincial House. The atmosphere was one of profound joy as a vibrant assembly of confreres and members of the Salesian Family gathered to greet him. A spirited group of young people from Don Bosco Arts & Science College added to the festive energy, expressing their filial affection through a joyous felicitation. Fr. Fabio was joined on this significant visit by Fr. Biju Michael, General Councillor for South Asia, and Fr. Thathireddy, Secretary to the Rector Major.

The Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of John Bosco, visited the Don Bosco Youth Centre, Hesag, Hatia, Ranchi, bringing together youth and members of the Salesian Family from across the Chhotanagpur region for a spiritually enriching and mission-oriented gathering.

A historic chapter was inscribed in the annals of Don Bosco School, Gumla, as the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, laid the foundation stone for a new extension of the school building during his visit to India. The ceremony, held amid the institution’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, marked a defining moment of hope, vision, and renewed commitment to quality education for the region's youth.

Don Bosco Kokar witnessed a moment of profound spiritual significance when Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, arrived on February 11, 2026, to inaugurate his visitation to the Chottanagpur Region.

The Delhi Don Bosco Ashalayam community was privileged to welcome the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, on 11 February, during a brief yet deeply inspiring visit that radiated fraternity and renewed Salesian zeal.

Holy Child Auxilium School, Vasant Vihar, was graced with a moment of profound joy and spiritual renewal as it welcomed the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, on February 11. The visit marked a significant occasion for the entire Auxilian family.

The SPCI House, New Delhi, had the distinct honour of welcoming the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, on the evening of 10 February. His visit marked a significant moment of grace and animation for the Salesian community and the various regional networks operating from the Secretariat of the Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA).

Don Bosco School, Alaknanda, was privileged to host Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, during his official visit on Tuesday, 10 February 2026. The Rector Major was accompanied by Fr. Biju Michael, Regional Superior for South Asia; Fr. Thathireddy Vijayabhaskar, Private Secretary to the Rector Major; and Fr. Davis Maniparemben, Provincial of the Delhi Province.

The Salesian Province of New Delhi (INN) experienced a day of intense fraternity, reflection, and renewal as Rev. Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, paid a pastoral and institutional visit marked by vibrant youth participation and deep engagement with the Salesian Family.

Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard released a commemorative Bengali volume at the conclusion of the Salesian Centenary celebrations held in Kolkata. The book offers readers a comprehensive history of one of the most influential Catholic missionary journeys across eastern India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard released a new book, Harnessing Youth Potential: Youth and Public Administration, authored by Salesian College alumnus and veteran youth trainer Fr. P.X. Francis Charuvila of Dimapur. The book is drawing attention for its urgent appeal to integrate young voices into governance and policymaking.

Salesian Rector Major Father Fabio Attard, 11th successor of Don Bosco, made a historic pastoral visit to the Santhal mission at Azimganj, as part of the Centenary Celebrations of the Salesian Province of Kolkata (1926–2026). Rooted in a story that began in the 1950s among some of the poorest tribal and migrant communities of Murshidabad, the Azimganj gathering symbolically brought together the past, present and future of the province’s mission among the Santhals.

In a reflective and deeply pastoral homily, the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, invited Salesians to revisit a fundamental Gospel question: Who is the greatest in the Kingdom of God? Drawing directly from the words of Jesus, he pointed to a simple yet profound answer—a little child—and unpacked what this means for Salesian life and mission today.

Siliguri witnessed a historic moment as the Salesian Rector Major, Rev. Fr. Fabio Attard, formally launched the Centenary Celebrations of the Salesian Province of Kolkata, marking a milestone year of mission, education, and youth service. From a ceremonial airport reception to vibrant engagements with schools, colleges, alumni, and the Salesian Family, the visit reflected unity, renewal, and hope for the future.