Wishing You a Blessed & Joyous Deepawali – Message from Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ

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Dear Member,

Warm festive greetings from the St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA).

On behalf of Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata; President, SXCCAA; and Secretary, JHEASA (South Asia), we extend to you and your family our heartfelt wishes for a Happy and Blessed Deepawali — a celebration of the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

We are delighted to share with you Fr. Dominic Savio’s reflective article titled “Deepawali: The Triumph of Sacred Light,” published in The Telegraph, where he beautifully explains the spiritual, philosophical and universal dimensions of the festival.

Through his message, Fr. Dominic Savio reminds us that Deepawali transcends religious boundaries — it is a time for self-realisation, renewal of faith and the spreading of wisdom, peace and compassion. Drawing from sacred texts across traditions, he illustrates how light is a symbol of divine truth and the guiding spirit that leads humanity from ignorance to enlightenment, from despair to hope.

Attached herewith are:

1️⃣ The published article — “Deepawali: The Triumph of Sacred Light”

2️⃣ A festive greeting card conveying the blessings and wishes of Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ

May the sacred light of Deepawali fill your heart and home with joy, peace and renewed purpose.

Let us together carry forward the Xaverian spirit of service, harmony and hope.

With warm regards and festive wishes,

Yours truly ,

Sanjib Koner

Honorary Secretary

St. Xavier's College (Calcutta) Alumni Association