NEWS
Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
On November 7 and 8, the Salesian Provinces of Chennai (INM) and Tiruchy (INT) jointly celebrated Salesian Mission Day 2026 at Don Bosco Aspirantate, Tirupattur, under the theme “Hearts Open, Mission Alive.” The gathering brought together 285 Salesians and young people from various formation houses and Salesian presences to strengthen missionary awareness and renew their commitment to Don Bosco's missionary spirit.
Don Bosco Tech Society showcased its youth skilling initiatives at the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2026, held November 3 to 5 at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, and explored opportunities to collaborate with industry, government, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) partners.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, organised an awareness programme on November 7 as part of the Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign, highlighting the harmful effects of tobacco use and encouraging students to adopt a tobacco-free lifestyle.
The 8th INB Provincial Chapter of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA), St. Mary Mazzarello Province, Bombay, was held at St. Joseph Training Centre in Lonavla from October 26 to 30. It brought together 73 participants for prayer, reflection and renewal of the Salesian mission.
The Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation, with the consent of his Council, has appointed Fr Thomas Koonan, SDB, as Provincial of the Sacred Heart Province of Bangalore (INK) for the six-year term 2027–2033. He will succeed Fr Jose Thomas Koyickal, SDB, at the conclusion of his mandate.
The Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation, with the consent of the General Council, has appointed Fr. Soy Vijay, SDB, as Provincial of the Salesian Province of Jesus the Good Shepherd (INN), New Delhi, for the six-year term 2027–2033. The appointment was made on November 3, 2026.
Deepagam, the Don Bosco Catechetical Centre of the Salesian Province of Chennai (INM), organised a one-day youth faith forum, “Let’s Talk Faith” (Nambikkaiyai Pesuvom), at Deepagam Hall, Chennai. The gathering brought together 45 young people from the Perambur and Ayanavaram parishes for dialogue, reflection and faith-sharing.
Members of the Don Bosco Youth Group Horamavu marked Kannada Rajyotsava with a cleanliness drive near Don Bosco Mithra School, combining regional pride with civic responsibility and environmental conservation.
Don Bosco Kuarmunda won the Intra-Province Under-17 Football Tournament, organised by the Sports and Academic Committee of the New Delhi Province at Don Bosco School, Kuarmunda, on October 31. The Don Bosco Community, Kuarmunda, hosted the tournament, which drew more than 2,000 spectators.
Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Zubza, emerged as the Overall Champion at the All-Nagaland Don Bosco Schools Meet 2026, held from October 29 to 31 at Don Bosco School, Dimapur. The victory marked a proud achievement for the Zubza institution, reflecting the dedication, discipline and sporting spirit of its students.
Don Bosco College, Itanagar, inaugurated FESTORAMA 2026 with a vibrant gala opening ceremony on October 31. The event brought together culture, creativity, and youthful enthusiasm under the theme “Many Cultures, One Campus.” The week-long festival will culminate on November 7, when six houses compete for the championship.
Don Bosco School, Galenja-Bordumsa, marked its Annual Day 2026 on October 31 with a vibrant celebration of talent, creativity, culture and togetherness. Students, teachers, parents and well-wishers came together to honour education, artistic expression and the holistic development of young people.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on October 31. The day commemorated the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as India's Iron Man. Organised by the school’s NCC cadets, the programme aimed to foster patriotism, nationalism and the spirit of unity in diversity among students.
COMMUNITY AUDIT 2026
SOUTH ASIA REGION.
An invitation from the SPCSA to all Salesian Communities of South Asia to actively participate in the COMMUNITY AUDIT 2026 on the occasion of the World Day of Poor.
A request to Rectors and Leaders of communities to take responsibility to lead this in each community."
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Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Year of publication: 2026
Available from: 4 March 2026
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