Rotary District 3131 GML Jan 2019

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Governor’s Monthly Letter

January 2019

DG Dr. Shailesh Palekar RID 3131

DG Message - Dil Se

Dear Miracle creators, Wishing you all a very Happy and a Prosperous New Year. I am pretty sure that the second half of the Rotary year will be as fast and thrilling as the previous year.

I must firstly congratulate the IFCR group of our District for organizing the largest ever Cricket tournament in its entire history from 29th November to 2nd December. I am proud to witness this event which was played on 8 cricket grounds in Pune. 30 teams and 450 plus Rotarians from all over India participated and played their cricket hard but equally enjoyed the camaraderie and fellowship in the evening. The icing on the cake was when Padmabhushan Chandu Borde presented the awards to the winning teams. I want to specially appreciate the efforts of Convenor Ganesh Kudale, Rtn Sunil Romila and Dr Amod Divekar for their meticulous planning and fabulous leadership during this process.

This year we declared the RYLA fortnight from 3rd December to 18th

December. We had kept a target of giving benefit to atleast 20,000 students, the numbers are coming in but I must appreciate all our Club Leaders for responding to my call and participating wholeheartedly in this fortnight.

The travels have incessantly continued across our district for the OCVs and the efforts have been enriching. The work is being done tremendously by all the clubs. I would specially mention the performance of Rujuta Desai from Shivajinagar who is such a committed and a meticulous planner. I would appreciate the efforts of Charu Shrotri from Poona West whose Cyber Suraksha program has been a revelation. Also the efforts of Amruta Deogaonkar from Gandhibhavan who was the anchor for the Guinness Record needs to be lauded. She committed to become a Major Donor during the OCV. Ramesh Patel from RC of Panvel Central, Sagar Gundewar from Kharghar Midtown, Col Prem Anand from RC Poona , Mohan Patwardhan from Pune South and Rupinder Beri from Sports City have also put in laudable efforts. I would specifically mention Purshottam Agarwal of RC of New Panvel who is putting tremendous efforts to complete their Dialysis centre and Rotary Hospital by end of January 2019.

By the time I am writing this article the

membership figures of 1st Janaury 2019 have arrived and it is not a healthy sign at all. We added 430 members and lost 170 with a net gain of 260 members. All clubs will have to put in special efforts to ensure sustainable growth. Members are the heart of Rotary and we need to take special care of all of them. At no cost we should compromise on quality but we have to work on our members and grow positively by the end of Rotary year 2018-19.

By the time the next article will reach you , our District Conference “ SYMPHONY “ will have concluded.

On behalf of myself and my club RC of Panvel, I invite all of you to promote and attend this conference in large numbers on 2nd and 3rd Feb at Sunny’s world in Pune. A fabulous venue, delicious menu and galaxy of speakers await you at this conference.

Padmashri Bunker Roy, Vir Chakra Awardee Lalit Rai, National Award winner Nitin Desai, Arun Lakhani from Niti Ayog, The Tarinis and many more will enrich you with their wisdom.

Moksha the first Marathi Band will set the stage on fire during the evening Gala Dinner and Fellowship. Looking forward to seeing you in large numbers and enjoying the conference in abundance.

Let us now all look forward to a rocking 2019.

DG Dr Shailesh Palekar

Galaxy of Speakers

Tarini Ladies Naval Officers

Mr. Bankar Roy

Mr. Arun Lakhani

Mr. Nitin Desai

Bollywood Art Director

DG Message - Dil Se

Colonel Lalit Rai VrC

Mr. Swami Gyanvatsal

Cows Global Grant & Article Competition 2

Globetrotting dare devil crew

Activist, educator, founder of Barefoot college for women

Advisor to NITI Aayog for PPP water treatment projects Kargil war hero

REGISTRATIONS

Motivational speaker

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Music is the essence of life and friendship

is a key to the success of the Rotary Movement

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VENUE : Sunny’s World, Pashan-Sus Road, Sus Gaon, Pune Host Club – Rotary Club of Panvel

Free transport to Venue from Pune and PCMC available.

