NEWS
Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
A one-day intensive training programme on Salesian Pedagogy was conducted at CHITHRA Don Bosco Campus, Chitradurga, Karnataka, for the teachers of Don Bosco ICSE and CBSE Schools, bringing together 96 educators for a renewed reflection on the educational vision and mission inspired by Saint John Bosco.
In an effort to provide accessible healthcare to people living in remote tribal regions along the Gujarat–Madhya Pradesh border, a free health camp was organised at Rendha village on May 14 through the joint initiative of DISHA Don Bosco, Kawant, the Don Bosco Past Pupils Unit, Kawant, and the Primary Health Centre, Navalja. The camp was held at Ayushyaman Arogya Mandir, Rendha.
Don Bosco School, Tumakuru, Karnataka, organised a one-day intensive training programme on Salesian Pedagogy for its teaching staff on May 20, bringing together 40 educators for a reflective and practical learning experience centred on Saint John Bosco's educational vision.
Sacred Heart Theological College celebrated the Golden Jubilee of its reopening (1976–2026) with a vibrant two-day programme on May 16 and 17, bringing together priests, religious, formees, youth, and lay collaborators in a spirit of thanksgiving and renewal.
Don Bosco Jumaikela witnessed a significant spiritual milestone on May 17, 2026, as three Salesian clerics made their Perpetual Profession of Vows during a solemn celebration attended by around 35 priests and more than 600 faithful.
The Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, visited Don Bosco Negombo to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Salesian presence in Sri Lanka and the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians.
In a historic milestone for the Salesian mission in Chhattisgarh, 14 women of Mary Help of Christians Parish, Jokbhala, made their solemn promise as Salesian Cooperators on May 16, establishing the first-ever unit of Salesian Cooperators in the state.
The Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, Fabio Attard, arrived in Sri Lanka on May 14, marking the beginning of his pastoral visit to the Vice Province and its Salesian communities.
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.















