Round Table Nepal Magazine 2021-22 River Route Adventure - Lo Manthang | What True Brotherhood Means Leadership Lessons from the Himalayas | National Leadership Conclave - Ignite Girls on Wheels 3.0 | RTN Life Talks | Fashion Closet | Smart Investing | Flight of Fantasy
STATS FOR ROUND TABLE NEPAL 2021-22 Educate a Child Tuition Fees Supported 442 Students Train the Teachers Program Amount Spent 34 Lakh+ Other EAC Projects14 Lakh+ Students Benefitted 5914 ClassroomsFTE Constructed 18 Computer Labs 4 Play-grounds Installed 2 Toilet Blocks 19 Amount Spent 120 Lakh+ Winter Charity Drive People Benefited 1500+ No of Projects 13 Sugandh Thalassemia Project Children Enrolled 114 Flight of Fantasy Students Benefitted 24 Amount Spent 1 Lakh Other Service Projects No of Projects 56 People Benefited 37,500+ Amount Spent 30 Lakh +
Fundraisers 183 Lakh+ Fundraising Events 21+ CSR Tie ups 75 Lakh+ RTI – RTN Day Blood Donation 1915 pints collected Trees Planted 1000+ Amount Spent 7 Lakh Fellowships Zest Sports Month Area Fellowships RTI – RTN Day Celebration Movember UnityNExT-TExTFellowships&NLCFellowshipsDrive LAPD Events A Proud Tabler Programs 6 NationalNExT-TExTLeadership Conclave First Aid Training LAPD 400+ NewProspectsExtensionsattendeesMeetcities–Janakpur & Nepalgunj New Charters Inductions 100+ Tie-upsPrivilegesApprox 30
Friends, this year, I have tried to make sure that we are projecting the brand of Round Table and Round Table Nepal positively, using all the necessary tools of social media, print media, as well as our Projects, Fundraisers, and Fellowships. And trust me when I say this, I have seen a substantial change in the mindset of people who have been following Round Table Nepal and how they perceive it now, compared to what they thought of it earlier.
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I have to thank many people on this journey, starting from the members of my Table, for pushing me forward and encouraging me all the way, and the RTN Fraternity, which has given me so much love that I will be forever indebted to you, my President, Anand Bahety, for continuously showing the way, and guiding me on this journey, the National Board and the NEX council who’ve always been by my side for every little thing that I asked for, and special thanks to my lovely wife, Monisha, and children, who had to settle with very little of family time this year due to my commitments to RTNepal.
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This could not have been done if the combined effort of all Tablers and family members were not behind it. Kudos to you all for following the RTN Branding Guidelines and making sure to do fantastic work that will positively impact the lives of people in our society.
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year and a fantastic journey this has been. I could not have asked for a better platform or a better forum to meet amazing friends, create everlasting memories, and in the whole process, make a difference in society, touching lives in little bits that will go a long way to create more happiness and smiles throughout.
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It is my pleasure and honor to present the 2021-22 edition of the RTN Magazine, “ARTEAN.” As has been done in the past, this year, too, we are focusing on the excellent work done by Round Table Nepal and trying to consolidate the year gone by in the magazine.
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“Round Table Nepal” is an association under the umbrella of Round Table International, which is present in more than 65+ countries and has 29000+ active members globally. Round Table Nepal is an association of approximately 550+ active members and 32 Tables across Nepal.
Round Table Nepal as an association was formed in 1999. The first Table in Nepal was formed with the help of Sq. Leg Lalit Shah from Madras and Tr. C.K. Golchha as the Charter Chairman. There were five tables in Nepal during the decade-long period before the formation of RTN. These tables were under the Area IV of Round Table India, which helped lay the foundations of the tabling movement in Nepal. In 1999, Round Table India and Round Table Germany jointly sponsored the formation of an independent association of Round Table Nepal.
MISSION Statement
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To work in the education sector of Nepal to improve the quality of education through infrastructure development and investment in education for underprivileged kids and provide healthcare services where they are almost non-existent. making a positive in the lives our society;
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We empower our members to challenge, inspire and learn from each other. We share ideas openly with each other, trust, believe in, and enable individuals to make a positive impact in their homes, work, and community. Round Table’s motto is “ADOPT, ADAPT, IMPROVE.” This motto was taken from a speech by the Prince of Wales, in which he said: “The young business and professional men of the country must get together round the Table, adopt methods that have proved so sound in the past, adapt them to the changing needs of the times, and wherever possible, improve them.”
ABOUT US
• To promote & further international understanding, friendship & co-operation.
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AIMS & Objectives
Freedom through Education • Educate a Child • Sugandha Thalassemia Project • Flight of Fantasy • All for Nepal • Project Lifeline
• To develop the fellowship of young men through the medium of their business & professional occupations & community service activities.
• To Encourage active & responsible citizenship by cultivating the highest ideals in business, professional & civic traditions.
Round Table Nepal has many flagship service projects which are continuously
Round Table is an association of young men under the age of 40 who work tirelessly towards creating a better, healthier, more just society focusing on the arena of Children’s education and achieving this goal while making new friends, creating new business and networking opportunities.
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Area 4 Coordinator Tr. Saurabh Agrawal (LRT-16)
Secretariat Convener Tr. Ashish Poddar (KZRT-22)
Chariman KRT-1 Tr. Mohit Kedia Chairman KERT-2 Tr. Amrit Agarwal Chairman BRT-3 Tr. Nishant Chachan Chairman KMRT-4 Tr. Bikash Gurung Chairman BRT-5 Tr. Atul Maheshwari Chairman SRT-6 Tr. Piyush Agrawal Chairman KIRT-7 Tr. Sharad Kedia Chairman BFRT-8 Tr. Dipal Khanna Chairman KKRT-9 Tr. Ritesh Agrawal Chairman BPRT-10 Tr. Bhavesh Rathi Chairman BPRT-11 Tr. Saurabh Golchha Chairman KCRT-12 Tr. Pankaj Jhunjhunwala
Chairman BYRT-13 Tr. Chirag Agarwal Chairman NRT-14 Tr. Manish Kr. Poddar Chairman BCRT-15 Tr. Dr. Lalit Agarwal
Area 2 LMF Tr. Ravish Sahewala (BCRT-15)
Publicity Convener Tr. Suraj Giri (KIRT-7)
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LMF Tr. Nikhil Jaisani (BPRT-11)
Area 4 Tr. Rahul Chachan (NRT-14)
National Secretary Tr. Govind Ghiraiya (KTRT-25)
IT Convener Tr. Dipesh Khetan (KMRT-4)
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Area 1 Coordinator Tr. Sajan Agrawal (KCRT 12)
Corporate Affairs Convener GLMF Tr. Akash Golchha (KIRT-7)
Legal & Rules Committee LMF Tr. Jayant Agrawal (KRT-1)
Area 3 Coordinator Tr. Dhiraj Agrawal (BFRT-8)
Tr. Aswani Bansal (BRT-5)
Privileges Convener Tr. Piyush Sarawgi (KART-21)
Area 1 Tr. Vikash Chaudhary (KCRT-12)
Supply House Convener Tr. Aman Mittal (BRT-3)
Tr. Amish Dokaniya (KTRT-25)
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Tr. Saurabh Kedia (BRT-3)
National Editor Tr. Vimal Baid (KZRT-22)
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Chairman LRT-16 Tr. Praveen Agrawal Chairman KURT-17 LMF Tr. Jitu Agarwal Chairman BSRT-18 Tr. Manoj Dhanawat Chairman KBRT-19
Extension Convener Tr. Pravesh Agarwal (KURT-17)
Chairman KRRT-23 Tr. Sumesh Bhangar Chairman KTRT-25 Tr. Paras Rateria
Chairman BRT-27 Tr. Sumit Sahewala
Chairman DRT-26 Tr. Krishna Atal
Area 2 Coordinator Tr. Saket Murarka (BSRT-18)
National President Tr. Anand Bahety (KURT-17)
National Vice President LMF Tr. Rahul Agrawal (LRT-16)
Chairman HRT-30 Tr. Ashish Agrawal
Chairman CRT-31 Tr. Sushant Agrawal Chairman NPRT-32 Tr. Abhay Tandon Chairman JRT-33 Tr. Aashish Jhunjhunwala
Tr. Diwash Subedi (BPRT-11)
Mass Tour Convener Tr. Manindra Raghav (KTRT-25)
Area 3 LMF Tr. Pratik Agrawal (BRT-3)
Chairman BTRT-28 Tr. Sanjiv Shrestha Chairman DART-29 Tr. Ayush Mohpal
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National Treasurer Tr. Sushant Chachan (BRT-3)
LAPD Convener LMF Tr. Nitesh Kr. Agrawal (KRT-1)
RTI & RTN Day Convener Tr. Ravi Agrawal (KURT-17)
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Chairman BRRT-20 Tr. Rounak Sonthalia Chairman KART-21 Tr. Gopal Agarwal Chairman KZRT-22 Tr. Vineet Agarwal
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Share your experience and challenges as the President of RTN.