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Rotarians Anns Patrons Guests Annets above 12 years between 3-12 years Rotaractors

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RYLA Fortnight 3 7000 7000 10000 7000 3000 2000 1500 per day

PAYMENTS

Savings Account Name - Symphony Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank Ltd. Savings Bank A/c No. - 67864 Abhyudaya Bank Bldg, Sect 17, New Panvel 410206 ISFC Code - ABHY0065018 CONTACT PP Shrikant Chilekar 98206 13585 PP Sudhir Gupte 98331 17377 IPP Suryakant Kulle 97697 79798 Rtn Atul Shetye 98206 43332 Rtn Santosh Ambavane 93222 61221

Clubs in Action

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DG Visits & Important 8 Dist. Declarations 8 Designated Month - Vocational Service & Rotary Quiz 9 Rising Stars Competition for Annets & District Events

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Empowering women by Cow Donation Empowering women by cow donation - Global Grant Project by RC Poona North.

Cow donation project is a unique humanitarian and signature project of RCPN. It is a great women empowerment project.

It is also a Vocational Project as lady farmers are given training to look after and take proper care of cows donated to them. This is the biggest project in this field. This is Rotary Club of Poona North’s 7th Cow Project.

RCPN works with a NGO DISHA. Disha locates lady farmers below poverty line, trains them on how to take care,

about cow fodder and cleanliness of cowshed. Then we see that there is a dairy close by to purchase milk. Only then the cow is donated to the ladies.

These ladies buy cow of their choice.

They start earning immediately by selling the milk. On an average, they additionally save around INR 3 to 4k per month.

On15th April 2017 our Club received US$ 135,000=00 Global Grant Rotary Foundation for 300 cows. Out of these 300 cows 212 cows have been donated in 28 villages to needy farmers in Maval and Mulshi Taluka.

This is best perpetually sustainable

and an unique Project of Economic Development. This project increases milk productivity, increases income, multiplies cow population exponentially (1 Calf /15months) and is a catalyst in prosperity of the region.

This is synergy project with RC of Pune Sinhagad, RC of Chinchwad, RC of Dehu Road, RC of Magarpatta Elite, RC of Karve Nagar, RC of Pune Sahawas, RC of Poona Main, RC of Pune Mid East, RC Pune Riverside and RC Pune Metro. Our International partner is Rotary Club of Chu-Nan from Taiwan.

On 10th December, PDG Porite of RC Chu-Nan and other PDGS from Taiwan, RC of Chungli and others around thirty six members visited the project.

Foreign delegates remarked that it is a very good project, and were very happy to meet the satisfied lady farmers.

By Rtn. Lata Kerkar Rotary Club of Poona North.

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Consolation Prize - Annets

Inspiring others- The Art of Authenticity Before I write about what I believe being an inspiration is, I’m going to write about what I think it isn’t. Over the years, the ability to inspire has often been mistaken for the ability to accomplish. Being an inspiration isn’t about the number of medals, trophies and accolades you have in your name but about the extent to which you’re willing to go to stay true to yourself and what you believe in. Growing up a stage-shy girl, I never felt like I could ever speak in front of, let alone address a crowd but there came a day when I came up with what I like to call the 20 second rule. It takes 20 seconds to put your negative thoughts and discomfort aside, muster up all your courage and go do what you really want to do but are terrified of doing. I like to believe that if not many, my actions have inspired at least one person to do the same. Inspiration lies in being your true unapologetic self, with all your quirks, flaws and eccentricities and empowering those around you to let go of whatever is holding them back, and pursue their calling, irrespective of how ridiculous or unconventional it might seem to the rest of society. In a world full of echoes, let’s join hands in inspiring each other to be the voice.

Annet Rashmi Birmole Rotary Club of Panvel

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RYLA Fortnight RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) is a much recommended programme of Rotary International. The award is in an intangible form of learning that will remain life-long with the participant.

It is meant for youngsters 14-30 years of age. The aim is to provide them an opportunity to develop their skills and character while exposing them to Rotary’s great values of service, high ethical standards and world peace.

RYLA programmes can range from one full day or even 10 days, with the format like a seminar or a Leadership camp. Overnight RYLAs are ideal as they provide a holistic experience and ample scope for better bonding.

RYLA is a superb way for Rotarians to connect with, mentor and provide a unique opportunity to add value to the leadership potential of the youth.

A truly wonderful way to share Rotary vision and work with the community and future leaders !

It was one of its Kind !!!

The clubs conducted Day RYLAs for different durations. Students were rural and urban youth, high school students, college students, young professionals, Rotaractors and also differently abled youth.

