Rotary District 3131 October GML

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Governor’s Monthly Letter

October 2018

DG Dr. Shailesh Palekar RID 3131

DG Message - Dil Se indeed a great sight to see Muskan on the faces of about 400 Interactors who enjoyed their participation in this event.

My Dear Rotary Family, By the time this GML reaches you Navaratri will have started, so wishing you all a very happy Navaratri and may Goddess Durga shower you all with her blessings. I am also sure that lot of clubs will be venturing into Dandiya fellowships, hence we are in the best phase of relaxation and enjoyment.

Also all clubs celebrated Ganeshotsav in style. I realized the privileges of being the Governor when I and Shobhana could offer Aarti to Dagadusheth Ganapati in Pune organized by RC of Pune Sinhagad Road and Pune Kothrud. To be a part of the visarjan proceedings on the last day organized by RC Sinhagad Road again with the RYE students was an experience in itself. We could also participate in the visarjan proceedings organized by RC Pune Heritage and these memories will always remain etched in our lives forever.

September was the Youth Month and we had the Interact Assembly ‘Muskan‘ organized by RC Kharghar Midtown. It was a fabulously organized event and I must appreciate the special efforts taken by the Host Club led by President Dr Sagar Gundewar.

I must also appreciate the efforts of the Youth Director Niraj Mehta and Interact Chair Nalini Ramaswamy to make this event memorable. It was

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From 26th to 30th Sept a group of 72 ladies from our District had embarked on ambitious journey for 5 days, 2000 kms , 10 Districts and 4 states via a car Rally. Lady Rotarians, Anns, Annets and few guests participated in this rally from Pune to Bhusawal to Ratlam to Udaipur to Baroda to Panvel. Surely it has been an amazing experience and the reception they received across the districts was incredible and a boost to the PI of RID 3131 was tremendous.

Meeting PRIP Kalyan Bannerjee and Binotaji at Vapi was surely an enriching experience. The team led

by First Lady Dr Shobhana Palekar and supported by PDG Subodh Joshi indeed has made all of us proud. They promoted Women Empowerment,

Save the Girl Child, promoted the need for Cervical Cancer Vaccination and also Organ Donation.

I have also been visiting various clubs for the Official Club Visits and it has been a wonderful experience as well.

Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of Clubs and motivating them to excel has been the motto for the year and I must appreciate the love and blessing of all our members in all the clubs.

We have back to back festivals lined up now Ganapati Festival followed

by Navaratri and then Diwali. I know everyone has been working hard for all their projects and for betterment of society. But it is also time that we take appropriate breaks and enjoy such festivities as well. So, do so and have a great festive season.

DG Dr Shailesh Palekar

INDEX DG Message - Dil Se

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World Literacy Day &

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District Interact Assembly and Two drops of Polio Patience

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Clubs in Action

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Clubs in Action

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Clubs in Action

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Clubs in Action

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TRF Contributions Update for Sept

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Designated Month and Rotary Quiz

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All womens Car Rally RID 3131

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Global Grant and Official Club Visits and Upcoming District Events

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World Literacy Day – Celebrations by District Literacy Team District Literacy team celebrated World Literacy Day on 8th Sept. at Pune to felicitate Project Partners and Facilitators and gave appreciation certificate to 51 clubs from Rotary District 3131, for their participation.

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Teacher’s Training for upgradation of various skills amongst teachers.

Has collaborated with British Council, Pune to improve spoken English skills and with ICEDC for Class room management.

Beneficiaries - more than 300 teachers so far.

Second project is of installation of new e-learning units as well as revival of old under RDEP. Third Avenue is Adult literacy. Has identified centers at Bhimashankar and Someshwar, with batches of 15 to 20 adults over a period of two months. The program has started with 17 such batches covering

laid down 10 norms and the project fulfilling any 5 will be recognized as the Happy School project.

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The fourth Avenue is of Child Development. Has plans to distribute 3000 tablets in primary schools of Zilla Parishad.

