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District Rotaract Counil15-16

Rotary International District 3230 Rotaract Bi-Monthly Newsletter

DRR Message

January | Issue 1

Dear friends, Warm rotaract greetings!

Whatever has happened, it has happened well, Whatever is happening, it’s going well, What is to happen, it will be fine.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all those who worked in relief and rescue operation during recent flood. Together we can, united we did.

Snagae Muzhangu, a weekly newsletter of district 3230 is all that I planned when I aspired to take up the District Rotaract Representative post.This newsletter is going to portray the projects and events happening across the district 3230.

I would like to thank Rtn. S.M. Balaji sir for his continuous support in motivating our Rotaractors. I would like to congratulate the efforts of Rtr. Aravindhan of RC of Dhanalakshmi Srinivasa College of Engineering and Technology and thank Rtr. Yuvabala and district editorial board for bringing up this newsletter successfully.

And friends brace yourself as Rotary Expo and “PRIDE” conference is gearing up. All the best to both the teams who are working hard to to make the event a grand success.

Rtr. PP PHF Vinoth Nagarajan District Rotaract Representative 15-16

Rotaract Chairman Message

Dear Friends, Warm Rotary Greetings.

It is a pleasure to have a Newsletter to showcase Rotaract to Rotaractors, their family, Rotarians and their families.

Sangae Muzhangu aptly named. Sangu which is a tamil word for Conch has always been connected to success. In Mythology, there was a demon called Shankhaasura, he was torturing all the Devas.

They went and appealed to Lord Vishnu, thats how Matsya Avataar was taken and Shankhaasura was killed. Lord vishnu blows his ear which is in the shape of Conch. As Lord Vishnu blows, the Vedhas arise and comes out from it. In history, Conch is blown as a symbol of victory. Whenever Kings come back with victory after war, they are welcomed by blowing the conch. In VIllages, whenever Pooja is being performed in temples, Conch is blown. In Medicine, when we take a deep breath and blow the conch, our lungs get purified. In science, the impure air which enters the conch, has a vortex formation and the air which comes out is purified, thats the the reason why normally sangu is hung in the entrance of houses. The opening of conch is normally left handed and very rarely almost one in lac will be right handed. Rotaractors in our district 3230 are Valampuri Sangu (right handed conch). Hence this news letter is the achievements and accomplishments of the Youth of our district.

Rtr. PP PHF Vinoth Nagarajan District Rotaract Representative Rtr. PP Anirudh Nataraj District Rotaract Secretary |Rtr. PP Solomon Rajesh Chairman - Editorial Board Rtr. Pres. Aravindhan Chairman - Newsletter

Congratulations and Special Appreciation to our DRR Rtr.Vinoth Nagarajan who kick started this initiative ably supported by Rtr. Solomon Rajesh, Rtr.Aravind, Rtr.Yuvabala, and their entire team. Wish you all success in this weekly monthly Newsletter.

Pride, the District Rotaract Conference work is in full swing. The Conference Chair Rtr. Dhanakodi, Conference Secretary Rtr.Kalai and their entire team are working tirelessly to make it a memorable experience. Request Rotaractors to register at the earliest and would like to take this opportunity to invite Rotarians to witness this wonderful conference.

Database team are working full time on the Data base collection of all our Rotaractors.

That is a great job. Request all Rotaract Presidents and Secretaries to help them in their work.

Happy Reading of Sangae Muzhangu. WIsh you all a Prosperous Pongal.

Regards, S.M. Balaji, District Rotaract Chairman (City).

2015-2016. District 3230

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Chairman Message

Warm Greetings,

The PRIDE conference scheduled to be held on 20th and 21st of February 2016 is

I am immensely happy to present you all the weekly newsletter of District Rotaract Council 3230 “Sange Muzhangu”. Being the Chairperson for this newsletter, I would extend my heartfelt thanks to Rtn.S.M.Balaji Chairman Rotaract 15-16, for his constant encouragement and support. Sincere thanks to the District Rotaract Representative Rtr. PP.PHF.Vinoth.S.Nagarajan and Rtr.PP.Yuvabala for giving me this opportunity to exhibit my skill in creating a informative edition of this newsletter.

“A pen is mightier than the sword”, a newsletter is a platform to showcase the activities of any organisation. Rotaract, being one of the eminent bodies in creating and encouraging youngsters of the country to indulge themselves in service and self improvement, Sange Muzhangu showcases the activities of District Rotaract Council 3230 which is undoubtedly the largest and one of the most efficient among various districts in the Rotary International.

