Golaghat, August 12, 2026: Don Bosco College, Golaghat, observed International Youth Day 2026 with a vibrant Youth Assembly organised by the DBCG Youth Club in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at the DBCG Assembly Hall. The programme was held on the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.”
The programme commenced with a prayer led by Rev. Sr. Dr. Reena George, followed by the National Anthem and a welcome address by Rev. Fr. Dr. A. Amalados, Principal of Don Bosco College, Golaghat. In his address, he highlighted the growing role of young people as change-makers and catalysts for social transformation, citing youth-led developments and movements in Bangladesh, Nepal, Indonesia and, more recently, India.
Ms. Arpita Duwara, Assistant Professor and President of the DBCG Youth Club, spoke on the significance of International Youth Day and introduced the theme for 2026. The inaugural session also featured a group song and an inspirational message by Rev. Fr. Rector Kamel Horo, Chairman of the Youth Assembly.
The second session focused on the DBCG Youth Club and the Youth Assembly. Mr. Mukrang Bey, Club Representative, introduced the initiative, while Mr. Gaurav Dey, Youth Club Coordinator and Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce, explained the concept, objectives and significance of the Youth Assembly as a platform for youth participation, representation and dialogue. He also drew attention to major global challenges and emphasised the important role of young people in addressing them.
A Youth Pledge was administered by Lt. John Kisku, ANO and Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science.
The highlight of the programme was the Youth Assembly, in which representatives from various departments and student bodies shared their views on issues affecting young people. Discussions covered a wide range of concerns, including education, youth participation, climate change, conflict, migration, governance, social responsibility and the aspirations of the younger generation. Representatives from Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh enriched the discussion with diverse regional perspectives.
The programme concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, panel feedback and messages, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Songsar Langneh, Secretary of the DBCG Youth Club. The event concluded with the National Anthem.
The Youth Assembly provided students with a meaningful platform to reflect, deliberate, represent their communities and propose ideas on issues shaping their future. It also reaffirmed Don Bosco College, Golaghat’s commitment to nurturing responsible citizenship, leadership, democratic participation and the holistic development of young people.
The theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” resonated throughout the Assembly, underscoring the message that although young people come from diverse social, cultural and geographical backgrounds, their aspirations for a peaceful, inclusive and sustainable future remain deeply connected. The programme also emphasised that young people should not merely inherit the future but actively participate in shaping it.
