Nagpur Youth Convention Draws 300, Focuses on Faith, Mental Health and Financial Literacy

Nagpur, November 12, 2026: Nearly 300 young people, volunteers and organisers gathered for FIAT 2.0 – Let It Be Done, a two-day youth convention organised by the Archdiocese of Nagpur on November 7 and 8 at SFS School, Sadar, Nagpur.

Around 250 young people participated in the convention, which focused on spiritual formation, mental health, financial literacy and strengthening fellowship among Catholic youth.

The programme featured a session on balancing spiritual life by Fr Vivian Lobo, while a panel discussion on mental health was led by Fr Joseph Polishetty, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Nagpur, along with Fr Joshua Furtado SFX and Fr Ignacy Joseph Francis SFX. The discussion highlighted the importance of mental well-being and access to counselling services.

Chartered Accountant Mahendra Kamath conducted a session on financial literacy, addressing the need for young people to develop financial awareness and responsible money-management skills.

The first day combined spiritual activities with cultural performances. Participants, divided into groups of ten, presented skits, dances and songs. The programme also included Holy Mass celebrated by Fr Joseph Polishetty, Eucharistic adoration and an opportunity for confession. The day concluded with FIAT Youth Night, featuring group performances and a bonfire.

The second day featured workshops and competitions under the FIAT Experience Hour, including E-Football, BGMI, Free Fire, Open Mic and Rangoli. Participants also took part in Bible painting and rosary-making workshops. A group dance competition involving eight parish teams, accompanied by the convention's in-house band, was another major attraction.

The convention also focused on strengthening the organisational structure of the diocesan youth movement. The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) report was presented, and the introduction of YOUCAT (Youth Catechism) at the diocesan level was initiated. Organisers highlighted the role of Panch Samiti members in strengthening youth activities and participation at the parish level.

Catholic Connect was also introduced to the Archdiocese as a digital platform for communication and engagement within the Catholic community.

The Holy Eucharist on the second day was presided over by Fr Agnelo Fernandez, Episcopal Vicar.

Held under the guidance of Archbishop Elias Gonsalves of Nagpur and the leadership of Fr Augustine Antony Dsilva, Diocesan Youth Director, the convention was organised in collaboration with Nagpur Archdiocesan Media and Communication (NAMCOM), led by its director, Fr Jomise Joy, along with Fr Linto Peter. Around 70 participants from areas outside Nagpur also attended, reflecting the growing reach of the diocesan youth movement.

The convention was coordinated by Sr Angel Wangsu MSMHC, Lady Animator; Vivian Wasnik, Diocesan Youth President; and Melwyn Titus, Youth Coordinator, with the support of volunteers and other collaborators.

FIAT 2.0 brought together young people from different parishes to deepen their faith, develop personal skills, build relationships and take a more active role in the life and mission of the Church.

By Fr. Jomise Joy

Director, NAMCOM