The District team has also taken up Cyber Awareness program at a very large scale. Responsible Netism of Ahaan Foundation has provided the content and has trained Rotary volunteers to conduct Cyber safety programs in various schools. We have also joined hands with Cyber Cell, Pune Police for this program. We have reached out to 20000 school children so far.

Under Cyber Safety awareness, we have conducted Digital Shakti program in association with various partners. Under this program we reached out to 3000 college students.

The Fifth Avenue is, Happy School, under which the Literacy team has

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The sixth Avenue is of Skill Development under which apart from conducting various skill development programs, we have taken a project called ‘Swayamsiddha’ with Family Court Pune beneficiaries are identified and through the tie-up of Rotary and Renuka Swaroop Institute of Career Courses, vocational skills are provided to these destitute women.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Savitribai Phule Pune University, Shri. Nitin Karmalkar was the Chief Guest and District Governor Dr. Shailesh was the Guest of Honor and addressed the gathering.

Many institutions have joined hands with Rotary District 3131 to implement these projects. The representatives of these institutes were felicitated during the event. The project partners shared their views on these programs and the tie up of their organisation with Rotary District 3131.

The District Literacy team was felicitated for their commitment and dedication.

By Rtn Vivek Dixit Convener of the event

ñdÀN> gw§Xa d gwa{jV nZdob A joint global grant project with Rotary Club of Panvel Central has come up with a smart solution to end the ever increasing pollution of the beautiful lakes of Panvel, especially during the popular Ganesh Visarjan.

We have constructed a Permanent Pond in the historic Vadale Talav, which is to be used exclusively for immersion of Ganesh Idols, thereby saving not only the vast expanse of 32 acres of the lake but also the other lakes in and around Panvel. A specially designed wall prevents the toxic waste and pollutants from contaminating the entire lake. We were fortunate to get the wholehearted support of Ram Sheth Thakur Samajik Vikas Mandal and J M Mhatre Charitable Trust for faster and cost optimum project.

recently concluded one, till September 2018, more than 10,000 Ganesh idols have been immersed in this pond. This is an unique achievement. Thanks to the initiative taken by the Panvel City Municipal Corporation and Panvel City Police Station. We have also been able to counsel the worshipers to use idols made of special biodegradable traditional clay called “Shadu” instead of Plaster of Paris which is not biodegradable.

The sitting MP Shri Shrirang Barne, the sitting MLA Shri Prashantdada Thakur, Commissioner of Police

Navi Mumbai are among the many celebrities who have visited and praised this endeavor. Last year we received the “TIMES GREEN GANESHA” award of Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, Govt of India, at the hands of Minister of Environment Shri Ramdas Kadam The tremendous success of this Signature Project has gone a long way in helping us achieve our Vision of

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by Rtn Dr Ramesh Patel President RC Panvel Central

Used exclusively during the last two Ganpati Visarjans as well as the

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District Interact Assembly - MUSKAN District Interact Assembly on 2nd September “Muskan” was a day of “mauj and masti”. The Host Club, Rotary Club of Kharghar Midtown had left no stone unturned to make a celebration out of the event with rangolis, bright yellow smiley balloons creating a befitting backdrop and mood for the event.

ratio, girls’ education and gender sensitivity.

380 participants came from all over the district. The event started with lighting of the traditional lamp by DG Dr. Shailesh Palekar, Chief Guest Adv. Sarita Bhagwat and other dignitaries.

After a sumptuous lunch, it was turn of ‘fun’ with the Skit competition.

Interact clubs highlighted a social message in their own inimitable way.

DG Dr. Shailesh motivated the interactors about their responsibilities and leadership goals. Rtn. Niraj and Rtn. Nalini highlighted the purpose of the Assembly. Three interesting clips were shown - ‘Childhood Obesity’, ‘The Importance of You’ showing our role in the order of the world and Akshay Kumar’s clips on traffic rules.

Chief Guest Adv. Sarita Bhagwat, highlighted burning topics like gender

A skit, directed by Rtn. Anannd Sampat and performed by Interactors demonstrated how to conduct an ideal Interact club meeting. During the break-out session, Rotarians cleared their doubts and shared outstanding youth projects. Rtn. Niraj conducted an educative Interact Quiz. Another training session was conducted for interactors and teachers by Rtn. Divakaran Pillai on their roles and responsibilities.

