{"id":1030412,"date":"2026-02-05T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T22:00:00","slug":"trans-26954-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infoans.news\/en\/trans-26954-1\/","title":{"rendered":"India \u2013 \u201cOnce a Bosconian, Always a Bosconian\u201d: Rector Major Inspires School and College Youth in Siliguri"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The day began at <strong>Don Bosco School, Siliguri<\/strong>, where students welcomed the Rector Major with a vibrant dance and song. Addressing around <strong>1,500 school students<\/strong>, Fr. Attard reminded them that <strong>&ldquo;Once a Bosconian, always a Bosconian,&rdquo;<\/strong> urging them to remain rooted in the values nurtured within the Salesian family. In a clear and compelling three\u2011point message, he invited them to <strong>grow in knowledge<\/strong>, making the most of the educational opportunities and supportive environment they enjoy; to <strong>grow in love<\/strong>, becoming people of the heart in whom knowledge matures into wisdom and compassion; and to <strong>dare to reach out<\/strong>, recalling how Don Bosco himself was supported by young people and how intelligent, wise, and loving youth can build a kinder and stronger India.<\/p>\n<p>Following an informal interaction with the school students, the Rector Major proceeded to <strong>Salesian College, Siliguri<\/strong>, where he was welcomed in <strong>Kilian Hall<\/strong> by the Rector, faculty, students, alumni, and members of the Salesian Family. Speaking to nearly <strong>2,000 college students<\/strong>, Fr. Attard reflected on <strong>identity, responsibility, and freedom<\/strong> in a rapidly changing world. Drawing from Don Bosco&rsquo;s life, he emphasized that <strong>poverty is not a death sentence<\/strong>, reminding students that Don Bosco refused to let his circumstances define him and believed deeply in the transformative power of young people.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing the challenges of <strong>individualism, artificial intelligence, and narrow thinking<\/strong>, the Rector Major invited students to make a conscious choice between indifference and care. He encouraged them to <strong>think critically, engage intelligently, and choose freely<\/strong>, integrating <strong>human values, spirituality, and love<\/strong>. <em>&ldquo;Have the courage to look in the mirror and ask yourself who you are choosing to become,&rdquo;<\/em> he urged, reminding them that life is a gift that must not be shaped by others.<\/p>\n<p>A highlight of the college programme was the release of <strong><em>Centennial Reflections<\/em><\/strong>, a commemorative publication marking the centenary of the Salesian mission. The gathering concluded with a vote of thanks by the Principal, followed by a cordial interaction over coffee. As the Rector Major journeyed among the youth and educators, one message resonated clearly: <strong>the true wealth of India lies in its people, culture, and values&mdash;and today&rsquo;s young people are called to safeguard and strengthen that legacy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><div style=\"padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0; background: #fff3cd; color: #856404; border: 1px solid #ffeeba; border-radius: 5px; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\">\n                    <strong>[Gallery Missing]<\/strong> Folder not found: <code>wp-content\/uploads\/images\/Visita RM a Siliguri - Scuola e College 06-02-2026<\/code>\n                <\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The day began at Don Bosco School, Siliguri, where students welcomed the Rector Major with a vibrant dance and song. 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