RC of Kothrud conducted an Inter District RYLA for the deaf and dumb students. Topics included leadership skills, Communication skills, conflict management, creative problem solving, career opportunities, selfconfidence, personality development, group activities, Yoga, Pranayam, physical fitness, sex education, current affairs, environment awareness, social causes, emotional management, community and global citizenship and Rotary information among others.

Ultimately whopping 34 RYLA programmes were conducted making RYLA Fortnight a resounding success!!

It demonstrated Rotary’s respect and concern for the Youth. Provided the youth with invaluable training to be better leaders and last but not the least encouraged and assisted the youngsters by fostering their leadership skills.

The success of the fortnight continues with the continuing RYLA programmes of the clubs and the feedback pouring in from the participants. The experience of the RYLA fortnight has been a truly satisfying and gratifying one !

Rtn. PP Pallavi Sable Dist 3131 RYLA Chair 2018-19

With this in mind and to showcase the fabulous work clubs in our district do for the Youth, ourbeloved DG Dr. ShaileshPalekar had the vision of having a RYLA fortnight. The RYLA Team accepted this challenge of turning vision into reality !

The District Youth team worked very hard for its planning. We informed all clubs with an exhaustive list of recommended RYLA topics in great detail and list of speakers was also shared. All the appropriate counselling, guidance and help was given and all doubts were cleared.The Club Presidents and Youth Directors were fully enthused and rose to the occassion ! The RESULT...The RYLA Fortnight 3rd to 18th December2018, was truly a grand celebration of District 3131’s commitment to youth empowerment !

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Clubs In Action Bhumi Pujan – Toilet Construction at Khed Panchayat Samiti by RC Pimpri

Bhumi Pujan of toilet construction at Khed Panchayat Samiti.

1) Male toilets : 5 Toilets & 8 Urinals 2) Female Toilets: 4 Toilets 3) hand wash - 4 nos 4) Water Pump - 1 no Beneficiaries : 90000, Cost : 465000

IT Cup Cricket Tournament – Partners PRATHAM and RC Pune Sahawas

RCP Sahawas is social partner in IT cup cricket tournament hosted by Pratham sports. On 2nd Dec the Bal Din (Mera Bachpan) was celebrated at the Dilip Vengsarkar Varroc cricket ground Bal din arranged by Rtn Amit.

Senior citizens from old age home & deaf /mute kids were invited to enjoy the cricket match.

X Mas with School Children by RC Patalganga Blanket and Bedsheet distribution to Adiwasi students of school at village Taraby Patalganga.On Christmas day RC Patalganga Rotarians, Lady Rotarians and Anns decided to become Santa Claus and bring happiness to needy school students.

Beneficiaries : 103, Cost : 51000

LN4 Prostheic arm camp at Vishakhapatnam by RC Pune Downtown

LN 4 Prosthetic hand camp at Visakhapatanam Beneficiaries : 402 Cost : 80000

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No honking awareness by RC Kharghar Midtown We visited Mumbai-Pune Toll Naka, near Kharghar with the intention to create awareness about Noise pollution due to honking, its adverse effect on Traffic police and commuters. Other suggestions about traffic rules, like importance of seat belt, helmet, slow and careful driving were given to drivers.

Beneficiaries-200

RYLA by RCP Sinhagad Road

We conducted a RYLA for Asramshala’s organized by NIRAMAY on S P College ground for 350 girls of the std 6, 7, 8 and 9th. The RYLA was conducted by Rtn Manjusha Gogte and Rtn Prakash Vasekar. The children were very pleased and Niramay has requested us to conduct another RYLA for them in April 2019. For this RYLA, our club sponsored TROPHIES worth Rs 12500.00

Interactive Session with blind by RC Pradhikaran

Service project an interactive session with blind people Beneficiary: Visually Challenged Students Topic: Power of the Mind. Inaugural Address: AG. Rtn. Jeetendra Sharma Beneficiaries : 60, Cost : 10000

RYLA by RC Talegaon and RC Talegaon MIDC

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Celebrated RYLA at Goal ground, Talegaon Dabhade, opp. Railway station, Around 2500 Children participated. Arranging mini train, Magic Show & other activities.

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HIV Awareness by RCP Royal

HIV AWARENESS CAMPAIGN at Family Planning Association Of India Pune on the occasion of world HIV day.

Beneficiaries : 20 Cost : 5000

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards by RC Kamothe Panvel

RYLA was condusted at Sushma Patil Vidyalay, Sector - 11, Kamothe for the students of the 12th Standard.