Kudos to the District Youth team and to the host cub for making excellent arrangements.

Yes, every face had a ‘Muskan’ as they ended their day.

By Rtn. Dr. Nalini Ramaswamy District - Interact Chairperson

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1st - Interact Club of Harmony School, Kharghar,

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2nd - Interact Club of Shishu Mandir, Khopoli,

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3rd Interact Club of Learn & Play School, Daund,

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Consolation prize - Interact Club of Mangesh Memorial School, Daund.

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Maximum Mileage Trophy Karmaveer Interact club, Indapur.

Two Drops of Polio Patience - by a Rotaractor from Uganda As a Rotaractor, I ventured deep into my native Uganda with a polio vaccination team as maker of Rotary’s newest virtual reality film ‘Two Drops of Patience’. This story with passionate health workers working at remote places is full of challenges but also satisfying in the end. I loved the experience. Challenges g 200 miles from my home in Kampala, just getting to the homes of children was a challenge g We would sometimes walk for 30 minutes before we would see a home, it was lonely and scary g The poverty was overwhelming. The doors are so small that you can’t

The vaccination team walked on foot to find scattered pockets of people

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actually walk through them – you crawl g The health center is up in the hills.

There’s no electricity, but luckily someone donated solar panels to run the refrigerator, since the polio vaccine has to be kept cool g Imagine a place where you rarely see visitors, and then you see that camera drone up in the sky. People would wonder what was going on g People are suspicious of everyone.

They dress differently and do their hair differently g Beliefs are unbelievable - you are not supposed to climb the trees or sit on the rocks. They’re sacred.

You need to know the community well g We always moved with the nurse, because people knew her and she knew the language g I met a man who had been crippled by polio. I realized that wheelchairs won’t get you up the mountain. You need your legs.

When I did my first vaccination, I felt like a hero. It was a satisfying feeling,

knowing you probably just changed someone’s life. I felt I had done something very meaningful.

Those two drops of PolioVaccination felt like a life-changing action.

It was a great learning and satisfying experience I will cherish.

As written for www.rotary.org by Rotaractor Patience Asiimwe, Uganda.

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Clubs In Action Heamoglobin and blood group testing for girl students by RC Daund

Heamoglobin and blood group testing program for girls in Daund college of arts and commerce.

Sanitation tips.

Prevention and treatment.

Beneficiaries : 225, Cost : 25000

Kerala Flood relief RC Pune Amanora

Kerala was devastated by floods recently.

Club collected one truck loads of relief material consisting of sanitary pads and women garments. Partners – Chaitanya Institute for Mental Health.

Portable toilets for ladies during Ganesh Festival by RC Pune Royal

Installation of temporary toilets for ladies during Ganesh Festival near LIC Bldg, Alka Talkies Chowk. Countless Beneficiaries.

Cost : Rs. 30000

Yoga Training By RC Pune Deccan Gymkhana Our Club with RCP Laxmi Road arranged Yoga Training program to Rotarians and residents at Chatushrungi mandir paytha.

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Echo Educate to Carry Her Onward Kanya Project by RC Pimpri This project will support the cause of educating girl child through the Titan Kanya Project. For its implementation, we work with partners. Mr Rana Uppalapati will skate for social cause round the golden quadrilateral of 6000 km in 90 days, will cover many school & communicate this message.

Rotary club will engage with him throughout.

Free check up camp on Malnutrition of children by RC Patalganga RC Patalganga organized free check up camp for malnutrition children at a remove village Wasambewadi near Rasayani. The village people are underprivileged and could not afford to consult doctor of their own. So the camp was organized at their village.

Free medicines and calcium dose was immediately given to kids.

Ganpati Immersion Procession 2018 of Tambdi Jogeshwari Mandal by RC Pune Heritage This year , RCP Heritage was honoured to be a part of Ganapati Immersion Procession of Tambdi Jogeshwari Mandal We have achieved the most impact making P.I. ever through this rally. We participated in procession with social awareness slogan Boards.

