NEWS

Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
Deepagam, the Catechetical Centre of the Salesian Province of Chennai, organized the “Salesian Parish Lay Formators’ Day,” a formative orientation programme, at Don Bosco Youth Animation Centre, Ennore. The event brought together 181 Lay Coordinators from 18 parish sectors to strengthen laity participation and collaboration in parish ministry.
A one-day research conclave on “Towards Achieving SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)” was jointly organized by Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) and Assam Engineering College (AEC) on Friday, producing decisive outcomes for advancing renewable energy initiatives in the Northeast.
Students of Salesian College of Higher Education, Dimapur, had a rare opportunity to engage with scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) during an interactive seminar on biodiversity and climate change. The visiting team, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, was led by Dr. Suresh Chandra, Dr. Santosh Kumar, and Dr. Kubendran.
The students of Std. 9 and 10 from Don Bosco High School, Borivli (W), rolled up their sleeves and took to the shoreline for a Beach Clean-up Drive organized by the school. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about marine pollution and encourage young people to take responsibility for protecting the environment.
The Don Bosco Oratory came alive with colour, joy and youthful enthusiasm as 100 children gathered at Don Bosco High School for a special Season of Creation activity dedicated to caring for the environment.
The Leaders and Animators’ Formation (LAF) Programme was held at BIRDY (Bosco Institute of Research and Development for Youth), Hyderabad, from September 12 to 14, on the theme “Salesian Youth Leaders as Pilgrims and Beacons of Hope to the Family, to the Church and to the Society.” The three-day gathering brought together 85 participants from the Provinces of Kolkata, Delhi, and Hyderabad.
Sacred Heart College (Autonomous), Tirupattur, inaugurated its Platinum Jubilee celebrations on September 8, marking 75 years of excellence in education and service (1951–2026). The day unfolded with devotion, pride, and festivity as the college community gathered to celebrate its rich legacy and future vision.
Marking the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, a landmark book titled Nicaea I at 1700: Remembering the Council, Renewing the Faith was released at Don Bosco Theological Centre (DBTC), Kavarapettai. The release took place during the Theological Symposium on the theme “Nicaea 325: Legacy and Relevance”, which gathered scholars, professors, students, and guests for a day of reflection and dialogue.
The Past Pupils of Don Bosco from across the Garo Hills came together at Don Bosco College of Teacher Education, Tura, in a vibrant gathering that brought over 150 past and present pupils into one fold of gratitude and renewal.
The Salesian Cooperators of Don Bosco College, Mannuthy, Kerala, have earned recognition for their remarkable initiative in promoting the Preventive System of Don Bosco among schools across Thrissur. The one-day programme, held at Don Bosco College, Mannuthy, brought together more than 300 teachers from over 70 schools, marking a significant step in spreading this time-tested pedagogy.
Don Bosco School and Junior College, Nashik, organized a seminar for Classes 9 to 12 and staff members, led by entrepreneur Mr Allwyn Quadros, who works in the construction field with a focus on turf courts. The session aimed to equip participants with essential life skills and awareness to navigate the challenges of modern life, while promoting discipline, emotional intelligence, and balance.