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Rabindra Jayanti

The Day Care Centre of Don Bosco Ashalayam celebrated the 164th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore on 9 May 2025, with support from the Fit Facility Centre staff. Children performed Rabindra Kabya, Rabindrasangeet, and Rabindranritya, and the event concluded with an address by Director Fr. George, who distributed gifts and sweets to the children.

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Apr 9, 20251 min read

A Week of Celebration | Ashalayam’s 40th Anniversary

Ashalayam’s Ruby Jubilee was a vibrant six-day celebration filled with joy, emotion, and reunion. ASA France members and long-time friends joined us to mark 40 years of dedicated service to children in need. The festivities included Holy Mass, sports, dance, music, theatre, hostel and street-school participation, and inspiring alumni testimonies. Visitors explored our centers, joined a retreat to Kalyani, visited Mother Teresa’s tomb, and shared meaningful moments with the ch

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Mar 15, 20251 min read

Job Placement to Mysore

We are proud to share the inspiring achievement of 16 boys from the Terra Indica program at Don Bosco Ashalayam, who have completed their training in woodwork. Through dedication, hard work, and the guidance of their instructors, these young men have gained valuable skills that will help shape their future. This accomplishment highlights the power of vocational training in transforming lives and opening doors to new opportunities. We congratulate the boys on this remarkable a

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Feb 18, 20251 min read

Don Bosco Fest Day

Don Bosco Ashalayam celebrated Don Bosco Feast Day with immense joy and enthusiasm. Children from the shelter home came together, strengthening bonds and creating memories. A vibrant rally was organized in Howrah, with support from Bantra Police Station, showcasing unity and festivity. The event featured engaging staff animation, annual awards to recognize children's achievements, and fun-filled games. The celebration concluded with a shared meal, promoting a sense of communi

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Jan 31, 20251 min read

Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign

Street & Slum Children Assistance Project (SSCAP) organized Human Trafficking awareness sessions across street schools in Kolkata and Howrah. The campaign aimed to educate children about the dangers of trafficking and empower them with knowledge to stay safe.

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Jan 11, 20251 min read

A Milestone Moment at Asha TICI!

We are delighted to announce the inauguration of our new state-of-the-art computer lab at Asha TICI on January 2, 2025, made possible through the generous support of the Pernod Ricard Foundation. Equipped with 15 modern computers, the lab will host 5-day digital bridging camps for underprivileged children, offering training in Google Suite, Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Fusion 360. The event was graced by Ms. Smriti Patak from Pernod Ricard India, Mr. Didier Talpain, Con

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Jan 2, 20251 min read

IPS Shri Saumya Roy Felicitates Children's Achievements

Shri Saumya Roy IPS, DCP, South West Division, Kolkata, felicitated the children who were successful in their class 10, 12 and professional courses on 24 August 2023. As the children of Don Bosco Ashalayam were gathered in the Hall of Auxilium Parish, the journey from deprivations to success was acknowledged by Fr. Dr. George Chempakathinal, the Director. The second part of the programme was the motivational session by Fr. Alfred Paul, the youth director of Don Bosco Kolkata

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Aug 24, 20231 min read

Skill Training Empowers: 29 Girls Certified

VTC in Kalyani certified 11 girls for completing the course in tailoring. All of them were given a machine each, which will help them with self-employment. They hope to form a self-help group and manage their life and they remain grateful for the great opportunity. 9 girls each completed ethnic jewellery and beautician courses; add-on courses for self-employment.

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Mar 31, 20231 min read

Mainstreamed into school

With the help of the ASSP project, 270 children have been mainstreamed to formal school from January to March.

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Mar 31, 20231 min read

Mr. Hugo

Ashalayam welcomed Mr. Hugo, a one-year volunteer, giving children an international outlook to their life which can help them to go global in their future.

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Mar 7, 20231 min read

Nurses

Children who graduated in earlier years as nurses, presently working, paid a visit to Ashalayam and added their contribution to support other nursing students.

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Mar 1, 20231 min read

Visit of Decathlon CEO

Asha TICI was thrilled to host an incredible program with the participation of 85 children from different centres. Decathlon CEO Barbara Martin Coppola and her team, along with members of the Decathlon Foundation, met the Children. The team shared the objectives and successes of the Foundation and took a tour of the centre. The children enjoyed various activities: basketball, skateboarding, golf, and even watching a movie. Ashalayam extends heartfelt gratitude to Decathlon fo

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Mar 1, 20231 min read

Bram Woodcrafting Studio

Ganesh and Christophe visited Bram Woodcrafting Studio to meet the five trainees of Don Bosco Ashalayam: Lokeman, Raja, Amar, Deepak, and Nimai. It is an incredible institution and placed one of the best woodcrafting studios in India. Under the guidance of Sam and with the support of the Furniture and Fittings Skill Council, the boys are receiving excellent training. DBA with all its members express heartfelt gratitude to Bram and his team for their generosity and commitment

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Feb 20, 20231 min read

Raj Kumar

Raj Kumar was rescued by Don Bosco Ashalayam in 1993. He completed his studies in Howrah up to class ten. He was privileged to be in the first group for hotel management in Paris. Presently, he is settled in Paris with Ann Lise, from Mauritius. He visits Ashalayam with his father-in-law and mother-in-law.

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Feb 19, 20231 min read

Visit by Thierry

Uncle visited Ashalayam after many years. He has been helping children who were studying in France. His visit provided an opportunity for meaningful interactions and connections with the children. During the day, Fr. Rector, Thierry, and Natacha visited children in Kalyani.

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Feb 2, 20231 min read

Staff Animation

The day was set aside for animation and celebration, being the Founder’s Day. Fr. Rector animated the staff on the preventive system and its relevance in working with children. Don Bosco began his work with street children in Turin. His ways are apt even today to address the issues of the young. Ashalayam closely follows his system. Later during the day, the various games were organized, and the programme concluded with a festive lunch.

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Jan 31, 20231 min read

St. John Bosco, father and founder

With due solemnity and numbers, the children of Ashalayam centres gathered to celebrate the feast of Don Bosco. The hallmark of the day was the Award Ceremony for the year 2022. A first-time-ever event – Antony Memorial Award in the name of Fr. Antony, who initiated the work of Ashalayam for street children in 1985. Mr. Biswanath Trivedi and Mr. Anil Agarwal, the President and Vice President of the Alumni Association of Don Bosco School Liluah, were the guests to felicitate t

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Jan 29, 20231 min read