Our Club name has reached in almost every household who were physically present & also through the various channels covering us live and in newspapers.

Visit to RC Oaka-Sayama by RC Nigdi in Japan on Independence day

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Rotary Club of Nigdi, visited Rotary club of Oaka -Sayama Dist 2640. Both clubs celebrated Independence Day of India in Japan. Members met Indian Consul Dr. Vaibhav Tandale IFS. He extended all possible help to us for all projects from Japan.

PDG Rtn Toinchi Kitanaka explained about Rotary in Japan.

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Global grant project visit by Foreign Partner RC Credar Project by RC Goregaon Beneficiaries : 2800. Cost : 2400000

Cyber Suraksha by RC Pune Far East

On World Literacy Day, to protect students from cybercrime and to ensure their safety when they access the internet and social media, a cyber safety awareness workshop for Interactors was organized at S M Choksey High School and Junior College.

Beneficiaries: 350

Finals of Debate ‘The Last Word’ by RC Pune Cantonment Final session of our Charter project of Debates, “The Last Word”. Annual Inter-Institutional competition for juniors & seniors. It was a grand finale at the Sumant Moolgaonkar Hall.

Beneficiaries : 425.

Cost : Rs. 112000

Happy School by RC Pune Mid-East

Under happy school, donated sports equipments and books to Gorhe Budruk School. 7 Rotarians attended.

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Workshop on Calligraphy for students by RC Pune Khadki

This workshop will help 100 students of Kilbil School, Janwadi to learn basic skills of calligraphy. This will also help them develop concentration & focus, resulting in better academic performance.

Teachers’ training and Felicitation by RC Panvel Midtown A grand event was organized by the club to felicitate outstanding Teachers of K A Banthia School and Teachers of Panvel Municipal Corporation Schools. The chief guest for the event was DG Dr. Shailesh Palekar. This was followed by a 3 hour ‘Teachers Training’ program. There were 3 sessions conducted.

Tab Distribution to ZP School by RC Pune Katraj 12 E learning Tablets were distributed to ZP school of Mangdhari. TABs are equipped with e learning of 1-7th Std syllabus and Adult literacy Akshar dhara software.

Beneficiaries : 200, Cost : 120000

Vocational Services Award by RC Pune Shaniwarwada

Vocational Services Award to Shri Sham Mankar of Durvankur Dining Hall for 18 years catering Services to the society.

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The Rotary Foundation - TRF Contributions Update for September ALKN for W WOME NT

Total Donations (APF+Endowment +Polio+CSR)

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$100000 Plus by our District 100% Donor Clubs During September 2018 g

RCP Lokmanyanagar- All club members donated to foundation (APF)

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RCP Wisdom - All club members donated to foundation (APF)

Walkathon / Runathon for Women Empowerment

$ 1000 Contributing Club during this month (APF) g RC Panvel Industrial Town. g

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Women Empowerment

PDG Dr.Girish & Dr.Sanjeevani Gune (RC Panvel Central) for donations worth $ 25000 to endowment.

Dr. Govind Gune (RC Panvel) Completing Major Donor level 1.

Rtn. Arvind Savlekar (RC Panvel Industrial Town) - $7200 heading towards Major Donor Level 2.

Mr. Sanjay Potdar & Mr. Amit Potdar both non-Rotary members

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Mr. Mangesh Parulekar (MP Associates), non Rotarian from Panvel donated $10000 to become Major donor -Level 1 (credit to RC Panvel)

By Rtn Shital Shah Director Foundation Promotion.

RID 3131 is proud to be Official NGO partner for half marathon organised

by FICCI

FLO Pune Chapter.

What you can contribute?

It is very simple, RUN or Walk !!!

Register yourself and your club members, friends and families.

For every 10 registrations, a club can nominate

one young needy girl for life changing empowerment.

Nominated girl/s will be taught to drive a two-wheeler to obtain license and guaranteed employment for minimum 3 MONTHS, by FICCI FLO Pune Chapter or its appointed agencies.