Beneficiaries : 110, Cost : 12000

Training program for SSC students by RC Khopoli

How to face SSC exam, Beneficiaries : 300 Cost : 10000

Sleeping kit distribution by RC Indapur

750 Sleeping kit distribution for zp school students, Beneficiaries : 750, Cost : 3800000

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Spoken English teacher training by RC Chinchwad

Rotary Club Chinchwad sponsored two teachers of Sancheti School, Thergaon for BCL workshop. This workshop is for Marathi medium school teachers to improve teaching of Spoken English in school.

Spoken English teacher training at British council hall conducted

by Rotary district 3131.

RYLA for deaf students by RC Pimpri

This is a unique RYLA for deaf students organized by Rotary Pimpri with 1) Speaker Mr. S Hari Hara Kumar (Director Academic for Deaf Foundation) 2) Movie: Born with Pride.

3) Inter School Painting Competition.

Speaker himself is deaf & comes from Deaf family. He talked on Self Development (Ordinary to Extra Ordinary personality.

Participants were from special schools all over the district. The children will be able to enjoy the thrill of going to a competition & Conference. The program ended with award giving ceremony.

Award of Samaj parivartan puraskar and Adharsh ganesh mandal spardha

by RC Katraj

Award of Samaj parivartan puraskar and Adharsh ganesh mandal spardha.

New Year celebration with patrolling police by RC Panvel Midtown

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On the eve of 2018 and at the onset of 2019, under the Chairmanship of Rtn CA Shrikant Limaye, Rotary Club of Panvel Midtown undertook a noble project for the Policemen patrolling New Year revelries. The team distributed Tea, Biscuits and Water Bottles to the real life Heroes viz the Mumbai Police. Around 140 policemen benefited from this project.

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Excellent opportunities for clubs Teachers’ Training Program Friends this year District Literacy team has taken an initiative in Teacher’s Training with two programs first improvement in Class room management skills conducted in association with ICEDC (Indian Career Education and Development Council) and second improvement in English Communication skills in association with British Council Library, Pune.

Till now we have reached out to 350 teachers. We appeal to other Clubs to participate in these programs to benefit more and more teachers. a) Classroom Management & Skill Development conductedby ICEDC: Literacy team has completed 7 sessions for 296 teachers so far.

Target - 500 teachers.

• The sessions are conductedby qualified experienced passionate trainers of ICEDC • A one day face to face training is followed by up to 3 months of mentoring to enablethe teachers to practice the innovative techniques like simulation role play, reflective learning and sharing modules.

• The cost per session of 40 teachers is Rs 20,000 which includes the cost of training, resource material, mentoring and duel country certification (Australia & India) and inclusion in ICEDC member database.

RCP Sarasbaug has taken up this programs as one of its major projects and has successfully completed 5 sessions for over 200 teachers of Camp Education Society. RCP University & RC Pimpri town have done a session each. b) Teachers’ Training Program at British Council Library: This training program aims at improvement in Communication skills in English and teaching techniques. The highlights are as follows.

• The training program is conducted by Master Trainers of BCL who are experienced and well equipped with the training material.

• Eligibility - teachersteaching from Nursery to Higher Secondary/ Junior College.

• It is a two day program of 8 hours each for a batch of 25 teachers.

• Program is hands on and task

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based with frequent interactive practice activities designed to develop essential language skills. It includes - Vocabulary Games, language games, story building etc. Dealing with diction - pronunciation, stress in words & sentences; intonation tec.

• Practical activities to develop an overall confidence in speaking in English.

• The cost of the training is Rs 2000 per candidate.

• Teachers will receive a duel Certificate of attendance from

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BCL & RILM at the end of the 2-day program.

We, from the District Literacy Team would like to appeal the Presidents & the Service Directors of all the clubs to identify the schools/ beneficiaries and come forward to sponsor these excellent Teacher’s Training Programs. Please feel free to contact us for more details.

Rtn.Sunita Shirguppi (9860779352) RtnUjjwala Joshi (98224 13069) Co-Chairperson for TTP 18-19 Chairperson for TTP 18-19

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More Vidyalay and Kadam Jr College Interact Club by RCP Karvenagar

Euphoria District Interact Conference Get ready for ’’EUPHORIA”- DISTRICT INTERACT CONFERENCE on Saturday 19th Jan 2019 at YMCA HALL, Quarter Gate, Camp, Pune Hosted by RCP Downtown.

