Shillong, India - February 2025 - On 2nd February, the Shillong Province (INS) gathered in fervent prayer and joyful celebration at the Don Bosco Silchar centre to celebrate three young Salesian priests: Fr Jitendis Sohshang, Fr Shanborlin Khardewsaw and Fr Santreki Muliar. The day began with the celebration of the Eucharist concelebrated by 37 priests, including the newly ordained, who were surrounded by the warmth and prayers of their Salesian confreres. The celebration was honoured by the presence of numerous religious, sisters and faithful from neighbouring parishes and communities, all united in the spirit of gratitude for the gift of their priesthood. After Mass, a felicitation programme was held to honour the new priests, who were welcomed into their sacred ministry with love and joy. The programme was made even more special by the lively performances of guests from the local boarding school and school students, who infused the celebration with their youthful energy and devotion. The occasion was also an opportunity to acknowledge and thank the Provincial Council and the Salesian school headmasters, who were present for the headmasters' meeting and the Provincial Council meeting.