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Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
The Deanery of Sciences, Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri, successfully hosted the Two-Day National Conference on Trends in Science and Technology (TIST 2026) on 27–28 February, marking the decennial edition of the event, which started in 2017.
The General Councillor for Social Communication, Fr Fidel Maria Orendain, SDB, paid an official visit to the Guwahati (ING) Province on Saturday, 28 February, marking a significant occasion for the Salesian community in the region.
Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK) organised a vibrant Children’s Gathering on February 22 as part of its project “Livelihood, Nutrition and Education in Rural Maharashtra,” supported by Salesian Missions. The event brought together nearly 260 students from Classes 1 to 4, representing 11 villages in the Ahilyanagar region, transforming the venue into a lively space of joy, colour, and shared celebration.
In a vibrant expression of Salesian commitment and solidarity, 50 Salesian Cooperators undertook a two-day outreach mission to Ahmednagar, engaging closely with parishes, rural missions, and social centres to witness and support grassroots initiatives in the region. The delegation was led by their delegate, Fr Diego Nunes.
Don Bosco Avsar, Matunga, organised a two-day Career Guidance Seminar on Leveraging AI Effectively in Healthcare at the Holy Family Nursing Institute, Kurla, on February 23 and 24, 2026. The initiative formed part of Don Bosco Avsar’s ongoing efforts to prepare students for the rapidly evolving world of work.
The 15-day Child Marriage Eradication Awareness Rath, which traversed villages across Chhotaudepur district, spreading awareness against the social evil of child marriage, concluded on Monday at Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Law College. The valedictory programme was held under the chairmanship of former Union Minister of State for Railways Naranbhai Rathwa. DISHA Don Bosco Kawant organised the initiative.
The Salesian Province of Mary Help of Christians, Guwahati, hosted a grace-filled and intellectually stimulating Two-Day Workshop on Salesian Pedagogy titled “Educating with the Heart of Don Bosco: A Journey into Salesian Pedagogy” at the Provincial House, Panbazar. The programme brought together members of the Salesian Family, clerics, sisters, and teachers, united by a common desire to rediscover and renew the educational spirit of Don Bosco.
Don Bosco Tech Society has been conferred the Gold Award for Excellence in SkillTech and Career Solutions at the Economic Times TechEdu India Awards 2026, marking a significant milestone in its two-decade-long mission to empower youth through skill development. The Gold Award was presented to Fr. George Mathew, Executive Director of the Don Bosco Tech Society, who accepted the honour on behalf of the organisation. The recognition coincides with the Society’s 20-year journey in advancing skill-based education and employability among India’s youth.
Delegates at the BOSCOM General Body Meeting 2026 emphasised the need for a renewed, value-driven presence in the digital sphere, affirming that Don Bosco would be an influencer among the young if he were alive today, using digital platforms to inspire hope and build relationships.
Don Bosco ITI, AMSAM, Trichy, under the Salesian Province of Tiruchy, hosted the 8th National-Level Auto Tech Fest, MECH XCEL 2K26, from February 23 to 25, bringing together young technical talent from across the country on a common platform of skill, innovation, and industry engagement.
Seeking to address the widening attitude and skill gap within Goa’s hospitality workforce, leading hoteliers and hospitality educators gathered at the Don Bosco Provincial House, Odxel, for the Goa HR Summit 2026 on February 21. Convened by the Don Bosco Job Placement Network, the summit brought together industry recruiters and academic leaders to rethink curricula, internship structures, and retention strategies in a sector central to the state’s economy.
Communication is not merely about producing content but about fostering communion, said Fr Fidel Maria, General Councillor for Social Communication of the Salesian Congregation, while addressing the South Asia BOSCOM General Body Meeting 2026 held at Siloam in the Shillong Province.
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.
Don Bosco School, Pinapaka–Wyra, marked a significant milestone on 23 February with the inauguration of the extension of the first floor of its school building, strengthening its infrastructure to meet the growing educational needs of the region.
Don Bosco Philosophate Karunapuram organised the Inter-Seminary Rolling Trophy Volleyball Tournament 2026 on February 21, at its grounds, bringing together nine teams from various seminaries for a day-long competition.
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