One can only initiate and IGNITE. The LAPD sessions of NExT and TExT, Ignite 2022, were an attempt to do the same. It is our friendship, fellowship, and service projects that give us the motivation to keep contributing more and enjoying the movement. Tablers are achievers, and together we continue to spread smiles and make a difference, taking Round Table Nepal to greater heights. We continue to ADOPT, ADAPT, IMPROVE, and make the most of this opportunity, rediscover ourselves, and achieve new milestones. The LAPD team – Tr. Nitesh Kr. Agrawal and Tr. Diwash Subedi have been incredible the entire year.
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How do you relax and recharge ?
If you ask me about my Tabling journey, as I mentioned earlier, how I became a Tabler was just by chance. How I grew as a Tabler was by being lucky to get and grab the opportunities, and today I stand here leading this wonderful association, this Is what Tabling has given me. Tabling is a journey; you must enjoy it, and the rest comes along. An opportunity to lead this amazingly wonderful movement is a huge responsibility because of the rich legacy Round Table Nepal holds. It is the effort of each and every member and the dynamic leaders we’ve had that defines what Round Table Nepal stands for.
I became part of this movement in 2011. I joined Tabling by recommendation. Later, I realized the beauty of this movement, and very soon it became an integral part of my life. Round Table gives us an opportunity to explore ourselves and develop as individuals, team players, and leaders. Tabling is about discovering, learning, and making friends who become family even before you realize it. It is about challenging your own thoughts and setting new benchmarks to make a difference. We all have diverse life experiences, and Round Table imparts us more abilities far beyond any qualification can teach us. The movement gives you much more than what you contribute to it. I am a Tabler, proud of what we do, and “Together Towards Tomorrow”, we shall continue to achieve more. I have many beautiful memories from my Tabling journey that I shall cherish all my life. And all of this has been possible because of my tabling home – KURT17.
What is the one project you are most proud of ?
The best stress buster for me is spending time with family and friends. An outing with my parents is the icing on the cake.
I am proud of one of our flagship projects - Educate a Child. While visiting one of the schools where we support the “Educate a Child” project and meeting the guardians, we come across some really touching situations. There are cases where the child has lost one or both the parents and/or there is no earning member in the family to support their education. By being part of their education, we are not only touching just one life but a family, a society, and a nation and are becoming part of hopefully creating responsible citizens of the future. Tr. Vikash Agrawal and Tr. Ankit Agrawal looking after the EAC facet have done some remarkable work this Howyear.do
First and foremost, I am incredibly grateful and full of gratitude to have gotten the opportunity to lead this fantastic organization. A President’s role is almost a full-time job. The biggest challenge is keeping a balance between Tabling, Work, and Family – and I am not sure how successful I was in getting this balance. My Parents, my son Vivaan, and especially my wife, Vijita, were very supportive. A lot of work and family matters were taken care of by her, and she would always push me to attend more and more RTN events, even when at times I felt I was tired of the continuous travel. There was a time when I took 6 flights in 3 days, including a 300+ km drive, but the satisfaction of doing something good for society and the love and affection you get from fellow Tablers keeps you motivated to do more. On the personal front, you grow as a person adding to new experiences, confidence, social networks, and many more.
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you keep your Tablers keen and motivated ?
When did you join Round Table and what is Round Table for you ?
How was your journey from being a Tabler to becoming the President of Round Table Nepal ?
From The Presiden't Desk
And I think most of us would agree, that there will be days when the stress level might be at its peak and then there will be a hug from your child to get you back the energy, the passion, and the zeal.
I love to see my father as the President of Round Table Nepal. He has been going to so many places. I also got to travel with him to many events where I enjoyed a lot. I got many pins this year and when I grow up, I will get all my dad’s pins once I become a Tabler. The best thing is that Round Table helps people who need help. There should be Round Table for children also.
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We understand the President has a lot of roles and responsibilities to handle, suddenly, it all comes to an end, and you are jobless again, does it scare you ?
Well, as a leader of any organization, you have some goals and dreams. I think I have been lucky enough to have the full support and love of my team, friend, and families. After the Covid situation, the first challenge was to get everyone back to normal. The virtual world cannot replace the physical fellowships. It is our involvement and celebration of tabling that keeps us bonded and inspires us to achieve more. With so many activities this year, I see RT Nepal back on track. Another challenge was to get inductions in Tables with low counts. With our new initiation of prospects meet initiated by Tr. Pravesh Agrawal Nat. Extension Convener, the highest ever inductions of 100+ Tablers, and presence in 2 new cities we are moving in the right direction. RTN has already seen the benefits of LAPD, and this year we have successfully made more inroads in this facet, now with a team of our own certified trainers. The NLC IGNITE fellowship was one of the best fellowships I have personally been part of.
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the goals that you set out to achieve during your term as National President, and did you achieve them ?
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Our service projects always motivate us, adding new FTE blocks and making Educate a Child big was a dream. With a three-fold growth in the number of kids supported, RTN has now set a new milestone. Fellowships got a new
With our continuous growth over the years, having some systems in place was a major focus. Updated Table and National Code thanks to PP LMF Tr. Nikhil Jaisani was a step forward. Reporting, data mining and communication has got the structure required with the new MOMO platform and App. I had not imagined the kind of effort and time this new platform would take. It was almost like a parallel full-time tenure, but finally, with humungous efforts from Tr. Vimal Baid – Nat Editor, Tr. Govind Ghiraiya – Nat Secretary, Tr. Dipesh Khetan – IT Convener and Tr. Manindra Raghav, we were able to achieve what we had Successvisualized.and failures, opportunities and challenges are part of any journey. For Round Table, the way ahead is always Adopt, Adapt, & Improve.
dimension with Zest sports month, and regular coffee meets. 1900+ pints of blood collected to celebrate RTI & RTN Day is something we are all proud of. Covid had a say in spoiling some of our plans in Jan-March 2022, like the National fellowship drive, where we already had 70+ registrations, but that is how things work, everything can’t fall in place. The plan to execute an area project in Area1 also could not materialize. We were able to make progress in a few initiatives started in past years, and I am sure few ideas that could not be executed this year will be taken care of by the incoming president.
Yes, there is this thought that I am only going to experience in the coming days. The role of a President keeps you so involved that when it comes to an end, there will be a vacuum to fill. I will still be on the National Board for 1 more year as the IRO, probably that is the cooling-off time and there are a lot of facets of life that I have not been able to give attention to in the last year which probably now have to be corrected – the biggest one being resting. I love being Lazy and doing nothing, I have missed that for a long
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Which role did you enjoy- that of Secretary or President? Which one kept you on your toes ?
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Well, I don’t think these roles can be compared. This is my 4th year on the National Board – my first as Nat. Secretary, 2 years as Nat. Vice President and now as the President. I feel the weight and responsibility of the President’s jewel is much heavier than the other three years combined. This is a different experience and journey; it teaches you some exceptional skills and evolves you as a person. I feel obliged and fortunate to have been given this opportunity.
It has been a matter of pride and immense honor to be called the “First Lady of Round Table Nepal.” It has been a roller coaster ride for me, making new friendships and creating beautiful memories on this journey. Memories that I know I will cherish throughout my Yourlife.President is a very organized person who tries to achieve perfection. He traveled a lot this year. Before the start of his year, I was always told to forget him for this period. But I will have to accept that with his fantastic time management skills, he had time for his family while still being busy with work and Tabling.
More than that, this is unrealistic. I could not have asked for a better team. If I have to work again as the National President (although this isn’t happening), I will still want to do it with this same team. This is a team that didn’t have the word NO in their dictionary.
I got a chance to travel with him to many Tabling events. It was a beautiful experience, and I would like to thank all our friends for hosting us and making it so special and unique. I keep hearing his tabling stories regularly, and I know his amazing team made it so much easier for him to achieve his goals. No matter what, his love for Tabling will always keep us around friends.
How was your tabling board this year? Could you have asked more or less ?
With a dynamic and highly motivated 22nd National Executive Council, I hope we were able to accomplish and do justice to our roles with everyone’s support.
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Always were positive and available for any challenges and plans I wanted to take forward. The support from each member across roles was evident throughout the year. I can’t thank each one of them enough for their support in making this journey so meaningful and creating lifetime memories. VP Tr. Rahul was always supportive, Secretary Tr. Govind, and Editor Tr. Vimal were the backbone of my tenure, Treasurer Tr. Sushant has always been by my side and IPP/IRO Tr. Saurabh has been there with his experience. RTI VP Tr. Jayant Agrawal & PP Nikhil Jaisani were always around with their guidance. As Tablers by choice, we always carry the good repute of Round Table and conduct ourselves with the principles for which this movement stands for.
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Wishing him a great life ahead.
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of the DRT-26 journey this year is that he was OMNIPRESENT. He was EVERYWHERE! He was there in all the significant events of DRT-26, which added all the more fun, enthusiasm, and grace to the event. We cannot thank him enough for that. Anand Dai ticks all the check boxes for being a great leader and, most importantly, a true Tabler. He taught us by his actions how vital traveling is in tabling. Congratulations, Dai, for the incredible tenure you’ve had, and I wish you all the luck for your Future.
President Anand. As a Chairman of Biratnagar Round Table 5, my journey of T.Y. 2021-22 with President Anand has been worth remembering, wherein he inspired and pushed and motivated me personally on many occasions, and I could also break some barriers. Thus, he displayed true character of what fantastic leadership can do. During the period of T.Y.2021-22, Anand and I have also developed a great friendship which we would cherish for life long now.
