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Don Bosco Technical School (DBTS), Shillong, held its Convocation Ceremony and Farewell 2026 on October 3, celebrating hundreds of students' completion of technical and vocational training.
Don Bosco Youth Centre (DBYC), Laitumkhrah, in collaboration with the Youth Commission of the Salesian Province of St. John Paul II, Shillong, launched the first module of a six-part Youth Leadership Formation Programme from 2 to 4 October.
Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai, hosted its Annual Youth Fest on September 27, bringing together around 2,000 young people from 34 oratory centres served through the Sunday apostolate ministry of the Brothers in various parishes and communities. The fest, held on the theme “Take Courage; I Have Overcome the World” (Jn 16:33), celebrated faith, culture and unity in diversity.
Don Bosco Technical School (DBTS), Shillong, in partnership with the Don Bosco Job Placement Network, India, successfully organized the Mega Job Fair 2026 at its campus, creating a vital platform for young job seekers to connect with employers and recruiters. DBTS is a hub for skill development and career advancement, offering hope and opportunity to the region’s aspiring workforce.
The Annual Junior Priests’ Meet of the Salesian Province of Shillong (INS–Quinquennium) successfully concluded its four-day programme today at the Pastoral Centre in Shillong. Running from September 15 to 18, the gathering convened junior priests for a comprehensive schedule centered on spirituality, administration, consecrated life, mental health, and the intersection of faith with modern digital technology.
A two-day National Seminar on the theme “The Laity: Partners in the Church’s Mission” was held at Sacred Heart Theological College (SHTC), Mawlai, Shillong, on September 11-12. Organised jointly by SHTC and the Oriens Theological Institute, the Seminar brought together nearly 350 participants, including members of the clergy, religious, theologians, seminarians and lay leaders from across India.
Fr Rafael Bejarano SDB, General Councillor for Youth Ministry, Rome, arrived at Shillong Airport on September 8 for his maiden visit to the Salesian Province of Shillong. He was briefly received at Siloam before proceeding to Don Bosco Provincial House, Mawlai, where Salesian priests, brothers and staff welcomed him warmly.
Seven new Salesian Cooperators made their Promise at the Salesian Family gathering at Byndihati Centre under Khliehriat Parish on August 30. The celebration brought together members of the local Cooperators’ community, the Provincial team from Shillong, the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) and members of religious communities in the locality.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, inaugurated and blessed its new Composite Skill Lab on August 25, giving students a technology-based, skill-oriented learning space.
The Northeast Zone Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) Leaders and Animators Formation (LAF) 2026 brought together 81 young representatives from the Salesian Provinces of Dimapur (IND), Guwahati (ING) and Shillong (INS) at Siloam from August 21 to 23. The three-day programme focused on Salesian formation, leadership, spirituality and youth animation.
Don Bosco College, Byndihati, held its Graduation Day on August 21, honouring more than 84 graduating students. The ceremony was attended by graduates, parents, dignitaries, priests and religious, educators, and students from neighbouring schools.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, organised a Spelling Bee Competition for students of Classes I to IV on August 18. The event brought together young learners to build vocabulary, spelling skills, confidence and interest in the English language.
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