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Integral Ecology is woven into all dimensions of Salesian Educational and Pastoral Plan (SEPP). Each Dimension has ecological integration as follows:
1. Faith Education by encountering Christ through care for creation.
2. Cultural & Human Development by promoting ecological literacy and ethical citizenship
3. Group & Social Experience by building community around sustainability and justice
4. Vocational Discernment by inspiring youth to choose life paths that serve creation and humanity

First-year philosophy students of Salesian College, Dimapur, completed a two-week Skill Development Programme at AIDA, gaining practical skills for youth empowerment and social development. The programme trained students to become effective agents of positive change among youth and marginalised communities.

SDG 01 No poverty
SDG 08 Decent work and economic growth
SDG 11 Sustainable cities and communities
SDG 12 Responsible consumption and production
SDG 13 Climate action
South Asia 03 Strengthen Service to the Poorest Young People
South Asia 05 Foster Joint Formation with Laity and Salesian Family

To celebrate World Environment Day on June 5, 2026, Don Bosco Youth Services Mumbai hosted a special Eucharistic Adoration on the terrace of the Shrine Office at Don Bosco Matunga, uniting young people and the Provincial House Community for a reflection centred on care for creation. Ten youth and Salesian fathers attended. Each participant brought a plant, symbolising environmental commitment as part of the event’s activities.

- Leander Pereira Don Bosco Youth Services (DBYS)

On World Environment Day, students at Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri, launched Eco Prahari, an AI-powered platform that equips existing cameras with environmental monitoring capabilities to protect public spaces.

- Ronish Minj

DON BOSCO SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL, Doomdooma, Upper Assam, marked World Environment Day 2026 with a large-scale environmental awareness campaign. The event included a tree plantation drive that united 3,008 students, 94 teachers, and members of the Past Pupils Association of Doomdooma. Together, they promoted ecological responsibility.

SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 13 Climate action
South Asia 05 Foster Joint Formation with Laity and Salesian Family

In a major step to promote environmental responsibility within the education sector, the All India Don Bosco Education Society (AIDBES) convened a national online meeting on the UNESCO Green Schools Quality Standard (GSQS) on April 30. The virtual gathering brought together 80 educational leaders, including Province School Coordinators, Commission Members, Principals, and School Coordinators from across the country.

- Fr. John Parankimalil Secretary, All India Don Bosco Education Society (AIDBES)

On April 22, the campus of Don Bosco School, Kokar at Ranchi was transformed into a vibrant hub of environmental consciousness as students and faculty gathered to celebrate International Earth Day.

- Mr. Preet Prakash

In the rich yet underexplored biodiversity of Northeast India, a new species of fossorial reed snake has been discovered in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya. The species, named Calamaria garoensis (Garo Hills Reed Snake), has been formally described in the internationally reputed peer-reviewed journal Taprobanica.

SDG 04 Quality education

Salesian College Siliguri marked International Earth Day with a student-driven initiative that turned discarded materials into purposeful creations. Organised by the Radio Club under its EcologyFirst program, the “Trash to Treasure Competition cum Exhibition” emphasised participation and creativity over mere presentation.

- Khushi Das

In a significant initiative aimed at advancing the welfare and sustainable development of the fisherfolk community, the Fishermen Community Development Programme (FCDP), led by the Salesians of Don Bosco, presented a comprehensive set of policy recommendations to Sri V. D. Satheesan, Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Legislative Assembly.

- BIS Correspondent, Kerala

At a significant policy forum influencing Kerala’s future, FCDP elevated the perspectives of coastal fishing communities within the climate discourse. The organisation emphasised that sustainable development must incorporate the needs of those living closest to the sea.

SDG 01 No poverty
SDG 02 Zero hunger
SDG 03 Good health and well-being
SDG 13 Climate action
22 February 2026

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.

- Angshuman Hansdak
16 October 2025

A book release on caring for the creation in the South Indian Telugu language, took place on Oct. 15, 2025, at Don Bosco Provincial House, Hyderabad (INH), in the presence of Fr. Biju Michael – General Councillor for South Asia and in the presence of Fr. Thomas Santiagu – Provincial and amidst the Rectors and Leaders of the Province.  

SDG 13 Climate action
- Fr Yeruva Joji SDB

Students of Grades 8 and 9 from Don Bosco Senior Secondary School, Nerul participated in a virtual interaction with Grade 8 students of Oriyana School, Ukraine. The event was part of the global Climate Action Project, aimed at encouraging young people to learn and act together for a healthier planet.

SDG 13 Climate action
South Asia 06 Strengthen Accompaniment of Youth in the Digital Environment
- Diana Jimmy
3 October 2025

COPeace, an initiative of the Archdiocesan Office of Environment (AOE) in collaboration with Don Bosco Youth Services (DBYS), brought together 34 participants at the Don Bosco Provincial House in Matunga to reflect on climate change and its real-life implications. Sponsored by Penny and Ishwar Bajaj, the programme combined dialogue, discussion, and creativity to celebrate the Season of Creation.

- Leander Pereira

Fr. Savio Silveira, SDB, has been appointed Coordinator for Integral Ecology in the Salesian Youth Ministry Sector for the six-year term 2025–2031.