That’s the kind of standard this guy has. He is an absolute perfectionist giving attention to the minutest of details. I remember when he was National Secretary and had presented his Secretary Report in the NAGM. I have never seen a better secretary report till date (Sorry to the succeeding Secretaries, but it’s the truth, so better learn to live with it... pehle waale bach gaye ;-). It was an absolute masterpiece.
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It was an absolute privilege for me to serve as Table Chairman under the Presidency of Anand for the Tabling Year 2021-22. This year was absolutely fantastic, with great work being done all year round and with some outstanding achievements and initiatives like the new RTN APP, a New Web Platform for Reports, and a record number of inductions, to name a few.
Anand and I have always shared a very cordial relationship as I have known him from school days when we studied in Boarding. I guess he left it in between maybe because the School wasn’t as perfect as he would have wanted it to be
When you think of President Anand and see his work, you often recall the famous Aamir Khan Dialogue from Dil Chahta “PerfectionHai: Ko Improve Karna Muskil Hota Seriously,Hai.“ when you see the kind of meticulous planning, eye to detail, time management, clarity of purpose, and focus on the Vision for Round Table, you feel that the above dialogue aptly suits
I, personally, share a very close bond with Tr. Anand. He is a leader with great energy and has remarkable time management skills. He has this ability to comfort an individual and make his vision as the vision of the individual. RTN under his leadership has achieved great heights and the benchmark he has set for upcoming Presidents would be tough to match.
Hello everyone! When I was asked to write something about our Dear President Tr. Anand Bahety, many words at once came into my mind like Charismatic, intelligent, leader by example, approachable, a good friend, and what not but One word that truly describes Anand Dai in the case
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as a President, has always been super cooperative, supportive & most importantly, reachable. Whenever I had any doubts or clarifications, I used to call him, and he was always available to give the best advice possible.
ChairmanMaheshwari–Biratnagar Round Table 5 (T.Y.2021-22)Anand,
I want to congratulate Anand with two thumbs up and wish him all the best for IPP/IRO position (2022-23). I would like him to further pursue his Tabling Career to the Regional & International level without being kicked out of home
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What do you think are the most important things that a president must have to lead ?
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What challenges do you see in the coming years of RTN ?
Becoming Round Table Nepal President is a responsibility that is too big to be true. When I joined the movement, even in my wildest dreams, I didn’t think I would reach here one day. The legacy of RT Nepal boasts of some of the finest people in Nepal’s Business and Social circles. The legacy of RTN gives you shoes too big to fill. Even during my tenure as National Secretary, I did not see this coming. Still, eventually, I did take the plunge, and here I am, ready to take up this incredible opportunity and work towards the betterment of this fabulous movement we call Tabling.
I would term my experience as the National Vice President as Prolific. What I learned the most was to be observant; I learned how the association was moving forward and how the dynamics were changing. I traveled for RTIWM in Dubai and HYM in Morocco, which was a fabulous experience. These 12 months flew by, but it was also a very enriching experience.
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I would say the two very important attributes would be Humility & Planning. There are a lot of other essential traits, but these would be on top of my list for now. dynamics of this association are very different from other such organizations, we are friends first here hence if we are not humble, we miss the most crucial part of this movement which is everythingcamaraderie. in life, planning is vital in Round Table too. We all work towards the growth and stature of the association, and it’s important that we are planned in this Endeavour of ours. Planning can enhance our efforts to the extent that it benefits one and all.
Tell us about your experience as theVice-President of RTN.
What was the transition like from Secretary to VP ?
Round Table is a Dynamic association, and things can change quickly here. We’ve had more than 200 new members in the last few years. The biggest challenge is to sustain this growth and take them forward so that the association benefits from this new energy being instilled into Round Table Nepal, and each new member as well as an old one, can continuously find the zeal within them to keep
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to assist where needed, and essentially to plan for the coming year. It gave me a much-needed break to recharge my energies and see the functioning of RTN’s current president alongside him. These insights will help me a lot during my tenure as the President.
feel, now that you will be the RTN President next year ?
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As a National Secretary, you are required to be on the job all the time, whereas, being a VP, you are preparing yourself for the coming year ahead. The transition was easy because for two years, my job required me to be in the thick of things, compared to now where my role was
As a Secretary, I have socialized with people outside my family more than I used to. I don’t know if I have been able to keep a balance, but now that the term is about to end, I think I managed it well somehow. My family has undoubtedly been a great support the entire year.
Any further plans in the RT Nepal board ?
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Mr. Secretary, how was the ride? They say it’s roughest for the secretary. To be honest, it has been exhausting and rewarding at the same time. At times it feels like there’s way more work than expected, but again the appreciation you get for the work and zeal to leave a mark keeps you moving.
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What is the most rewarding part of being a Secretary ?
advice for the budding Tablers and future Board members. Without a second thought, go for it. Travel as much as you can, go out and make as many friends as you can, don’t wait, be the first one. Overall, you’ll create lifetime memories and become a better person.
There is much work that goes around as the secretary. How did you balance your social and business life and still justify your role as the secretary of Round Table Nepal ?
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Yet to introspect the reward part of being a secretary. But the year has been fun-filled, making perfect memories to cherish and terrific friends to enjoy life with.
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A secretary cannot function without the proper inputs from fellow Tablers. Any special mention to your well-wishers and support through your tenure ?
I will surely want to lead the organization once, but before that, I think I still need to travel and learn a lot.
To fulfill this role, I always had indefinite support from President Anand Bahety and Editor Vimal Baid, my two strong pillars. Moreover, I think an association as big as RT cannot function without team effort and support from each
Executive member. They always contribute directly/indirectly towards better functioning and execution of the Wordsassociation.of
It is not difficult if you are organized and keep things updated. However, there are apprehensions sometimes as money is involved, but you learn with time as it’s not in your scope to make decisions on
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Govind – Great guy. Tabling gets him ‘HIGH’.
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During your tenure, you must have met many Tablers who motivated or inspired you in tabling life and also in your personal life, mention them. Yes, indeed!! The first person that has always inspired me is Tr. Manoj Das, who has taught me to put in our efforts honestly to achieve the emotional satisfaction you get from social activities in Tabling and to always place Fellowship as a priority.
We had an in-group of 5 friends whom Tr Vinay Kabra from BFRT8 approached in early 2010 to join Round Table. He briefed us about the Tabling movement and invited us to their socials. By the time we could make up our minds, we were also approached by BYRT13 & BRT3 in a similar manner. After many discussions, we took a leap of faith and ended up joining the senior table, BRT3, where all active members were 9/10 years senior to us. We were inducted on 25th Dec. 2010 at a Christmas social hosted by BRT3, and since then, there has been no looking back. It was the best decision we took and one that inspired us to enjoy tabling to the fullest and to live and grow the legacy of Tabling.
How does it feel to hold the prestigious role of Treasurer in one of the most transparent non-profit social organizations ?
National Treasurer means a lot of money, asking for money, giving out money, how difficult was it ?
of the National Board does it take a toll on your business or social life ?
Tr. Vishnu Agrawal, who has inspired me to shower unconditional support to your fellow Tablers, Tr. Satish Sarawagi to be the leader of sorts, Tr. Rishi Chainwala, for doing things with utmost ease, Tr. Aakash Golchha for being the party animal that he is. Similarly, other friends have inspired me in some manner or the other.
Other than being good friends, I can attribute the following to them (somewhatcryptictoo):Anand–Meticulousplanner and straightforward.
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Saurabh – Highly Passionate about tabling, ONLY.
How did you get into Round Table ?
Well, you know what you are getting into when you decide to be at the helm of things. I personally feel that it adds to your social and business life, rather than taking a toll, whether you are a National Board Members, or a Floor Tabler. The only exception to this would probably be the National president.
It is indeed an honor to be at the pedestal of this exciting movement, and I hope I have played my part well.
Sushant Chachan National Treasurer
How were your fellow Givemembersboard?one-linerforeach
The only way to do great work is to love what you do and tabling for me is exactly that. Tabling is a journey, which I embarked upon 12 years back, and Boy! what an amazing ride it has been. I have been fortunate to experience the best of tabling over the years and I can definitely say that Round Table is my stress buster, my happy place, my learning ground, and my soul-satisfying avenue and when it’s adding so much value to my life I don’t think time and energy is an issue at all.
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What message would you like to give to our young Tablers, who aspire of leading RTN one day ?
New elect Chairman of ASPA, how does it feel? What are your plans as ASPA Chairman ?
What motivates you to take such important posts and devote so much time and energy to tabling ?
How did you manage to get through continuous 4 years on the National Board ?
I don’t think it has still sunk in and to be very honest I don’t have any plans right now. I think it’s high time I start making a plan ;) Honestly more than the plans, I am excited for the opportunity to get to know the associations more closely with respect to their culture, projects, and fellowships, and work with these dynamic individuals of each association.
Saurabh Kedia Meet The IPP IRO Woohoo!!!
Been there and done it all, what does tabling mean to you ?
I wouldn’t say done it all, as I still aspire to host some international events in Nepal and get the experience of International tabling for Tablers of Nepal. Tabling for me has been an enriching experience, which I have thoroughly enjoyed over the last many years, it’s something very close to my heart and it’s definitely a big part of my life.
