“South Asia is a land of extraordinary diversity, but also of deep unity in mission,” reflects Fr. Biju Michael, Regional Councillor for South Asia. “In our many languages, cultures, and traditions, we remain one in our passion for Don Bosco’s mission and in our commitment to the poorest young people.”

The Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Kurla, hosted ColoHacks 2026, the flagship hackathon of Colosseum 2026, on March 28 and 29. The intercollegiate event brought together 250 students across 68 teams, competing in two parallel tracks: software and hardware.

Around 20 Salesians and youngsters were part of the Train the Trainer program to animate leaders in organising the Summer Camps in the various institutions. The program coordinated by Father Ralin De Souza, Salesian Youth Movement delegate of the Salesian Panjim Province along with Father Austin Fernandes, Brother James Marcus and Father Savio Dias animated the group in the basic skills, to organise various kinds of Summer activities on March 29.

George’s journey is a profound testament to the power of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. Having already lost his mother, George came into the care of Don Bosco Sneha Bhavan during his 10th grade from another institution, as his father, a hardworking rickshaw driver, struggled to afford his education.

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. 

A two‑day national conference titled “Towards 2047: Making India a Global Power Through Philosophical Engagement” sponsored by Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR) concluded at Salesian College of Higher Education, Dimapur, on Friday after a programme that brought together scholars from across India to discuss ethics, technology, indigenous knowledge and the role of philosophy in public life. The conference was organized by the Department of Philosophy, Salesian College of Higher Education, and IQAC, and featured prominent philosophers from Nagaland such as Dr. Venusa Tinyi from Hyderabad University and Dr. Karilemla of Savitribhai Phule Pune University.

The Salesian Youth Movement (SYM), in collaboration with the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) and the Diocese of Rayagada, organised Youth Fest 2026 at Navanirman Don Bosco, Muniguda, from March 26 to 27, bringing together more than 900 young people from across the diocese.

The campus of Don Bosco College, Byndihati, was transformed into a sanctuary of prayer and reflection from 20^th March to 22^nd March, during its Annual Spiritual Retreat. Guided by the scriptural theme, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2), the event attracted 280 young people, from the college and the neighbouring villages, eager to deepen their faith. The retreat was animated by the dynamic leadership of Mr. Naveen Lobo from Mysore and the Jesus Youth team from Shillong, who together fostered an environment of high-energy worship and profound contemplation.

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.”

In a significant boost to youth employment in the North East, IndiGo, India’s largest airline, conducted a walk-in campus interview for Cabin Crew positions at the Don Bosco Youth Centre, Laitumkhrah, Shillong. The recruitment drive was organised in collaboration with Emporium Skills Training Institute (ESTI).

The Don Bosco Institute of Technology, Kurla, hosted Teknack 2026 under the theme “Aparecium,” bringing together students, alumni, and industry professionals in a collaborative celebration of technology and creativity.