The Silver Jubilee of the Priestly Ordination of Rev. Fr. Nicodim Aind, SDB, was celebrated on 18 January 2026 at Ural Basti, Sonapur. The joyful occasion brought together a large gathering of priests, religious sisters, and faithful from the surrounding localities, who assembled in thanksgiving for 25 years of dedicated priestly service.

The Jubilee Holy Mass was presided over by the jubilarian himself and concelebrated by two other jubilarians, Rev. Fr. P. A. Peter, SDB, and Rev. Fr. Theotimus Lakra, SDB and other priests. The Eucharistic celebration became a profound moment of grace and blessing, marking the faithfulness of God and the committed service of the jubilarians.

In his homily, Rev. Fr. Nicodim Aind reflected on the purpose of priesthood and the vital role of family prayer in nurturing and sustaining a vocation. Sharing from his personal experience, he spoke movingly of how the prayer life within his family and the deep faith of his parents had supported him throughout his priestly journey. “The family prayers and the faith of my parents, seeing them praying, are what kept me going as a priest,” he said. He further expressed his deep trust in the Blessed Virgin Mary, adding, “Whenever things seem impossible, I offer everything to our Blessed Mother, and she is always there to guide me.” The jubilee celebration stood as a testament to his strong faith and abiding trust in Jesus and in the maternal intercession of His Blessed Mother.

Concluding his homily, he expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Salesian Congregation for the guidance, support, and accompaniment he has received as a priest and as a member of the Society.

Following the Holy Mass, a felicitation programme was organised in honour of the jubilarian. Rev. Fr. Nicodim Aind expressed his sincere gratitude to God for His blessings, to his superiors, the Parish of Sonapur, the priests and religious present, and to all the faithful who participated in making the celebration meaningful and memorable.

Speaking on behalf of the Salesian Province, Rev. Fr. Bivan R. Mukhim, SDB, Vice Provincial, thanked Rev. Fr. Nicodim Aind for his committed service and valuable contributions to the Province. He especially appreciated the manner in which Fr. Nicodim has carried forward the mission of the Province in the community at Sashipur and for the insightful suggestions and support he has consistently offered to the Provincial Council.