To all the young Tablers out there, if you want to make the most out of this movement then travel out of your own tables, your own cities, and your own country, and then you will truly get to experience the real taste of tabling. I would urge you to be actively involved in this beautiful movement of tabling as it offers tremendous opportunities for personal growth and trying your hand at new things. I know there are a lot of Tablers out there with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm waiting to unleash their true potential and I will definitely keep a close eye on these future leaders of RTN.
Make that 5 years my friend, you forgot I had two years as the President ;) When I took up the National Secretary in 2017-18, I just wanted to experience what is it like to take up the responsibility at the National Board but never thought it would be such a long stint up there. It’s been quite a journey, and I have loved every bit of it at the headboard but now I am craving to be at the RTN meetings as a Floor Tabler.
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Round Table Nepal completed it’s 21st AGM on 7th August 2021 at Hotel Soaltee, Kathmandu. The team of President Saurabh Kedia handed over the responsibilities of the association to the team of incoming president Anand Bahety.
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BEST FLOOR TABLER (Tr. Diwash Subedi BPRT11) BEST SECRETARY (Tr. Saurabh Golchha BPRT11)
In the recently conducted World Felloship of Round Table International in Dubai, Tr. Saurabh Kedia, the IPP/IRO of Round Table Nepal was given the Round Tabler International honor Medal, 2020-21 for the exemplary work done by Round Table Nepal under his leadership as National President. It was a moment of immense pride for Round Table Nepal and shows the commitment that each individual Tabler of Nepal has to make a difference and to keep the spirit of Tabling high in the world.
BEST TABLE (Birgunj Round Table 3)
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Thanking You Yours in Tabling Jayant Agrawal to see the sideby-side activities that RTN has initiated with LCN and Club 41. Definitely, the RT Family and its objectives are being lived here.
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First of all, I would like to extend my best wishes to Vimal for the publication of another issue of the annual magazine ARTEAN
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Having witnessed the tabling activities of RTN so closely in the last year, it is heartening to see the success that RTN has achieved. May it be any facet of tabling fellowship, service projects, or Leadership and Personality Development workshops, every program itself is setting its benchmark. The growth that RTN has achieved this year is commendable and more so, having footprints in new cities makes our presence wider. I would like to extend my best wishes to Tr. Anand Bahety, President RTN, and his entire team for leading by example and setting a strong legacy. The growth that RTN has achieved in the last couple of years has been tremendous, and the ideas used by the teams can be a good learning story for many other associations as well.
It is really good to see the enhancement in the branding of RTN. I would like to congratulate all the clubs of Nepal for their efforts to communicate and promote Round Table in all the activities they are doing. It is creating awareness among the general public about the difference we Tablers make in building a better Finally,community.being from RTN and getting the opportunity to serve Round Table International as its President for 2022-23 makes all of us proud. It is tough to find words to express my gratitude for the love, support, and guidance that the RTN fraternity has given me. I am looking forward to the next year and hope to leave a mark at the international level. I would also like to express my best wishes to Tr. Rahul Agrawal and his team, for a great tenure, and hope to work closely together to not only take the Round Table movement to newer heights of success in Nepal but globally.
I retired from Round Table Nepal in 2018 and have been involved with quite a few organisations like Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Engineer’s Association, Red Cross, Rotary, etc. after my stint with Round Table.
The experience was extremely enriching and worth it. It’ll go a long way in shaping me for my future. But it’ll be the Round Table grooming that’s been the most valuable and enriching. I still find myself putting to use things I learned during my Round Table days. I believe that Round Table will be part of me until my ripe old days.
Round Table Nepal !!!
Therefore, 41 Clubs Nepal, was born on 29 July 2022. So I’m back to my roots in another way. It’s been like a homecoming. We have had a great kick start with our Charter Ceremony which was well attended by 41ers from Germany and India in addition to our own 41ers from Kathmandu, Biratnagar and Birgunj. 41er Simon Achim, IRO, Old Tablers Club Germany, 41er Englebert Friedsam, President, 41 International 2016-2017, 41er Pankaj Singh, President, Association of 41 Clubs of India, Tr Jayant Agarwal, President-Elect, Round Table International, Tr Anand Bahety, President, Round Table Nepal, Cr Arti Agarwal, Chairman, APAC Region, Ladies Circle International and Cr Dr. Kopila Agarwal, President, Ladies Circle Nepal were some of the dignitaries present during the Charter Ceremony. We are a 4 Club organization presently and have 53 members. We are looking to add to this strength in the coming days.
We will be looking to strengthen and solidify our 41 Clubs Nepal in the upcoming year. Our legal registration process is underway and should be completed in about a month. We look forward to working closely with Round Table and Ladies Circle Nepal in their projects and other activities to get ourselves going. We aim to do small things rightly which will lead us to build firm roots for our nascent Club.
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See you at your AGM in Chitwan about three weeks from now.
It’s a great feeling writing again for It’sARTEAN.beenafullcirclejourney through Round Table and the outside world and back to the Round Table family of Clubs.
Greetings from 41 Clubs Nepal.
Thanks & Best Regards, 41 er Manoj K Das, Charter President, 41 Clubs Nepal. Honorary Tabler, Round Table Nepal(2021-22)
Dr Kopila Agrawal President LC Nepal Together2021-2022 let’s
Greetings from Ladies Circle Nepal!!
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We had so many side-by-side events across the year. I am glad we could work together, eat together & party together as a family. One of the most significant opportunities for LC Nepal was to participate in NLC “IGNITE” organized by RTN. It was an overwhelming and much-needed platform. We could not have asked for a better learning experience, especially for the future generations of LCN. RT Nepal has always played a significant role in the growth and achievements of LC Nepal.
Message PresidentFromLC Nepal CR DR KOPILA AGRAWAL “Be Your Own Hero”
This year the kind of support and cooperation I received from my Co-president Tr. Anand and whole RTN family is so overwhelming and highly appreciable and for that, I’m eternally grateful.
I’ll never forget the support, respect, and affection I have always received from Tr. Anand and RTN Family as a whole especially during the most difficult times of my life when I lost Tr Dr. Bimal Agrawal and in my journey as president in LC Nepal. Round Table Nepal has been a blessing in my life; like they say, “Brother from another Mother.”
I am delighted and honored to have been asked to convey my message to the RTN fraternity. Firstly, a heartfelt congratulations to RTN President Tr. Anand Bahety, the National Board and all the Tablers of Round Table Nepal for an Outstanding year 2021-2022.
LC Nepal looks forward to the same kind of support and side-by-side activities in the future as we wish to have RT Nepal by our side as solid pillar of support. embrace the motto of friendship and and change lives.
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The Sugandha Thalassemia project, which was initiated by Tr Dr. Bimal is reaching new heights and it is something very close to my heart. I cannot thank enough BPRT 11 and RTN for taking this initiative to another level.
Friends and Brothers!!
The vision and passion of President Tr Anand Bahety have galvanized so many activities and New inductees into proud and passionate Tablers. A massive congratulation to Tr. Anand for the much deserving awards and recognition at the International Level!! Traveling with him and participating in “Train The Trainer” at Coimbatore and knowing him personally was a great learning I,experience.onbehalf of LC Nepal, would like to Congratulate Tr Jayant as PresidentElect of Round Table International and Tr Saurabh Kedia as Incoming ASPA Chairman and extend my Best wishes for their tenure!! Congratulations and Cheers to Round Table Nepal for representing at the International platform.
Aviral Jain ASPA Chairman 21-22
Dear GreetingsFriends,from
Message From ASPA Chairman AVIRAL JAIN
Keep enjoying this beautiful movement together and continue making great memories.
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It was my utmost honour and pleasure to have witnessed the Charter of Nepalgunj and been part of the inauguration of several community service and Freedom Through Education projects. It was extremely emotional and overwhelming to see the huge impact RTN has on the local community while maintaining the true spirit of fellowship & brotherhood.
Yours in Tabling Best RegardsWishes,
If its not fun, its not tabling. ‘‘ ‘‘
to Tr. Vimal Baid & Tr. Anand Bahety for being awarded the ASPA Region Star recognition. It is a proud moment for all of us that Tr. Saurabh Kedia (Past President RT Nepal) will be taking up the mantle of ASPA Chairman 22-23. I wish him all the very best for his tenure and wish the incoming National Headboard a successful year ahead.
What a splendid year it has been for Round Table Nepal. RTN has been a shining jewel in the crown of ASPA for the year 21-22. Under the dynamic leadership of President Anand Bahety, Nepal has excelled and contributed in every facet impactfully.
Round Table Nepal is globally known for its excellent hospitality. During the recent times of COVID, hosting and traveling reduced significantly, but it was heartwarming to see the participation of delegates from RT Nepal at most of the International, Regional & InterNation events throughout the year. The true essence of tabling is traveling, and I am proud to say that RT Nepal has gone above and beyond to make its presence felt at most Heartiestevents.congratulations
Round Table International!!
Gentlemen, you have lived our theme for the year of #StrongerTogether. I have seen the amazing sideby-side events you have organized along with Ladies Circle, and I sincerely hope you will keep doing the same in the future.
Allow me to wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you soon.
