In a historic milestone for the scouting movement in Northeast India, the Don Bosco District Association, Guwahati, officially inaugurated the region’s first-ever Sea-Scout Wing at Don Bosco School, Panbazar, on Sunday, February 15. The landmark initiative positions the district at the forefront of expanding scouting's scope and vision in the Northeast.

A total of 187 students from nine Don Bosco educational institutions of the Salesian Province of Panjim-Konkan, spanning three dioceses, gathered at the Don Bosco Oratory on February 13 for the Province Catechetical Day. Centred on the theme “Shine with Faith, Rise with Hope,” the day offered teenage participants a rich blend of prayer, reflection, joy, and fellowship.

The joint meeting of the Provincial Councils of the Mumbai (Bombay) and Panjim-Konkan Provinces was held at the Don Bosco Provincial House, Odxel, Goa, on February 10. The meeting commenced with a formal welcome extended by Provincial of the Panjim Province, Father Clive Telles, to Provincial of the Mumbai Province, Father Ashley Miranda, and the councillors. The day-long meeting provided an opportunity for the two provinces to share best practices in animation and governance implemented in their respective regions. The councils also presented new initiatives undertaken in the mission, highlighting creative pastoral approaches in youth ministry.

The Salesian Family came together on the evening of February 15 at Don Bosco, Katpadi, for a moment of prayer, reflection, and communion centred on the presence of the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB. The gathering highlighted the unity and vitality of the Salesian charism as members from across its diverse branches assembled around their spiritual leader.

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, the Rector Major of the Salesians, Fr. Fabio Attard, presided over the Holy Eucharist at Sacred Heart Church, a mission renowned for its deep-rooted faith life shaped by local culture, committed education, pastoral care, and sustained social outreach.

The 29th General Body Meeting of the Indian Catechetical Association (ICA) was held at Samanvaya Theology Centre, Bhopal, from February 11 to 13, bringing together 61 participants comprising priests, religious, seminarians, and lay representatives from across the country. The three-day assembly reflected on the theme “Catechesis in the Age of Social Media and AI,” engaging participants in scholarly dialogue and practical exploration of one of the most pressing pastoral challenges of the present time.

The Salesian Youth Meet held on Saturday evening at Don Bosco Higher secondary school, Perambur, brought together hundreds of young people from the Chennai and Pondicherry regions in a vibrant celebration of faith, culture, and youthful enthusiasm. The gathering was marked by joy, energy, and a strong sense of belonging as the youth met the Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation, Fr. Fabio Attard, Successor of Don Bosco.

Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard received the First Profession of the first Volunteer Con Don Bosco (CDB) in the Province, the first for the entire South Asian region, during the Holy Eucharist for the Salesian Family.

The three-day Annual School Principals’ Meet of the Don Bosco Group of Schools of the Shillong Province was held from 12th to 14th February at Don Bosco School, Silchar, Assam. Around 30 Principals, along with the Provincial and his Council members, participated in this important gathering. The meeting was coordinated by Fr. Babu Stephen SDB, the Delegate for Education and Culture, in collaboration with the Province's Education Commission.

On the evening of 13 February, the Rector Major visited Don Bosco Beatitudes, a Social Welfare Centre, as it marked the Diamond Jubilee of its establishment. For the past sixty years, the centre has been lovingly catering to the needs of people from the womb to the tomb. While addressing the gathering, the Rector Major exhorted those present: “Never stop believing in the future of our young people. They deserve it, and it is our duty to accompany and help them, even when it is difficult. This will ensure a good future for them. We need to be like Don Bosco — believing in them, educating them, and preparing them for their future.” His message resonated deeply with the founding vision of the devoted Salesian missionaries who built up the centre, Fr. Montovani and Fr. Schlooz, who firmly believed that “No one has the right to be happy alone.”

The Salesian Province of Chennai (INM) experienced a landmark occasion on February 13, as it welcomed the Rector Major, Rev. Fr. Fabio Attard, for his maiden visit. The historic journey began with a warm, fraternal reception at the Chennai Airport by the Provincial and his Council, followed by an equally heartfelt welcome at the Salesian Provincial House. The atmosphere was one of profound joy as a vibrant assembly of confreres and members of the Salesian Family gathered to greet him. A spirited group of young people from Don Bosco Arts & Science College added to the festive energy, expressing their filial affection through a joyous felicitation. Fr. Fabio was joined on this significant visit by Fr. Biju Michael, General Councillor for South Asia, and Fr. Thathireddy, Secretary to the Rector Major.

The Radio Club of Salesian College Autonomous, Siliguri, marked its first anniversary with the launch of Open Stage, a digital public platform designed to give individuals an accessible space for expression. The initiative went live on the eve of World Radio Day, aligning with UNESCO’s global observance that celebrates radio as a medium of dialogue, freedom of expression, and community connection.

The Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of John Bosco, visited the Don Bosco Youth Centre, Hesag, Hatia, Ranchi, bringing together youth and members of the Salesian Family from across the Chhotanagpur region for a spiritually enriching and mission-oriented gathering.

A historic chapter was inscribed in the annals of Don Bosco School, Gumla, as the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, laid the foundation stone for a new extension of the school building during his visit to India. The ceremony, held amid the institution’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, marked a defining moment of hope, vision, and renewed commitment to quality education for the region's youth.

Demonstrating its stature as a leading centre of vocational training, Don Bosco Centre for Learning (DBCL), Kurla, hosted the prestigious India Skills 2025 | Maharashtra State Finals on February 3–4, 2026. The competition was organized by the Maharashtra State Skill Development Society (MSSDS) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in strategic partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Skill India Initiative.