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South Asia Chief Editor
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Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)

9 August 2026

Don Bosco Swimming Academy, Vaduthala, Kochi, saw its young swimmer Shreya Binil win a silver medal at the 42nd Sub-Junior National Aquatic Championship 2026 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, from August 6 to 9.

SDG 03 Good health and well-being
9 August 2026

About 1,200 girl students took part in an International Youth Day 2026 celebration organised by the JMJ Subodha Centre, Pastoral and Evangelisation Centre, at St Joseph’s College for Women, JMJ Nagar, Kurnool-2, on August 7. The Salesians of the Hyderabad Province animated the programme, which focused on empowering young women to understand their rights, address contemporary challenges and contribute to a more inclusive society.

SDG 17 Partnership for the goals
South Asia 06 Strengthen Accompaniment of Youth in the Digital Environment
9 August 2026

Fifteen Social Experience Dimension Coordinators from different Salesian Provinces met at Don Bosco Provincial House, Hyderabad, on August 7–8 to strengthen Salesian youth ministry and enhance the accompaniment of young people.

SDG 17 Partnership for the goals
South Asia 03 Strengthen Service to the Poorest Young People
9 August 2026

In Palam’s narrow slum lanes, irregular incomes and harsh living conditions often threaten children’s education. DBARK is working with vulnerable families to strengthen the support system around them, helping children stay in school and families build stability.

9 August 2026

Don Bosco School, Thenzawl, held a two-day animation and motivation programme for teachers and students on August 3 and 4, focusing on effective teaching, Salesian pedagogy and the holistic development of young people.

SDG 04 Quality education
7 August 2026

More than 50 young people attended a seminar on "Responsibility of Young Generation Towards Climate Change" at Don Bosco Youth Village, Keeranur, on August 2, and pledged to adopt sustainable lifestyles and promote environmental stewardship in their communities.

SDG 13 Climate action
South Asia 06 Strengthen Accompaniment of Youth in the Digital Environment

 More than 100 Salesian youth leaders and coordinators from across the Salesian Province of Tiruchy gathered at Don Bosco ITI, Jawaharpuram, Madurai, on August 1 for the ILAMAI Youth Group Leaders' General Body Meeting (GBM) 2026, which reaffirmed their commitment to youth leadership and participatory ministry.

SDG 04 Quality education
South Asia 06 Strengthen Accompaniment of Youth in the Digital Environment
7 August 2026

Forty-seven Salesian clerics received the Ministries of Lector and Acolyte during a solemn Eucharistic celebration at Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai, on Thursday. Fr John Zosiama SDB, Provincial of the Salesian Province of Shillong, conferred the ministries.

South Asia 04 Renew Formation Processes (Initial & Ongoing)
7 August 2026

Don Bosco Institute (DBI), Guwahati, has secured its first government patent for an AI-powered safety device, marking a major step forward in the institute's journey in research, innovation, and technology-driven education.

SDG 04 Quality education
South Asia 06 Strengthen Accompaniment of Youth in the Digital Environment
7 August 2026

Hostel wardens from the Salesian New Delhi Province gathered at Don Bosco Youth and Educational Services (DBYES), Bariatu, on 4–5 August for their annual formation meeting. They reaffirmed their commitment to safe, value-based, and nurturing environments for young people in Salesian hostels.

6 August 2026

The Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN) and the Forum for Innovation Incubation Research & Entrepreneurship (FiiRE) have launched a nationwide partnership to help vocational and technical graduates become entrepreneurs.

6 August 2026
The Don Bosco Konkan Development Society organised a "Job Readiness and Career Pathways" workshop for 26 students of Don Bosco Night School, Panjim, on July 24. The session focused on practical skills, career guidance and access to safe employment opportunities.
 
6 August 2026

The Association of Salesian Co-operators (ASC), Shillong Province, elected Mr Manoj Jamatia as Regional Coordinator and Mr Raju Lal Deb Barma as Vice Coordinator for a three-year term at its Annual Regional Congress on Sunday at Mary Help of Christians Parish, Don Bosco School, Mandwi. The congress also brought together promised Co-operators, Aspirants, and Salesian animators for prayer, formation, and leadership renewal.

South Asia 05 Foster Joint Formation with Laity and Salesian Family

Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Maram, organised a two-day Orientation-cum-Career Guidance Programme on July 16 and 17 for 510 newly admitted higher secondary students from the Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. The programme aimed to prepare them for academic success while fostering leadership, self-confidence, and career readiness.

 

SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 08 Decent work and economic growth

Don Bosco College (Autonomous), Maram, held a two-day Orientation-cum-Career Guidance Programme on July 14 and 15 for 360 first-year undergraduate students. The programme focused on helping students transition into college life and gain the skills and motivation needed for academic success and informed career planning.

SDG 04 Quality education
SDG 08 Decent work and economic growth