Dear Brothers in RT Nepal, Firstly, it gives me great pleasure to send greetings to all of you and congratulations on another brilliant edition of the renowned ARTEAN
Secretary (2021/22)
Last but not least, what I love most about RT Nepal, are its members. I have known quite a few of them and have made lifelong friendships. You are a vibrant, fun-loving bunch of Tablers who have always been exceptionally hospitable.
Yours in International Tabling
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Your devotion to training, development, and constant improvement must be applauded. I understand that you are conducting your own LAPD events and encourage the younger Tablers to participate in the same.
RT Nepal has always been present at international events. It has occupied a vibrant position internationally. Congratulations on becoming the host for the RTI Half Year Meeting in 2024. I’m sure it will be a great show, just like what you did in organizing the RTI World Meeting in 2016. Now, of course, you have an incoming president of Round Table International from your home association which I know you are very proud of.
The commitment you have towards community service projects is admirable, and this includes the flagship projects such as Freedom Through Education and Educate a Child, as well as other projects, including Sugandh Thalassemia Project. I know that you have raised a significant amount of funds for community service and have created a special place in the heart of your communities.
Round Table to training, development, and constant improvement must be applauded.
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the growth of RT Nepal as an association for the last few years and what you have achieved over the years is phenomenal. Reaching over 500 members is a significant achievement for any association, and you gentlemen have done it in style.
Nadeen Kumarasinghe
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I applaud you for making RTI initiatives a success with over 1800 pints of blood donation!
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Education has been one of the prime pillars of community service for RT Nepal, and you have excelled with increasing the Educate a Child program to over 400 students with many new classrooms built across several locations.
RT Nepal’s dedication and commitment to the movement are raved about and have always been something of admiration in the tabling fraternity. This year you have yet again set the bar even higher not just for yourself but also
The world accolades of the hospitality and love that you all bestow upon the Nepal travellers that it becomes a memory to cherish! I feel proud to say Nepal is more of a home for my family than Singapore is!
Siddhant Gupta
I feel honored to have been part of the several initiatives I witnessed last year during my travel across tabling centers in Nepal.
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Nepal, take a bow and accept my sincere gratitude for all the hard work of each and every one of your members! Keep it rocking, folks, and see you somewhere around the world very soon!
Growth by 100+ members in a year is globally unprecedented in recent years. Raising Charity funds have been extremely challenging since Covid, and you have successfully raised a whooping EUR 200,000 is a milestone in itself.
My tabling journey started because of my introduction to the then ASPA Chairman Tr. Akash Golcha back in 2017 and it has been a joy ride ever since!
It is my honour and privilege to address you on behalf of the 60th Diamond Jubilee board of Round Table India. At the outset, heartfelt gratitude to all of you for being super Tablers and a great support system to our beloved association. I would like to congratulate President Tr Anand and his team for the impeccable fashion in which they have led the activities of RT Nepal through the last tabling year. Tabling in Nepal has reached new heights this year with activities happening in all facets. Special mention to the school projects done under the banner of Freedom through Education. Round Table Nepal has seen some good growth in inductions as well as new tables being formed. I would like to thank RT Nepal for participating in the LAPD programs done by RT India.
Looking forward to meeting you all in person very soon at the AGM in Sep 2022
Warm greetings to all my brothers in Nepal!!!
Always remember friends that the more you give to Tabling the more you get back.
President 2021-22
Round Table India
Let’s continue to keep growing together and take tabling in Nepal and India to greater heights!!!
Till then Be Brilliant and Enjoy Tabling!!!
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RT India and RT Nepal have always shared an excellent relationship and have stood with each other through thick and thin. I think the bonding between Tablers of Nepal and India is incomparable and the results show in our joint activities. Before I end, I would like to congratulate my dear friend and brother Tr. Jayant Agarwal on taking up the highest mantle of our association. I am sure as the president of RT International you are going to make us all super proud!!!!
Your friend in Tabling
Lmf Tr Moriya Philip
Achievements and applauds, opportunities and thoughts, this is what I gained from Round Table Nepal.
Nepal the brightest future ahead & I hope all clubs can collectively make a great impact on the society for a better Regardstomorrow.
NAVIN BHANSALI
DIWAKAR RATHI
Absolutely. Because the magazine is now, as it has always been, one of the best ways to spread the word about Tabling. It has allowed us all to share the fun and excitement of the Tabling movement, it showcases the good work of Tablers around the country, and it puts a spotlight on important issues affecting us all. The ARTEAN isn’t just enjoyable for Tablers – it’s a great way to boost RT Nepal’s public image, and show our acquaintance the work that Tablers do.
We say, life starts at 40 and now I know why Round Table has an age limit of Before40. this age, we are taught how to adapt to things and how to improve our way of living. In my 17 years of RT journey , I learned what true fellowship is and how happy you feel after you pay back to the society. I feel proud to have headed RTN in my youth years and I believe this has changed my way of thinking and my lifestyle. As it’s said, वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् , my journey to RTN started with handful of friends and now I have a huge family of more than 350 friends. This is what RT has given to me. Words aren’t enough to express what RTN has taught and given me and I’m eternally grateful for all the endless memories that I carry along.
NIKHIL JAISANI
In an age of constant digital communication, with numerous ways to find new information, do we still need a ARTEAN magazine ?
Past President’s Messages
I wish all the Round Tabler’s to use this platform not only to network but also for Further,self-development.IwishRoundTable
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Kudos to all of you and the whole tabling fraternity in Nepal. Keep it up!!
After almost 5 years of me being away from Round Table when I was asked to pen few words, I actually went blank and didn’t know what to comment. However going down the memory lane, I still cherish the moments spent in the organization and will always be grateful for the leadership and other skills it taught me.
One has to know how to make the best out of the tabling Whenexperience.Iwas
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All I will request everyone is not to be a backbencher in tabling; come ahead, talk, make friends and see how warmly you are welcomed. Also, travel domestically and internationally to get the real feel of tabling. 2018-19
Tabling is a platform that has also helped many learn and conquer their fears. it has also brought and opened many doors of opportunities for our lot, from travel to business to making new friends.
asked to write a few words for Round Table, the first thought that came to my mind was, “what do I write?” but then again, I thought, “Do I actually need to think to write about Round Table? It has indeed been a memorable journey from the day I started as a Tabler till today. the learnings, experiences, and friends embraced in this journey will be cherished forever. You get what you give and in abundance.
RTN is growing as envisioned and I wish to congratulate Tr. Anand Bahety for a successful tenure. It was very much expected as I’m aware of his skills and qualities. On the other hand, its great pride which cannot be explained in words that Tr. Jayant will be taking up the leadership post at RTI. I’m sure he will be recognized as one of the most promising leaders in RTI. My sincere wishes to Tr. Rahul who will be taking up the next leadership, first from Bhairhawa.
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Louis Marchesi Fellow GLMF GLMF Tr. Binod Agrawal B CRT-15 GLMF Tr. Rajesh Bagadiya B CRT-15 GLMF Tr. Manish Roongta SRT-6 GLMF Tr. Rajesh Agrawal SRT-6 GLMF Tr. Vishal Patwari BFRT-8 GLMF Tr. Chandra Agarwal DRT-26 GLMF Tr. Ketan Gupta BRT-3 GLMF Tr. Rohit Agarwal BRT-3 GLMF Tr. Mayank Kedia KRT-1 GLMF Tr. Vinay Agrawal KKRT 9 GLMF Tr. Kapil Agrawal B CRT 15 GLMF Tr. Swatantra Nevatia BRT 5 GLMF Tr. Anil Kr Agrawal KKRT 9 GLMF Tr. Deepak Agrawal BYRT 13 GLMF Tr. Bikash Agrawal KCRT12 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 2019-21
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I never imagined it, but it all came as a surprise, a motivation, and a moment to be proud of when I received the prestigious title of Best Floor Tabler 2019-21 at RTN’s 21st NAGM. The trophy was in my hands, and the then-President of RTN, Tr. Saurabh Kedia, and his better half, Mitali, were right alongside me, smiling and praising me; it was a memorable occasion. It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to witness pals you didn’t know existed two years ago reveling in your joy—a genuine sense of It’sbrotherhood.beenayear, and with the extra role of national convener, it brings me great satisfaction and a sense of obligation to enjoy the ride while also justifying the faith placed in you.
Thanks to Tabling for all the fantastic moments thus far, and I eagerly await more. to tabling!!!
Diwash Subedi BPRT11
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Every national and international event I could join allowed me to learn, explore, and experience the essence of Tabling. Meeting other enthusiastic and proud Tablers along the line was an excellent motivator for me never to miss these events.
It seems like only yesterday that my tabling experience in Biratnagar Platinum Round Table 11 began in March 2019. Being inducted into a table that has given two previous National Presidents was a significant factor that fuelled and facilitated the route to making the most of the Tabling.
Attending tabling events at multiple tables across the country, enjoying fellowships, and fundraisers, promoting the tabling movement, and always being available for tabling brothers provided a unique feeling of satisfaction and pride.
Cheers
FLOOR TABLER of the Year
The Round Table has given me far more than I have been able to return. Attending the NLC-LAPD Session in Sauraha was one of those moments and a highlight for me since it gave me an opportunity to grow. It is not always simple to express yourself, to provide your perspective or stance on issues with which you agree or disagree. But attending NLC has given me the confidence to stand up for myself and taught me that if you look for answers, you will always find people who respond to and assist you. Just another beauty of Tabling.
