Inauguration of 150 years’ celebration of SXCS: It is a matter of great pride for all Xaverians that St. Xavier’s will complete 150 years on 16th January 2010. Our institution has survived the passing of imperialism, the struggle for independence and the tumultuous times that accompanied the birth of our beloved country. 
Through the changing times the principles of our beloved Jesuit Priests have remained the same and have strengthened our solidarity, belief and attachment to our ‘alma mater’ and our resolve to give back to society at large. The inaugural programme of the 150 years’ celebration was held on 21st January, 2009. The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh had confirmed his participation in the programme, but unfortunately, due to sudden illness, which resulted in a heart bypass surgery, Dr. Singh could not attend the function.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mr. Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee attended the function as Chief Guest. The Mayor of Kolkata Municipal Corporation, Mr. Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharyya and Speaker of West Bengal Assembly were also present. The Primary and Senior school boys of SXCS gave a performance which was well appreciated by the audience. The college students also drew applause with their cultural performance. Subsequent to the inaugural programme, Alsoc had a fellowship programme which was well attended by members of Alsoc, SXCAA and Rev. Jesuit Fathers. Alsoc took the opportunity to hand over beautifully designed mementos to Rev Father Rector, Rev Father Principal of the college and our President Rev Father Headmaster. We also felicitated some young college students who had worked tirelessly alongside us to organize the arrangements for the Prime Minister’s visit. The Vyas brothers Sandip and Sanjeev kept the audience enthralled and involved on the dance floor with their music.
Post the Inaugural Programme, Alsoc had organized three separate deliberations by eminent persons which were thought provoking and well appreciated. These were on different topics as follows :
(a) “Future of India” by Mr. Nandan M. Nilekani and Mr. Ramchandra Guha on 6th March, 2009,
(b) A talk by Capt. Raghu Raman, CEO, Mahindra Special group on 12th March on the subject of “Terrorism & Counter Measures“, and
(c) Prof. Shahid Siddiqi, ex Xaverian and Professor, Long Island University, USA spoke on “Commitment in the evolving age of Globalisation” on 19th March 2009.
Concluding of 150 years’ celebration of SXCS: It is a matter of great pride for all Xaverians that St. Xavier’s has completed 150 years on 16th January 2010. Our institution has survived the passing of imperialism, the struggle for independence and the tumultuous times that accompanied the birth of our country. Through the changing times the principles of our beloved Jesuit Priests have remained the same and have strengthened our solidarity, belief and attachment to our ‘alma mater’ and our resolve to give back to society at large.
The year long celebration concluded on the 16th of January, 2010 with the presence of Dr. Manmohan Singh the Honorable Prime Minister, which was the Hallmark of the celebration. The Governor Mr. Devanand Konwar and Chief Minister Mr. Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee were also present on this great occasion. A Special Portrait painted by eminent painter Mr. Paresh Maity depicting young Rabindranath Tagore in class with Fr. Pernanda was presented to the honorable Prime Minister by alumnus Mr. Aveek Sarkar.
The other functions were as under:
16 January’ 10 – The Prime Minister, Governor & Chief Minister had attended the program.
17 January’ 10 – Mr. P. Chidambaram, Home Minister attended the program.
18 January’ 10 – Multi Religious prayer meet co-ordinated by Mr. Dipanker Bose, School Teacher
19 January’ 10 – Mass with Cardinal Toppo from Ranchi.
20 January’ 10 – Classical Music Performance by Aman & Ayan Ali Khan on Sarod in fusion with Geno Banks followed by Sandeep & Sanjeev Vyas in a Musical Soiree.
21 January’ 10 – School & College Students’ Cultural program followed by dinner with- Priests, Teachers, all Staff and Alumni accompanied with some light music. Alsoc thanked the Rector for his leadership and all priests, staff and members for their support.