Registrations : Rs 100 per Interactor Rs 200 per Teacher Rs 400 per Rtn. & Spouse Pl send action pics of your interact club projects to drnalinir@gmail.com & pushkar.mulay@gmail.com They will be showcased at the event.

Besides Motivational Speakers, there will be competitions. Participate in GROUP SONG & GROUP DANCE COMPETITIONS. (one entry each per interact club, Max. 10 performers in each group. Duration: 5 mins each.)

Last date for entry : 15 Jan 2019.

For competition entries, pl contact Rtn. SupriyaBanerjea, 98230 10612.

For registrations Contact : Treasurer Rtn. Probir Mitra, 9822017037 Convenor : Rtn.Pallavi Sable, 9823060757.

Looking forward to a Euphoric Youth Event !!

RC Kharghar Midtown

RC Sports City

Foundation Highlights 1. Total Contribution for the month a. APF US$ 65000 + b. Polio US$ 3000 + 2. Clubs in Foundation Action – a. APF - RC Panvel US$ 11000 + b. APF – RC Patalganga US$ 5000 + c. Grants – RC Pune South US$ 5000 + d. APF – RC Pune Midtown US$ 5000 + e. APF – RC Pune Metro US$ 5000 + f. APF and Grants – RC Pune Shivajinagar – 6000 + g. APF – RCKatraj Pune 4000 +

USD to INR for Jan is Rs. 70.

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Designated Month – Vocational Service Month Vocational Service is the way Rotary fosters and supports the application of the Ideal of Service to the pursuit of all vocations.

Rotary has designated months to help clubs Develop meeting agendas, projects, or public image campaigns based on these special occasions.

January is Vocational Services month.

During this period, clubs highlight the importance of the business and professional life of Rotarian. Special activities promote the vocational avenue of service. Discussions on vocational service can lead to projects that develop the ethical

consciousness and vocational skills of Rotarians and also the talents within their communities. Vocational Service Month is an opportunity to begin year-long vocational service activities, ranging from Rotary discussions to awards to community projects. Following are some suggested activities • Devote a meeting to examine the second Avenue of Service, including The Four-Way Test.

• Introduce a “mini-classifications talk” series in which members gives a five-minute talk on his or her vocation. The purpose of these talks is to promote vocational awareness and help them recognize the worthiness of all occupations.

• Present a vocational award to someone who has exemplified outstanding professional achievement while maintaining

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by Rtn. Makarand Tilloo

District Director

Vocational Service

6 Per capita half yearly membership fee per member as applicable to 2018-19 is : A $34 B $32

Rotary Quiz

By Rtn Dr. Dipak Kulkarni 1 The convention of Rotary year starting from July and ending in June was started from which year?

A 1905 B 1913 C 1997

D 1917

2 When did RYLA start in Rotary ?

A 1905

B 1959

C 1971

D 1925

3 Every Last Child is a slogan of ?

A Global Polio eradication B Child welfare, Initiative Govt. of India C WHO D Govt. of Pakistan 4 Orville Wright Co-inventor of the first successful airplane was a member of which Rotary club ?

A San diago B Chicago C Dayton D Orange 5 The official exchange rate for Dollar for Rotary related payments applicable for January 19 is : A Rs. 70 B Rs. 74 C Rs. 72 D Rs. 80

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very high ethical standards.

Promote the presentation within the community.

Invite experts to give a presentation on the vocational needs of the community.

Possible projects could focus on developing character, career guidance, mentoring small businesses, and skill development.

Encourage club members to put their vocational skills to work as a Rotary International Volunteer.

Start Vocational Education / Skill Guidance Centre. Start Part Time Consultancy centre.

Helping Physically Challenged people to gets jobs

C $199

D $39

7 What action will the club face if it does not pay membership dues within 4 months from the invoice date recieved from RI? A Stern notice B Suspension

C Termination D Interest payable on the dues

8 If a club wants to sponsor a new Rotary club then it should have ; A At least 20 members B In existence for at least 10 years

C Should have club trust D At least one PDG as their member

9 Number of Rotaract clubs worldwide is close to : A 5000 B 21000 C 3000

D 11000

10 What is the anniversary date of formation of Rotary ?

A 15th August B 23rd January

C 23rd February

D 30th June

Answers to Rotary Quiz December 2018

1. B. 6. B

2. C 7. C

3. A 8. D

4. B 9. A

5. D 10. C

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Official Club Visits - January PRADHIKARAN 2-Jan TILAK ROAD 3-Jan PANVEL MIDTOWN 4-Jan INSPIRA 5-Jan PUNE PARVATI 7-Jan WESTEND 8-Jan MIDTOWN 9-Jan DOWNTOWN 10-Jan KALYANINAGAR 11-Jan HILLSIDE 12-Jan TALEGAON MIDC 14-Jan