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Tr. Nishant Chachan BRT3 Guiness Book
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Tr. Dipesh Khanna BRRT20 FTE
Tr. Pratik Agrawal KRRT23 LAPD
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Tr. Piyush Sarawagi KART-21
Tr. Anand Bahety KURT-17
Tr. Hari Bans Rathi BPRT-11 GLMF Tr. Navin Bhansali KMRT-4
Tr. Dhruv Dalmia RT India
Tr. Rajesh Bagaria BCRT-15 Tr. Gaurav Sharda KBRT-19 Tr. Saurabh Kedia BRT-3 LMF Tr. Rahul Agrawal LRT-16
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GLMF Tr. Manoj K. Das BRT-3 GLMF Tr. Diwakar Rathi BPRT-11
Tr. Rahul Bansal DART 29
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Tr. Sushant Chachan BRT3
Tr. Bibhor Agrawal KBRT-19 LMF Tr. Nikhil Jaisani BPRT-11
Tr. Dr. Bimal Agrawal BPRT 11
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LMF Tr. L K Biyani DRT-26 LMF Tr. Sumit Agarwal BFRT-8 Tr. Sumit Khetan KRT-1 LMF Tr. Nitesh Agarwal KRT-1 LMF Tr. Ashwani Bansal BRT-5 Tr. Pawan Agarwal KBRT-19 Tr. Sourabh Todi KZRT-22 GLMF Tr. Kapil Agarwal BCRT-15 GLMF Tr. Akash Golchha KIRT-7 LMF Tr. Nikhil Jaisani BPRT-11
Tr. Sumit Khetan KRT-1
Tr. Rajesh Bagadiya KMRT-4
Tr. Ravi Khetan KBRT-19 GLMF Tr. Navin Bhansali KMRT-4
Tr. Deepak Menda RT India
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ASPA Awards
Kathmandu United Round Table 17 – KURT17, was conferred the esteemed award of Fellowship Club of the Year, ASPA Region by ASPA Chairman Tr. Aviral Jain, for their fantastic work this year in the Fellowship facet of Tabling. KURT17 led the way with the Unity Drive, which aimed to touch all Tabling Centres of Nepal. The award was presented during the National AGM of Bangladesh Round Table on the 21st of May 2022.
Tr. Anand Bahety – National President of Round Table Nepal, given the ASPA Star award for the exceptional work done by RTNepal, in all facets of Tabling, including record extensions, amazing fundraisers, and CSR Tie-Ups, fellowships, and service projects in the ASPA Region. The award was presented during the National AGM of Bangladesh Round Table on the 21st of May 2022.
Tr. Vimal S Baid – National Editor of Round Table Nepal, given the ASPA Star award, for the excellent work done in the extension of Nepalgunj Phoenix Round Table 32 on the 30th of April, 2022. Tr. Aviral Jain, ASPA Chairman, presented the award.
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Tr. Vikash Chaudhary (KCRT12)
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Area 4 - Tr. Rahul Chachan (NRT14)
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18 new classrooms were built across the country, and 6 new toilet blocks & other projects like water tanks, computer lab & other infrastructure development were done throughout the year.
the project team has managed to update the data of RTN projects throughout the country and compiled it into an excel sheet which will be beneficial for future endeavors.
This year with the vision to achieve more, RTN President decided to structure the project team with all areas of RTN having their own Area Project Convener, and an experienced leader in the form of Past President LMF Tr. Nikhil Jaisani heading the team.
Area 3 - LMF Tr. Pratik Agrawal (BRT3)
Nationwide Share the Warmth campaign was done during the winter season and benefited 1940
Dpeople.uring the RTN Week, Tables all over the country organized Blood Donation Camps & Tree Plantation Drives.
Tr. Ankit Agrawal (KCRT12)
Project Conveners solved the problems of finding new projects, raising funds for the projects, and improving communication. Educate A Child was also combined with the project team and this decision can see making substantial benefits in the way projects are done in
Some of the work done this year include:
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During the past tenures, there used to be a single project convener for the whole of RTN, and it was difficult to manage all areas throughout the country and coordinate with each table
Under EAC, we have sponsored 447 students and provided mid-day meals to 40 kids.
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FREEDOMTHROUGHEDUCATION
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Millions of Nepalese children have that perpetuates chain of
never, ever been to school. Illiteracy is a self-fulfilling curse
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poverty, degradation and child labor. To reach out to this group of underprivileged children, since the year 1999, RT Nepal across the country started adopting projects aimed at providing quality school infrastructure, and then in 1999 this project was formalized and thus born the National Project of Round Table Nepal “Freedom Through Education” – In pursuit of educating underprivileged children Round Table Nepal’s focus on Infrastructure-Building is aimed at promoting Education for Posterity and hence RT Nepal has put in colossal efforts to build FTE School Blocks across the nation. What exactly do we do through FTE and our school building model ? Under the FTE program, we Tablers identify needy Schools for underprivileged that are operating from dilapidated or open structures; schools that have land available but little resources to take up big ticket expenditures like Construction. It is here that RT Nepal steps in and builds School Blocks with Amenities across Nepal to help such efforts and hands over newly constructed quality school Blocks to the school bodies. Following are some of the bare necessities that are facilitated vide Freedom Through Education project of Round Table Nepal • Build Quality School Buildings • Deep Tube-wells for Sanitation • Build Toilets • Lights & Fans • Classroom Furniture • Science Laboratories • Filtered Drinking Water System • Library Rooms • Computer Rooms • Health Posts As on 25th August, 2022, Round Table Nepal has 58 Projects with a total of 373 Rooms built. Apart from these, RTN has been supporting schools with other necessary infrastructures in these school as mentioned above. A Good Education is a Foundation for a better Future ELIZABETH WARREN installedPlaygrounds Train Teachersthe ConstructedClassroomsLabsComputerBlockToilet18 42 2 19 58 Projects 373 Rooms 70 Toilet Block FTE TILL DATE FTE2021/22
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BFRT8 & BYRT13 had jointly inaugurated 4 classrooms in new school “Shri Tarachand KishanLal Adharbhut Vidhyalaya” which was inaugurated by National President Tr. Anand Bahety on 20th Mar, 2022. Total cost of the project was approx. 24 Lakhs benefiting more than 150 students. Stationery and snacks were also distributed to the school kids.
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KERT2 organized a inauguration program of 2 classroom project and a computer lab at Shree Singh Bhairav School, Phakal, Makwanpur on 14-052022 for 70 school children. Cost of the project was 500000.
BPRT11 inaugurated 4 Classroom Block at Saraswati Sadan Basic School, Nemuwa on 18th August 2022 with an estimated cost of 38,00,000 benefitting 600 students.
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BRT5 inaugurated 4 Classroom Block at Bhagatram Chanda Devi Biratnagar Round Table 5 Adarsh Madhyamik Vidhayalay, Rangeli, Nepal on 18th August 2022 measuring approx 2700 sq ft with an estimated cost of 45,00,000 benefitting 300 students.
BRT-27 inaugurated 2 classroom building alongwith boundary wall and main gate in newly adopted school “Chamardhap Primary School” located at Ward-10 in Birtamode Municipality on 29th August, 2022 costing approx 23 lakhs benefitting more than 120
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students.HRT30inaugurated Drinking Water tank on 26th Nov, 2021 at Shree Adharbhut Prathamik Shikshya Bidyalaya. Total cost of the project was Rs. 1,30,000 benefiting 92 students.
BRT3 inaugurated Sanjay Patwari Computer Lab in Birgunj Round Table Bal Mandir School on 27th Nov, 2021 with a project cost of NPR 9,70,000. The lab will benefit around 350 students of the school.
DART29 along with the support of RTN & BRT 3 inaugurated Sanjay Patwari Lab at Pashupati Sikhsha Mandir, Dhangadhi on 1st May, 2022. This project will benefit 120 students with a total project cost of NPR 2,80,000.
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BRT3 handed over Girls and Boys Toilet Block at Birgunj Round Table Bal Mandir School on 11th July, 2022. It will benefit 350 students of the school. Total expense of the project was around Rs. 4,50,000.
DRT26 organised Toilet Block Inauguration Program on 24th Dec, 2021 at Shree Ananta Shikshya Jyoti Adharbhut Vidyalaya benefitting 120 students with a total spent of Rs. 290,000.
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NPRT32 organised inauguration of its project for construction of the toilet block at Nepal Rashtriya Prathmik Vidyalaya, Nepalgunj. A total of 5 blocks for male and female students were constructed at cost of Rs. 5,15,000 benefitting 100 students of the school.
DRT 26 inaugurated toilet block with washroom in association with Dharan Upamaha Nagarpalika at Sri Samyak Shikshya Adharbhut Vidyalaya on 31st Aug, 2021 on the occasion of Charter Day. Total person benefitted 140 for a total expense of Rs. 225,000.
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JRT33 organised inauguration of its project for construction of the toilet blocks and boundary wall at Shree Rastriya Primary School, Janakpur. The cost of the project was Rs. 4,00,000, benefitting 160 students of the school. 2022-08-20
Under Construction Toilet Block of BCRT15
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EDUCATEACHILD
Nepal is, economically, a very poor country in which per capita annual income is only about $1035. Rural areas especially suffer from a woeful lack of social and economic infrastructure. Remote villages and rural countryside, many bright children simply don’t have the opportunity to go to school because of their family’s poverty. Yet, with an education, these children will be able to break the cycle of poverty for their families and themselves.