Event Date - 28th Oct, 2018 Last date for registration 14th Oct, 2018 Contact for Registrations with Cash Cheque & any further information

Rtn Pankaj Shah District Director Service Projects, +91-98220-57299 Email: rotary.pankajshah@gmail.com

D G Visits - Rotary Club Pune Prime City It’s time to

change lives its time to get a needy girl a very

nice employment its time to make this world a

better place and all you need to do is to

RUN or Walk !!!

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Designated Month Economic and Community Development October is designated as “Economic and Community Development” month

by RI. Even if we achieve 100% literacy in the world, it does not automatically guarantee economic contentment of the people. About 192 million people are unemployed out of the world population of 7.6 billion. In India about 7% people are unemployed. Agriculture is the main source of income and employment for 70% of the world’s poor who live in rural areas. According to World Bank, about 1 million people lived on less than $1.25 per day. This is certainly not a rosy picture. We need to act.

Unemployment, lack of opportunities, lack of appropriate training and the

absence of social safety nets lie at the core of poverty which leads to unrest among the people. For the poor, labor is often the only asset available to improve one’s well-being. Creating productive employment opportunities is essential for reducing poverty and achieving sustainable economic and social development. This will also help in providing income security and empowerment.

Rotary clubs should work with communities. We need to partner with a local organization & assess the strengths and weaknesses of the community. Identify the assets and challenges and the needs.

Talk with government and official administrations to explore partnership opportunities. Identify existing rganizations who may be viable partners (corporations, NGO etc.).

Focus on skill building with community

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By being intentional and focused on the outcomes – and not just simply spending money because we have it and its easy – we can make a difference in the lives of people.

By Rtn. Shivajirao Patil

!! Thanks !!

Many members responded to Article Writing Competition. Results will be declared soon.

6. This famous Rotarian was expelled from a university. Who was....?

a. Paul Harris

b. Chesley Perry

c. Arch Klumph

d. Herb Taylor

7. The First Club, in a community of less than 100,000 population. What is…?

By Rtn Dr. Dipak Kulkarni

1. In recognized Rotary pin, two colors are utilized – one is Gold. What is the other?

a. Green.

b. Red

c. Blue

d. Violet

2. To serve as District Governor a Rotarian must serve as club …..

a. Secretary

b. Treasurer

c. Director

d .President

3. This Rotary president first was a newspaper Reporter in Denver. Who was...?

a. Frank J. Devlyn

b. Wilfrid J. Wilkinson

c. Glenn E. Estess, Sr.

d. Paul P. Harris

4. Dr. Sylvia Whitlock was first Woman President of Rotary Club. Which year?

a. 1966-67

b. 1971-72

c. 1987-88

d. 1990-91

5. This early Rotarian was secretary of Rotary International for 32 years. Who was...?

a. Paul Harris

b. Chesley R. Perry

c. Arch Klumph

d. Herb Taylor

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rather than just discussing about needed materials. Effectively, instead of giving them fish, teach them how to fish.

a. Chicago

b. Dallas

c. San Antonio

d. Pueblo

8. What are the official Rotary colors? a. Azure, Royal Blue and Gold

b. White, Blue & Gold

d. Wine red, WhiteGold

c. Red, Blue & Gold

9. Give service to your customers and you’ll make more money. What was the…? a. Four Way Test b. The “Business Sharing” in early Rotary Clubs

c. “Fred” Sheldon’s d. A violation of the “Rotary business philosophy Code of Ethics”

10. Ann Brunier and Ann Gundaker. Who were the first…?

a. Women members of b. Women Presidents of Rotary International Rotary Clubs

c. Rotary anns d. Woman District Governors

Answers to Rotary Quiz September 2018

1. B. 6. A

2. D 7. D

3. A 8. B

4. B 9. D

5. C 10. B

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All womens Car Rally RID 3131 Come July 2018 and the air started reverberating with the different projects for 2018-19 …..

A one of its kind innovative and dream project envisaged by First Lady Dr. Shobhana Palekar, Convenor AG Sneha Joshi and PDG Subodh Joshi …… ALL WOMENS CAR RALLY …..spanning 4 states…..2000km…….5 days……the first of its kind in District 3131 …26th Sept to 30th Sept 2018.