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Official Club Visits -February

UNIVERSITY 11-Feb PIMPRI 12-Feb PUNE CANTONMENT 13-Feb KOREGAON PARK 14-Feb WISDOM 15-Feb PUNE CENTRAL 16-Feb MAGARPATTA CITY 17-Feb MANGAON 18-Feb KOTHRUD 19-Feb ROYAL 20-Feb TALEGAON DABHADE 21-Feb NIGDI PUNE 22-Feb PURANDAR 25-Feb PIMPRI TOWN 27-Feb PUNE FAR EAST 28-Feb

District Events in Dec and Feb 2019

1 International Car Rally

Saturday

6-27th Jan

2 CRM

Sunday

13th Jan

3 Rotary Festival

17th to 20th Jan

4 District Conference - Symphony

2nd and 3rd Feb

5 CRM

17th Feb

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Dear Rotarians and Anns , Wishing you all a very happy and prosperous new year!

Time runs very fast! New year is just round the corner and I am sure that you all are going to have a great time in the coming year too.

I say with pleasure that the warmth and affection shown by the Rotarians and Anns during official DG visits

are beyond words. I will cherish all these memories throughout my life.

I also appreciate the commitment of Rotarians to the Rotary foundation.

Having witnessed one of the most lively and happening event - The all District CRICKET TOURNAMENT, I am sure you all are looking forward to the “ PUNE FEST”. January will witness another innovative event of the year 18-19!! It will surely build good image of our ROTARY DISTRICT .

Our district conference - SYMPHONY is on 2nd and 3rd February in SUNNYS WORLD. This is an event which everyone is looking forward to.

The speakers are fabulous and it will surely be fascinating to listen to them.

Last date is 15th January so hurry!!!

Book your seat and Enjoy GOOD FRIENDSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP and FANTASTIC ENTERTAINMENT. Our club RC PANVEL members are eagerly waiting to welcome you with good hospitality. I humbly request you to register in large no’s to make the gala event a great success!

Let us all work hard and keep the ROTARY FLAG FLYING HIGH! Once again, HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!

Rtn Dr Shobhana Palekar

LN4 - Helping hands – Giving hands - Changing lives RC Poona Downtown’s Signature Project of LN-4 Prosthetic Hand has literally been going places!

The name LN-4 comes from the Ellen Meadows Foundation,U.S.A which gives the hand free of cost. This path breaking project was started in the club by P.P.Shabbir Jamnagarwala and is running extremely successfully under his and Rtn.Pradeep Munot’s active involvement along with our Rotarians and spouses.

LN-4 fitment is a Life changing experience for the recipients. Not only can they lift weights upto 2.5 kgs, they can even write with a pen, eat with a spoon and even drive a 2or 4 wheeler!

The LN-4 Prosthetic hand is very light in weight, easy to operate and durable.

Our LN-4 Team has devised and set up a systematic procedure for conducting Camps. The actual procedure to be followed at a camp has also been set which includes documentation,

training and counselling to the recipients.

The success of Joint LN-4 Camp has more than 4000 satisfied recipients across the country in 12 states, 15 rotary districts and 27 Rotary clubs.

With LN-4 Permanent Centre at Hadapsar anyone can walk in on any Saturday for fitment. Our Rotarian volunteers headed by Rtn.PP.Jitubhai Mehta are present there to welcome

them with open arms to give them an arm!!!

And the best quote from a person living on Daund Railway Station, “My begging days are over, now, I can earn a respectable living for myself!”

Rotary Club Of Poona Downtown is Giving Hands, Giving Dignity,Truly Serving Humanity!

Rtn. Pallavi Sable

All Project Photographs and Information have been taken from district website -www.rotary3131.org If you want your Projects, DG visits & Youth activities to be displayed in GML, please update the district website regularly.

Published by DG Dr. Shailesh Palekar, RI District 3131. Edited by GML Editor Rtn. Sham Phadnis & GML Team. Designed and printed at Hitech Graphics Panvel FOR INTERNAL CIRCULATION ONLY

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