• Extending support to the students to provide employment opportunities once they complete education
• Building a pool of donors to provide continuous support for requality of education by Training Teachers
Plans:Future Vision 2025:
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• To make E AC a flagship project for the entire RT-International
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• Extending EACs reach all over Nepal
CHILDA 14 Lakhs+ StudentsEACOtherBenefitedProjects 442 Tuition AmountSupportFeestoStudentsSpent 34,78,2055914
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A donation of $100 a year is sufficient to provide a year of education to one of these impoverished though deserving children. Your gift will change a child’s life. We would like to appreciate all the current sponsor Tables and Tablers for contributing towards such a noble initiative. Your contribution is making ahuge difference in a child’s life, turning their dreams into reality.Educate a Child project undertaken by Round Table Nepal has been able to support 100 kids so far with contribution of individual Tablers, Tables and the Association. And the outcome has been overwhelming.
Forty percent of Nepal’s population is illiterate; only about 50% of the girls are literate. However this figure has been improving significantly since past few years because of awareness programs as well as support from individual organizations promoting education, one of them being RTN. Students from schools show a high dropout rate after primary level of education because of poor financial condition or lack of motivation. Schools don’t have sufficient teachers; the ones they have are poorly trained, and schools lack educational materials. School aged children migrate to urban areas to work as domestic servants or laborers. RTN under EAC provides scholarships to underprivileged students from poor financial background, orphans, and those who are differently
• Supporting 1000 kids under EAC taking care of their entire educational needs for up to Grade 10.
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Table Nepal is changing the future by building schools, training the teachers, providing educational materials, and sponsoring for education fee for children who would otherwise not have the means to attend the school. EAC caters to the most disadvantaged. Through EAC, we help eliminate poverty by uplifting the underprivileged kids by giving them quality education to make them independent for future. Education is the only hope for Nepali children who would otherwise remain illiterate and stuck in an endless cycle of poverty.
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The MOVEMBER Foundation is one of the best-known charities to tackle men’s health on a global scale. As one of the largest of its kind, fighting the men’s health crisis head-on by changing the game in cancer research to improve the quality of men’s health and ultimately STOP MEN FROM DYING TOO YOUNG.
One of the events was the “move for Movember” Campaign. As part of the RTN “Move for Movember” campaign, 200 Tablers, spouses, twinklers, and friends covered a total of approx. 1500 Km(s) to support the cause by doing different physical activities in Nepal. The highlights of which were the Cycle Rally by KTRT25 and BCRT15.
With Movember becoming an important project for Round Table International, RT Nepal also has been taking up the challenge for the last few years to support this initiative.
KKRT9 organized various Men’s Health Awareness Seminars at different corporate offices organized by KKRT9. Under this program, Dr. Bishal Dhakal conducted the Movember Men’s Health Awareness seminars at various corporate offices across Kathmandu in association with RTN.
Movember & Round Table Nepal
MOVEMBER
This all started in 2003 when two friends (Travis Garone and Luke Slattery) met up for a quiet beer in Melbourne, Australia, and the idea that sparked Movember was born. The moustache had all but disappeared from fashion trends. Could they bring it back? They found 30 guys willing to take up the challenge.
For the Movember Men’s Health Awareness Campaigns, Tablers across Nepal did multiple activities this year.
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Since then, the foundation has grown to over 6 million Mo Bros and Mo Sisters globally and raised a whopping total of €409 million raised since the start in 2003. It has supported and funded 1250 men’s health projects to date. Movember’s success can largely be attributed to the strength of the global community. Regardless of the city in which we live, we are part of something bigger, united by a commitment to help change the face of men’s health.
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Men’s Health Awareness seminars at various corporate offices across
THE MO BROS OF RTN
As part of the RTN “Move for Movember” campaign 200 Tablers, spouses, twinklers and friends covered a total of approx 1500 km(s) to support the cause doing different physical activities in Nepal
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Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health on a global scale, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
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KURT17 in association with BRT3 organized a Flight of Fantasy for 12 Students & 1 Teacher from Birgunj Round Table Bal Mandir School, Sinduria Mai Prathamik Vidyalaya - Laxmanwa, and Pashupati Shiksha Mandir - Parwanipur on 13th November, 2021. They boarded the flight in morning from Birgunj to Kathmandu and were received at Kathmandu Airport by Tablers from KURT17, BRT3, RTN President, RTN Secretary, RTN Editor and Tablers from KTRT25.
The students were later taken to Kathmandu Fun Park where they joined 12 Students & 1 Teacher from Maya Ghar. The Children had a fun time wherein they enjoyed varieties of rides. KURT17 Tablers also had great time as they also joined the children in the rides.
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After a fun time at the fun park, the students were taken for lunch at Bakery Café, Jawalakhel where they had good food. Tr. Anirudh Budhia, RT India IRO also graced the event by visiting us for some time. He praised the efforts of both the tables.
The children were then taken to ZOO for an educational visit where they saw various animals and learnt about them. After the ZOO visit, children & teacher from Birgunj took a flight back to their home town and reached safely to their home. The children and teacher from Maya Ghar were dropped at Maya Ghar by Tablers.
Summarizing the whole event, all the children, teachers and Tablers had a wonderful time and everyone enjoyed a lot. The conveners for the event were Tr. Sumit Mittal, Tr. Vinay Ghoriwala, Tr. Akash Agrawal, and it was a joint initiative of KURT17 and BRT3.
blood transfusions • Iron chelator, and folic acid tablets • Occasionally, a bone marrow transplant may also be an option. Number of Patients Registered: - 117 Benefits provided under the project: Rs 370 subsidy is provided on every pint of blood taken from Biratnagar Blood FreeBank.Medicine, Tablet Defrijet & Folic Acid 5mg are being provided on regular basis to patients. Free Serum Ferritin Tests at SRL Lab, FreeBiratnagar.OPDServices are being provided by Tr. Dr. Rajesh Yadav at Bal Balika Clinic, FreeBiratnagar.Cannula for blood transfusion. Expenditure Incurred on the Project PARTICULARS AMOUNT 2021-22 AMOUNT 2020-21 Blood Pints 5,17,624.00 4,46,590.00 Medicines 4,32,490.00 4,05,432.00 Blood Tests 8,190.00 1,69,160.00 Certificates & Printing 9,985.00 17,865.00 Total Expenditure 9,68,289.00 9,68,289.00 A patient today is incurring only Rs. 2400/- per year, for which they were spending approximately Rs 40,000/- in the past before getting registered with Sugandh Thalassemia Project.
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Treatment depends on the type and severity, and often includes:
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Late Tr. Dr. Bimal Agrawal and Sugandh Thalassemia Project Sugandh Thalassemia Project was initiated by late Tr. Dr. Bimal Agrawal. Late Dr. Bimal’s hard work, dedication, selfless efforts, precise planning, and execution have taken Sugandh Thalassemia Project to greater heights and kept this dream project running. Sugandh Care Foundation provided a supporting hand together with Round Table Nepal both in terms of financial funds & guidance when and where
Thalassemia is a genetically inherited blood disorder in which the body makes an abnormal form of hemoglobin. The disorder results in excessive destruction of red blood cells, which leads to anemia. Thalassemia was first clinically described nearly a century ago, and treatment of this widespread genetic disease has greatly advanced during this period. Thalassemia is a growing global public health problem, with an estimated
Young Energetic Tr. Dr. Rajesh Yadav (MD pediatrics) is taking this project ahead with the same energy as before. 117 patients are currently registered under this project and are getting benefits from the treatments on a regular basis at Balbalika Clinic, Biratnagar under his expert supervision. Dr. Rajesh says, “Tr. Dr. Bimal Agrawal initiated this project, and we are making sure to further his legacy by taking it forward. It was Dr. Bimal’s vision to serve patients suffering from the genetic disorder “Thalassemia” that has led and gotten us to this platform whereby we are now rendering all possible services to 117 patients and counting. Presently, we have 117 registered patients taking regular services in Biratnagar”.
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Explaining Thalassemia
births of clinically significant thalassemia disorders expected to occur in the next 20 years. It is a disease which requires continuous treatment and support throughout the lifetime of the
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The project requires the maximum funds that we can get, we are somehow managing through, but to give better quality treatment and services, and to add more needy children to this projects, funds are a must. We request each Table and Tabler to contribute to this project wholeheartedly, as it is in reality making live easier for those who are most affected by this disease.
From Chairman’s Pen
Thanks Saurab Golchha, Chairman 21-22 Biratnagar Platinum Round Table 11 INCREASEINPATIENTSYEARONYEAR 52 Patients2017 102 Patients2019-21 64 Patients2018-19 117 Patients2021-22 No. of Patients 2017 2018-19 2019-21 2021-22 100150500
On behalf of BPRT 11 and Sugandh Thalassemia Project, we would like to thank Sugandh Care Foundation, RTN Fraternity, which includes the National Board, Tables across Nepal, Tablers & individuals who have generously supported the project both financially and morally as the project requires support on a long-term basis in all ways. We solemnly request each and everyone associated with our network & beyond to continue support for the smooth functioning of all activities and facilities for patients regularly. 80% of the children whom we support come from below the poverty line segment and are in dire need of these services to improve the quality of whatever life they have because sadly it is a disease that cannot be cured.