The excitement was mounting …ladies started coming together....... cut off date declared ..10th Aug 2018 ….the final count was a huge …72 participants.

Ladies joined for different aspirations and objectives …but soon the dreams of the participants became a logistical challenge.…hence a SUPPORT team of 8 Male Rotarians roped in for planning and detailing.

The Rally was flagged off from Aga Khan Palace at 6.45 a.m.on 26th Sept. The air was filled with enthusiasm, positivity, the cars and the ladies looking vibrant and beautiful with their stickers, flags, the red dress code and the jackets.

The journey started and what a fabulous journey it was…driving for long hours..the masti...the continuous jokes, laughter, madness… the freedom…the snacks..the navigation…getting lost…finding the way and discovering ourselves in the process… so many life experiences.

What added to the experience was the welcome at every stop by Rotarians …the grand welcome with open hearts and open minds.

Special banners, fabulous spread of food with local specialities ….fresh upma and south indian food , khaman & undhiyo , gulabjamuns, halwas, jeerapani, fresh butter milk, hot rotis, kesarbatti, dalbati, churma …the list is endless.

There was no holding back for our welcome

by Rotary family.

Small gestures touched our hearts – Rotarians/Rotaractors standing at corners to guide us, with escort vehicles, believing that we are from one family – the Rotary family.

Udaipur Rotarians were standing in the blazing sun on the roads to shower us with perfumed rose petals through the city. Our heart swelled with the feeling of oneness...they were so proud of us and the message we were spreading . We as a District 3131 must emulate this warmth, open heartedness and the personal touch whenever we have visiting Rotarians.

Not only did we enjoy the hospitality, but we had several cultural exchanges, dances of Maharashtra performed by rallyists and corresponding programs done by them. RC Meena Udaipur and so many other clubs went all out with their resources for us…whether it was arranging music, shopping at venue itself…or presentations, or even decorating the cars, getting people like mayors and collectors and IAS officers to flag off rallies and welcome us brought home the message of the causes the rally was supporting – women empowerment, betibachao, betipadho, organ donation & cervical cancer.

DG Gustad Anklesaria and PRIP Kalyan Banerjee and Binotaji opened their houses for the rallyists. We got an opportunity to see all the memorabilia of the Rotary journey of PRIP Kalyan Banerjee.

What an experience !!

We witnessed humungous work done by Rotary– The Rotary Seva Path – the only road in the country named after Rotary , the sewing machine project for women in Ahmedabad, the Karmania – only women conference coming up in Nasik in November, the interdistrict MUN in Amravati , the work of the ROEFL Trust, the Red Revolution project – LET US BE FRIENDLY project and many more ….we came to know different project ideas, exchanges, rich interactions

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and bonding .

The most prevailing feeling however was that ---- yes even with all our differences of opinions, viewpoints and approaches, Rotary does make a difference in various corners of our world. The sheer impact which Rotary has…. made us proud.

Anns , new members , Rotarians should be encouraged to be a part of such events … these events are an eye opener and helps onetranscend above petty issues and contribute stronger membership retention and growth. It reinforced that we contribute to the society, making a difference.

However all this would not have been possible without the SUPPORT TEAM .Kudos to their dedication, perseverance and support.

They really took care of us. Thank you so much PDG Subodh and the team.

Last but not the least was the grand welcome and the felicitation organised by RC Panvel. DG Shailesh , PDG Dr Deepak and PDG Dr Gune were there with President Santosh, IPP Suryakant and their club members . What a homecoming …with the winning energy of the beats of the dhol-tasha reverberating in the atmosphere, the shower of petals, the haldikumkum, the gifts, the garlands and the crowns …wow ….simply superb …a welcome appropriate for Queens …we were honoured by our District 3131 and its stalwarts.

The Rally has created a bond not just within the participants but across districts and states and most importantly entrenched Rotary in our hearts forever.

Thanks to DG Shailesh and first lady Shobhana for giving a one of its kind of enriching life experience.