I am very much privileged in handcrafting this edition for my own district, which has been teaching me enormous lessons and been helping me to constantly improve myself in all aspects.

Hope this edition will be very much useful and informative for the readers.

Rtr. Pres. Aravindhan.T Chairperson Sange Muzhangu-Weekly Newsletter District Rotaract Council RID 3230.

Glimpse of our Legacy!

• We have the largest Rotaract District in the world in terms of Membership.

• We also have the Largest Rotaract Club & Largest Women based Rotaract Club.

Rotary International recognizes Rotaract clubs that are making an impact through their exceptional community or international service projects. The Clubs are recognized by ‘Rotaract Outstanding Project’ awards and it is given every year by the Rotary International.

Every year, Rotaract clubs around the world develop innovative solutions to community problems that change lives. Tell about your club’s best local or international project from thepast year. RI will share your success and inspire others to take action. To nominate your club for the 2015-16 Rotaract Outstanding Project Awards:

• Our District Conferences and District Rotaract Assemblies have witnessed no less than 1,000 Rotaractors as delegates.

3. Complete the nomination form by 1 February.

• We have the unique distinction of conducting 100 projects in 24 hours (across all avenues of service) to commemorate the Rotary Centennial Year.

Kindly follow the link (https://jfe1.qualtrics.com/form/ SV_3CsjFRcZf6zuWu8) to submit your outstanding project.

The time zone may differ, so it’s a request put to you to submit it before January 31st, 2016.

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like Mr. Gopinath of the vijay tv fame to address the rotractors and a lot of entertainment including fusion dances and fashion show. Hoping to bring about 1500 rotractors together, the conference is a must attend for all the bubbling rotractors out there to come together to bring about a change. To take PRIDE in everything we have done and everything we are about to do, for the winners are those who take PRIDE in who they are and keep going on and on with a fearless mind and heads held high!

For event reg contact: Rtr. Dhanakodi (9094780223) Thanks & Regards Rtr. Vimal Kumar Group Rotaract Representative - Group 4 District Rotaract Council 15 -16 Rotary International District 3230 “Let’s Pursue Excellence”

Dear Presidents/Secretaries,

1. Select one project that highlights your club’s commitment, creativity, and collaboration. We’re looking for high-impact, sustainable service that aligns with at least one of Rotary’s areas of focus

• We hosted the Presidential Conference ‘WE ARE THE CHANGE’ on October 5th & 6th, 2013 & the Light up Rotary Days Celebration during December 07th 2014.

two days of inspiration, education and fun, the conference has some amazing speakers

Rotaract Outstanding Project Award

• We are the only District in South Asia to have conducted the Biennial South Asian Multi district Convention, ROTASIA (2002 & 2007). We have been showered with appreciation for the professionalism in which we conducted the conventions, hosting more than 1,000 (Rotaractors) from various South Asian Countries.

• We hosted Asian DRR Elect Training Seminar ADETS - 2012, ‘PRIDE’.

organized with a vision to bring together the rotaract clubs around the city. Promising

2. Collect photos, social media posts, local media coverage, and videos of your members in action that demonstrate how your club creates positive change.

Deadline: 1 February, 2016

Do not hesitate to contact us for any further queries.

For More Information Contact: Rtr. PP. Swathi Sujir Asso. District Rotaract Representative | P: 9940343340

Rotaracy Expo 2016 Rotary Expo to be held on 5th, 6th & 7th February 2016 and it is the very first attempt by Rotary International District 3230 to have a full-fledged professionally conducted exhibition focusing on Education, Health, Environment and Lifestyle all under one roof, which will be witnessed by 6000 members of Rotary families and also 7000 to 10000 people of Chennai each day. RI District 3230 & Team Expo aim to focus on children and youth as they are the future.

Rotary organize the following competition in your school/college premises at any one your convenient date from Jan 4th to Jan 9th(for School students). The theme for the competition is ‘BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD’ For School (for 8th to 12th Std) • Drawing / Painting competition (Charts will be provided) • Model making For College • Short film (should not exceed more than 15min) • Theme Music (should not exceed more than 4min) The deadline for submitting the video/audio CD is 25th Jan, 2016 The winners will be awarded at the Rotary EXPO on 7th Feb, 2016 For More Details Contact Rtr. PP. Dhana Kodi Asso. District Rotaract Representative | P: 9094780223 Rtr. PP. Swathi Sujir Asso. District Rotaract Representative | P: 9940343340

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