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Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
The safe release of two abducted young Salesians has brought relief and renewed hope to the Salesian community and the people of Northeast India after a tense 24-hour ordeal in Manipur.
In a pioneering initiative for grassroots education, Don Bosco School Otongkhwa introduced its teaching staff to Artificial Intelligence (AI), bringing digital innovation to one of the remotest regions of Eastern Arunachal Pradesh.
Journey of the Heart: A River of Grace, Faith and Life, the latest book by noted Salesian priest and educator Fr. V. M. Thomas Vattathara, was released on 13 May by Archbishop John Moolachira. Published by Don Bosco Communications, the 230-page volume presents a contemplative exploration of faith, leadership, ageing, and spiritual renewal.
Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK) successfully organised its Residential Spoken English Camp 2026 to improve students’ spoken English skills while nurturing their confidence, creativity, and overall personality development. The camp brought together 75 students from rural regions, including Dhadgaon, Talasari, Dudhni, Karjat, Beed, and villages around Ahilyanagar.
The Province Team Members of the Salesian Province of Mary Help of Christians, Guwahati, gathered at Bosco Reach Out, Ulubari, on May 13 to review and strengthen the ongoing Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE) initiative, which aims to empower poor and marginalised communities across the Northeast.
The Sunday Catechism Children’s Meet 2026 was held on May 3 at Christ the King Church, Hesag, Don Bosco Hatia, Ranchi, bringing together children, catechism teachers, and parish members from various parishes for a vibrant day of faith, fellowship, and cultural activities.
Twenty-five years ago, the quiet Salesian Novitiate at Ngarian in Imphal became the site of one of the most painful chapters in the history of the Church in India, when three Salesians laid down their lives protecting young novices from armed militants.
In an inspiring display of compassion, teamwork, and youthful leadership, 43 members of the Samaritans Club transformed a school's Food Fest into a meaningful service mission by raising funds for a fellow student battling acute leukaemia.
In a commendable initiative that integrates education, health awareness, and community outreach, the NSS Unit and the Department of History of Don Bosco College Golaghat, affiliated to Dibrugarh University, organised a Health Checkup and Medical Camp on May 8 in observance of World Thalassemia Day. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the ICMR Regional Medical Research Centre and the college's IQAC on the college premises under the theme “We Care About Your Health.”
From dawn till dusk, Don Bosco School Oodlabari campus pulsed with colour, rhythm, and youthful energy as one of North Bengal’s largest inter‑school gatherings unfolded on 9 May 2026, bringing together talent, creativity, and spirited competition under one roof.
The Salesians of Don Bosco marked a joyful and prayerful milestone at the Sunnyside Novitiate with the Vestition Ceremony, celebrated during a solemn Holy Mass. The ceremony saw 34 novices officially receive the religious habit, symbolising their deeper commitment to the Salesian way of life as they prepare for their First Profession on May 24. Among those vested were 25 novices from INS and 9 from ING. The occasion was attended by members of the Salesian community, formators, and invited guests, creating an atmosphere of faith, gratitude, and renewed dedication to religious vocation.
Dr Fr. Gilbert Choondal, SDB, was honoured by the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) at St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, on 3 May. He received the honour from the President of the CCBI, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão, who felicitated him with a shawl and a copy of the updated edition of the National Catechetical Directory, for which Fr. Gilbert served as Chief Coordinator of the drafting committee.
At Don Bosco Anbu Illam, Salem, a significant and hope-filled initiative took shape with the official release of the Children’s Election Manifesto 2026—a document that brings together the voices, dreams, and concerns of children, especially those in vulnerable situations.
Emphasising the spiritual role of sacred spaces—“directed to the infinite and seeking to lead a person’s mind devoutly to God” (cf. Sacrosanctum Concilium, 122)—the renovated façade of St Anne’s Church at Ahilyanagar now stands as a striking symbol of faith, unity, and renewal. More than a structural upgrade, the renovation reflects the parish community’s collective commitment to spiritual growth and shared belonging.
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