Now it holds true for all the participants – ONCE A ROTARIAN , ALWAYS A ROTARIAN. Thank you ROTARY for a once in a life time experience- THE FIRST ALL WOMEN CAR RALLY IN INDIA – organised by DIST 3131

By IPP Pallavi Deshpande RC Pune University

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GLOBAL GRANTS WHAT IS FUNDED -

Official Club Visits in Oct 7. May support the construction of low-cost shelters and simple schools, as long as the construction is part of a comprehensive project related to an area of focus

KHADKI

8th Oct

HORIZON

9th Oct

CHAKAN

10th Oct

CHAKAN AIRPORT

10th Oct

P. SAUDAGAR ELITE

11th Oct

P. GANESHKHIND

12th Oct

Global grants fund scholarships, projects, vocational training teams, and some travel within the six areas of focus that are sustainable, measurable, and host communitydriven.

8. May support the construction of infrastructure, including but not limited to: toilet blocks and sanitation systems, access roads, dams, bridges, storage units, fences and security systems, water/irrigation systems, and greenhouses

KALAMBOLI

13th Oct

P. SWAYMSIDDHA

13th Oct

GOREGAON

15th Oct

PUNE PRISTINE

16th Oct

PUNE DHAYARI

17th Oct

ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES

HOW TO APPLY

PUNE SYNERGY

19th Oct

All Foundation grant activities must:

In order to receive a grant from The Rotary Foundation, all primary sponsor districts and all primary sponsor clubs involved must be qualified by The Rotary Foundation and respective districts.

BHIGWAN

20th Oct

E CLUB PUNE DIAMOND

22th Oct

PUNE FORTUNE

24th Oct

PUNE SAHYADRI

25th Oct

BIBWEWADI PUNE

26th Oct

KAMOTHE PANVEL

27th Oct

ALEPHATA MAIN

29th Oct

OTUR

30th Oct

The Rotary Foundation funds district grants and global grants. District grants are block grants to districts that fund scholarships, projects, and travel that align with the mission of The Rotary Foundation.

1. Relate to the mission of The Rotary Foundation 2. Include the active participation of Rotarians 3. Exclude any liability to The Rotary Foundation or Rotary International beyond the funding amount of the grant

5. Demonstrate sensitivity to the host area’s tradition and culture

In addition, districts, clubs, and all grant committee members must be in good standing with Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation, and the name of the project receiving the grant must be in compliance with the Rotary International policies.

6. Comply with the Conflict of Interest Policy for Program Participants Global Grants objectives -

4. Adhere to the governing laws, and harm no individuals or entities.

1. Align with one or more of Rotary’s areas of focus 2. Are sustainable, measurable, are host community-driven and support communities in Rotary countries and geographical areas.

3. Support humanitarian and educational projects 4. Provide international scholarships to fund graduate-level coursework or research or its equivalent for a term of one to four academic years 5. Support vocational training teams that address a humanitarian need by providing or receiving professional training 6. Support international travel for up to two individuals as part of a humanitarian project to train or implement the project should the host club confirm that their skills are not readily available locally.

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Official Club Visits in Nov DEHUROAD

01 Nov

When acting as a primary sponsor, each district and each club is limited to 10 open grants at a time.

PUNE CAMP

02 Nov

NARAYANGAON

13th Nov

N’GAON HIGHWAY

14th Nov

Scholars and vocational training team members must submit individual applications to supplement the overall grant application. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the Rotary year; however, applications involving travel should be submitted 90 days prior to the travel dates.

PANVEL ELITE

15th Nov

DAUND

16th Nov

KURKUMBH MIDC

17th Nov

ROHA

19th Nov

KARJAT

21th Nov

JUNNAR SHIVNERI

22th Nov

Applications for scholars who will begin studies in August, September, or October must be submitted by 30 June.

P SINHAGAD ROAD

23th Nov

WALHEKAR WADI

24th Nov

KARVE NAGAR

27th Nov

LONAVLA

28th Nov

Apply for grants online at www. rotary.org/myrotary/grants.

