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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fr. Savio Silveira, SDB, has been appointed Coordinator for Integral Ecology in the Salesian Youth Ministry Sector for the six-year term 2025–2031.
Students of Salesian College of Higher Education, Dimapur, had a rare opportunity to engage with scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) during an interactive seminar on biodiversity and climate change. The visiting team, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, was led by Dr. Suresh Chandra, Dr. Santosh Kumar, and Dr. Kubendran.
The students of Std. 9 and 10 from Don Bosco High School, Borivli (W), rolled up their sleeves and took to the shoreline for a Beach Clean-up Drive organized by the school. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about marine pollution and encourage young people to take responsibility for protecting the environment.
The Eco Club of Don Bosco Senior Secondary School, Nerul, organized a nature trail to Taloja Hills in collaboration with I NatureWatch NGO, offering students an immersive experience in environmental awareness and biodiversity.
Don Bosco LiFE brought together faith, family, and environmental stewardship during its Family Day celebrations at the Shrine, marking a unique step in promoting ecological care through community-driven initiatives.
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