Don Bosco Technical School, Maligaon, marked International Women’s Day on 12 March 2026 with an energetic programme featuring performances, speeches, and an interactive quiz, bringing together staff, faculty, and students to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women. The event commenced with a melodious welcome song by Sikiyo and his group.

Br Joby Mani, the Director of the Institute, set the tone with a reminder that Women’s Day at Don Bosco Maligaon is observed each year with solemnity and genuine purpose—an intentional, annual act of recognising that the contributions of women to family, society, and the institution deserve to be celebrated with sincerity and gratitude.

The cultural segment showcased a wealth of talent. A group song by the Electrical Department, a motivational story by Mr Asish Hari, solo performances by Robert and Dolly Malakar, a dance by Yamaha students, acts by Emil and his group, and a lively finale by Malika Horo and her group kept the audience engaged throughout. An interactive quiz involving instructors and students added an energetic, participatory element to the afternoon.

Fr Augustine Karottupuram, Rector, reflected on the long struggle for women’s rights, tracing the history of the suffrage movement in England and beyond—hard-fought battles waged by generations of women who refused to accept the status quo. He drew a line from those years of protest to the present, where equality between men and women is enshrined in law and increasingly reflected in daily life, and concluded by thanking the organisers for a well-structured programme.

Miss Barnali Goyari, the institution’s soft skills instructor, delivered an additional motivational talk, encouraging students to support one another in developing future skills.

Fr Joy Kachappilly began his address with warm Women’s Day wishes and gave a brief reflection on the global themes of 2026: celebrating women as the true architects of society; actively challenging bias and dismantling barriers to equality; fostering solidarity and mutual support among women rather than competition; and recognising that when women succeed, their success creates a ripple effect that inspires every woman and girl who follows.

Mr Leo delivered the vote of thanks on behalf of the community. The compères concluded the programme with a fitting tagline: “It is a special day to respect and appreciate women,26 we can say ‘Thank You’ and make them feel special.”

The Technical School is blessed with twenty-three women who contribute to its life and mission, either as dedicated faculty members or as enthusiastic trainees growing in their chosen field.