Courtesy www.rotary.org

USD to INR Conversion for month of October = Rs. 72.00

Upcoming District Events YOUTH SEMINAR

SUNDAY

07/10/2018

CRM

SUNDAY

14/10/2018

CRM

SUNDAY

11/11/2018

FOUNDATION SEMINAR

SUNDAY

25/11/2018

MULTI DISTRICT CRICKET TOURNAMENT

SUNDAY TO

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Dear Friends, It gives me immense pleasure to connect with you all today through this wonderful GML “PULSE “. I am happy to note that many women members have become Rotarians in many clubs of our district in past 3 months .

My sincere appreciation to all the presidents and members who have gone an extra mile to induct more women into Rotary.

If we look at per capita income of women in India it is lowest and scores

of women are below the poverty line and Rotary is working very hard to change this. Women empowerment is vital for the development of any country. One of our mottos of the LADIES CAR RALLY was women empowerment and I was enthralled to see fantastic projects being done in many parts of the country. I wish to thank all presidents who were part of this rally either in person or had motivated members to become participants of RALLY. IPP Pallavi Deshpande has detailed you about the Rally so wouldn’t write on it but - YES !!

The LADIES CAR RALLY by our district has created a BENCHMARK for everyone in our country and has inspired more women to come forward and work for our social cause.

We have another event coming up - RUN / WALK ATHON for WOMEN EMPOWERMENT- On 28th October morning. For every 10 participants of this event 1 woman will be empowered free of cost. She will be given lessons in driving and also an assured job for 3 months. So friends join in this another benchmark event of our district and create history.

Friends, we have many more wonderful exciting events coming up for women in rotary and for the Ann’s too. So stay tuned and participate in the same enthusiasm, energy and happiness as you all have been doing so in the past 3 months.

Love you all

By Rtn Dr Shobhana Palekar

3rd Generation Leader in Rotary July 22, 2018 was a memorable day as my son got installed as President of Rotaract Club of Pimpri. He became a third generation leader in Rotary.

Journey in Rotary started with my father, Rtn B. D. Sharma, becoming the charter member of Rotary Club of Pimpri in 1977 and Club President in 1985. As an Annet, I loved attending the Rotary functions. As a second generation leader, I became the Rotaract Club President in 1994. Being fascinated by the world of Rotary, I went on to become the charter member of Rotary Club of Akurdi-Pune in 2006, and the Club President in 2007. My

Three generations in Rotary: Grandfather Rtn. B. D. Sharma (centre) flanked on his left by son Rtn.Jeetendra Sharma and on his right by grandson Rtr. Dhanur Sharma

elder brother too, was President of Rotary Club of Chinchwad in 2001.

Little did I realize then that our next generation was also getting ready to step into the Rotary world…

Rotary Club of Pimpri requested my

assistance in reviving Rotaract Club of Pimpri. My son became a member of Rotaract Club of Pimpri. He moved forward to take on the leadership of this Club and got installed as President of Rotaract Club of Pimpri – the third generation leader in Rotary! The most memorable part is that I was invited as Guest of Honour for the Ceremony.

Our family is referred as The Rotary family…and this is true. Not just because we have three generations into Rotary service, but that each generation takes forward the spirit of Rotary and spreads it further. It is quite possible - your next generation is ready to become a Rotary Leader.

Try it !!!

By Rtn Jeetendra Sharma.

RC Akurdi Pune.

GML Feedback Dear DG Dr. Shailesh,

Dear Rtn. Sham Phadnis,

I would specially praise GML as being one of the best so far. I know the difficulties faced by the editor as I have shouldered this responsibility in the past.

While going through your Dist(3131) Dist. Website I found your GMLs (1-2-3) posted on it; however, since they are in digital format which I cannot download and take print out, hence I requested you to mail the said issues in PDF format.

With warm personal regards to you from myself and Indumati, We remain,

Rtn. Namdeo (Papa) Kuray email on 21st Sept, 2018

Email dated 19th Sept, 2018.

Yours in Rotary PDG. Jagmohan Jatakia Dist. 3040(94-95) All Project Photographs and Information has 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.

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