Don Bosco Institute (DBI), Kharghuli, marked its Silver Jubilee with a solemn thanksgiving ceremony and the launch of Building Dreams – Shaping Lives, the autobiography of its founder and educationist Fr. V.M. Thomas.

New Delhi: Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE), the flagship initiative of the Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia, is proving that its strength lies not just in vision but in its modus operandi—an intricate network of provincial teams working in synergy under central guidance.

New Delhi, India – November 2025 : In a landmark year of action and impact, the Salesians of Don Bosco in South Asia have marked a significant milestone in their ambitious initiative, Mission Poverty Eradication (MPE), aimed at transforming the lives of the region’s most vulnerable youth and families. With over 59,000 interventions documented in its first year, the project is rapidly evolving into a powerful network of hope, empowerment, and systemic change.

As the global Salesian Family commemorates 150 years of the First Missionary Expedition sent by Don Bosco in 1875, the legacy of that historic journey continues to flourish across continents — including Nepal, where the Salesians have been serving young people for over three decades. What began as a small mission in Dharan in 1992 has today grown into a lifeline of education, skills training and hope for thousands of Nepali youth.

The Don Bosco Knockout Football Tournament (Under–19) for Boys, Season 3, concluded on a high note at St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, after two weeks of spirited competition that drew an impressive 43 teams from across Tripura. The growing scale of participation underscored the tournament's rising popularity among young footballers in the state.

The Butterfly Express initiative—an effort to counter digital distraction and strengthen reading habits among rural students—marked a significant milestone on Friday with the launch of its second dedicated school library at Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Polur, in the Tiruvannamalai district. The inauguration, led by Fr. John Alexander, Vice-Provincial of the Salesian Province of Chennai and Patron of Butterfly Express, reaffirmed the Salesian commitment to expanding learning spaces beyond classrooms for rural children.

Don Bosco School, Alaknanda once again buzzed with youthful energy and biblical scholarship as it hosted the 15th Inter School/Parish Bible Quiz, a much-anticipated annual gathering for young Scripture enthusiasts. Nineteen spirited teams from across the National Capital Region converged on the campus, eager to test their knowledge, faith, and quick thinking in a competition that has grown into a cherished tradition.

Don Bosco’s Konkan Development Society (KDS), in collaboration with the Verna Industries Association (VIA) and the Office of M.L.A. Shri Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco, delivered remarkable results through its recently organized Job Fair in South Goa. The event drew over 270 registered candidates, reflecting the strong local demand for stable career pathways. In a striking outcome, more than 100 youth received job offers on the spot, demonstrating the fair’s effectiveness in rapidly connecting young talent with prospective employers. For many participants, direct access to recruiters eliminated the delays and uncertainties associated with online applications, providing an immediate interview experience and concrete employment opportunities that significantly boosted their confidence and career momentum.

The Don Bosco Higher Education South Asia (DBHEI) Annual Conference and General Body Meeting 2025 will convene from November 18 to 20 in Panjim, Goa, hosted by the Salesian Province of Panjim. Centred on the theme “Participatory Models of Higher Education,” the gathering will bring together more than 60 leaders and educators from across South Asia to explore collaborative pathways for the future of higher learning.

At the sidelines of Rozgar Mela 2.0, a group of first-year students from Salesian College Siliguri drew significant attention with a live demonstration of their heart attack prediction software. This project has quickly become a symbol of youthful innovation and purpose-driven technology.

The Young Priests’ Quinquennium Meeting of the Province of St Joseph (INH) was held on 11–12 November at Don Bosco PARA (People’s Action for Rural Awakening), Ravulapalem, where 30 young priests gathered for two days of reflection on Indian constitutional values, pastoral responsibility, and youth engagement. The meet sought to strengthen their commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity—values central to both the Indian Constitution and the Church’s mission.

The tranquil campus of St. Mary’s Hill, Kurseong, became a hub of reflection, learning, and sisterly communion as the FMA Province Media Coordinators convened for their annual Social Communications Seminar from November 13th to 15th, 2025. Focused on Digital Well-being, Mental Wellness, and planning for the 2025–2026 academic year, the gathering brought together Sisters committed to communicating hope and healing in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

In a vibrant display of unity and purpose, more than 3,000 young people from Community Sports Clubs, Don Bosco Shelter Homes, and Don Bosco schools came together on Children’s Day, 14 November, for a walkathon in Ernakulam, Kerala. The event was flagged off by Kerala Legislative Assembly Opposition Leader, Mr. V. D. Satheesan, MLA, who applauded the initiative for championing children’s right to good health, well-being, and freedom from addictions.

Salesian communities across the Province of St. John Paul II, Shillong, joined the global Salesian Family in commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition — the historic departure of Don Bosco’s first missionaries from Valdocco, Turin, to Argentina on November 11, 1875. The sesquicentennial celebration was observed with gratitude, reflection, and renewed missionary zeal across communities.

Don Bosco Chinchwad extended a warm and festive welcome to a youth delegation from the Diocese of Eichstätt, Germany, as they celebrated a meaningful day of international friendship, cultural exchange, and shared learning.