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We were able to touch 2500 lives with a spent of about USD 3000.
• Tree plantation
Blood Donation Drive – RT Nepal did a Nation-wide Blood Donation Drive to celebrate RTI week and collected 1136 pints of Blood. This is the highest ever blood collected by RT Nepal. The average pint collected per Tablers accounts to 2.5 pints per Tabler. By the initiative we should be able to impact about 3400 people in need of blood.
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Foundation stones were laid for a new 4 classroom block by BPRT11 and a Computer Lab by DART29 in their adopted FTE Projects.
Service Projects – 21 different service projects were conducted throughout the nation by RT Nepal such as
• Sports activity, Handwriting – Art – Essay Competition for students of FTE School
Foundation Day 11th March- 17 March, 2022 RTI & RTN
RTI Week Fellowship – Fellowships were organized in all 4 areas of RT Nepal to celebrate RTI Week.
Freedom Through Education Projects – RT Nepal inaugurated a new 4 classroom school block for Shri Tarachand Kishan Lal Aadharbhut Achool, Birgunj with an investment of about USD 20,000. It was a joint project by BFRT8 and BYRT13.
A dream we dream alone is only a dream and a dream we dream together we can make anything into reality. All this event would not have been possible without the effort of all the fellow Tablers of RTN fertinity.
• Health camps
• Stationery, sports equipment, shoes, school bags and food distribution
• Drinking water facility installation
• Industrial visit for FTE students
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88www.rtn.org.np RTI DAY CELEBRATIONS Visit an Orphanage-Old Age Home - CRT31 Mid Day Meal Donation - LRT16 Stationery Distribution - NRT14 Shoes Distribution - BRT27 Stationery Distribution - BPRT11 Blood Donation - NRT14 & CRT31 Shoes Distribution - BRT27 Stationery & Snacks Distribution - BRT3 Blood Donation - BTRT28
www.rtn.org.np91RTI DAY CELEBRATIONS Blood Donation - BSRT18 Blood Donation - DART29 Blood Donation - KART21 & KTRT25 Blood DonationKURT17 & KRRT23 Blood Donation - KMRT4 & KCRT12 Eye Check Up Camp at Old Age Home - BRT27 Drawing-Handwriting-Essay Competition - DART29 Food Donation Program - KRT1 Food, Stationery & Sports Equipment Donation - SRT6, LRT16 & BTRT28
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Fellowships were organized in all 4 areas of RT Nepal to celebrate RTI Week.
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Foundation stones were laid for a new 4 classroom block by BPRT11 and a Computer Lab by DART29 in their adopted FTE Projects.
RT Nepal inaugurated a new 4 classroom school block for Shri Tarachand Kishan Lal Aadharbhut School, Birgunj with an investment of about USD 20,000. It was a joint project by BFRT8 and BYRT13.
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RT Nepal did a Nation-wide Blood Donation Drive to celebrate RTI week and collected 1136 pints of Blood. This is the highest ever blood collected by RT Nepal. The average pint collected per Tablers accounts to 2.5 pints per tabler. It’s by the initiative we should be able to impact about 3400 people in need to blood. pints collected 1136
www.rtn.org.np95 DISTRIBUTION WATER PUMP @ MAYA GHAR PLANTATION TREE Mahendra Saraswati School, Teku SPORTSACTIVITY &COMPETITIONART HANDWRITINGCOMPETITION&ESSAY DRAWING SNACKS &INDUSTRIAL VISIT DISTRIBUTION RTN DAY CELEBRATION AUGUST 5th, 2022 1000+ We were able to create history by Collecting Blood Donation This Tabiling Years. 1915 Pints of Blood PLANTED TREE 779 pints BLOOD DONATION DRIVE
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www.rtn.org.np97Christmas Celebration - KCRT12 & KTRT25 Dustbin ProgrammeDistribution-NRT14 Covid Antigen Kit Distribution Program - BPRT10 Eye and ear checkup - BCRT15 MOU Signed with Shauraya Healthcare Foundation - DRT26 Don’t Drink & Drive Campaign2nd Phase - BFRT8
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fashion so important ?
Look around and what do you see? Men who just don’t seem to care. You see ultimate style sins, ill-fitting clothing, poor colour combinations, clashing patterns, a lack of attention to detail, and blind trend chasing. The list goes on and on. It doesn’t take much to break from the sea of unkempt guys out Here’sthere.
and expensive, it fades over time. Style, on the other hand, is timeless and can be affordable. The classic staples will always be “in style.” Gentleman, it’s time to embrace this renaissance by looking inward. The clothes won’t make the man, but they can break him. People judge and form opinions about us in a matter of seconds. The first thing people notice is our appearance.
have a place in men’s style. After all, cargo shorts and v-neck tees are trends. We all follow them to an extent. I advocate experimenting with trends because it’s a part of the process in developing one’s style, but it’s easy to go overboard.
Your Story ?
the million-dollar question: why don’t more men dress like they give a damn ?
It’s simple: the better you dress, the better you feel, and the more inspired you will be to take action, to tackle the plans and goals you’ve been kicking around in your head for all these years. But first, what kind of story do you want to tell ?
FASHION CLOSET
It may be shallow, but it’s human nature. When we have nothing else to go by, we classify people as competent or incompetent based on their style. A poorly dressed man will be seen as incompetent and unkempt in other areas of his life, regardless of how successful he is. You want to give the best representation of who you are from the start. By dressing up, you can show up knowing that you’re putting your best self forward. Your confidence will skyrocket and people will
Can clothes change your personality ? Science says that the clothes we wear affect our behavior, attitudes, personality, mood, confidence, and even the way we interact with others. This is “Enclothed Cognition“.
Style in Our Time
When it comes to style today, people think of GQ or fashion runways. Magazines like GQ and Details are are full of advertisements and usually too fashion forward and trendy. These magazines simply don’t appeal to everyday men, making them apathetic towards the subject. Men figure that they just aren’t stylish or could never pull off the look.
Many men just don’t believe it’s all that important. And that’s fine. It takes some guys a bit longer to realize the power in dressing well.
You want to dress comfortably, you want to dress appropriately for the situation, and you want to dress in a way that tells your story the way you want to tell it. Personal style is unique to you. It’s okay to mirror what you like, but ultimately it’s about putting your own spin on it. You want to develop a personal style that reflects the man on the inside. And in time you will find that dressing well becomes effortless—and that ease carries through to other parts of your life as well.
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Why is men’s fashion important ?
Fashion has the ability to change and shape lives through its personal connection to us all. We all have to wear clothes and every piece of clothing we buy represents a personal choice – it is this intrinsically human relationship between us and our fashion that makes it political.
about this men’s style renaissance as it pertains to dressing well. It is worth noting that a man’s style goes beyond his outward appearance. Style is about more than the clothes you wear. It’s who you are on the inside and how you present yourself to the outside world. It’s having appreciation and cultivating gratitude.
How dressing well affects your life ? Research shows that what you wear to work can not only impact how others perceive you, it can also affect how well you perform at your job, how you perceive yourself and your abilities, and even how quickly you move up the professional ladder.
A surefire way to consistently dress sharp is to know your wardrobe essentials. By having awareness of what you’re wearing and how you wear it, you’ll be sure to look great when looking back decades from now. I’m also of the mindset that fashion and style are not one in the
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To make matters worse, when a man does try to “up” his style, he’s sure to face criticism from family and friends. Of course they mean well, but it will take them some time to get used to the new you. And as for trends, of course they
There is a renaissance happening, gentleman. Men are striving to dress better and learning the importance of why it pays to be a stylish man. They are inspiring others to be their best selves. The men who put thought and effort into developing their personal style are in a position to live better in all aspects of I’velife.talked
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And most importantly it’s about how you live your life. Ultimately, style comes from
I think a big part has to do with not knowing where to start. And not knowing what dressing well actually looks like. Another reason being that style and dressing up is associated with fashion, and “fashion is for girls.” Or a man might be perceived as gay for dressing stylishly.
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• Highest collection in blood donation; in both RTI/RTN week and day
Given the opportunity, it was very confusing at the beginning, but support of all the Area 1 Tables and support from National Board and National Conveners, everything started to work as for the plan, and the plan was very simple Service Through Fellowship. Regular meetings, projects and above all regular fellowships after the Covid era, I think we have bonded back and recharged to move ahead with higher enthusiasm and zeal.
• Most visited area by Our President
I feel that I have grown as an individual because of this opportunity.
• Organization of first ever sport fellowship, Badminton, under Zest, during the 3rd NEX
Reflecting back, I think that I would have almost all the boxes tick marked against the plans for this year. I would like to thank the President, my Table and my fellow Area Tablers for supporting me through the entire tabling year.
Coffee Meet and Quarterly Area fellowship created superb memories, ZEST was an event which was loved my many and Beer Fest and Treasure Quest were cherry on top. I would like to heartly thank each and every Tabler of Area1 who have been superb in their own way tackling all challenges here and there and keeping the movement going forward.
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• Organization of First Aid Education Program
• Organization of first ever APT in the area
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It was a pleasure and honor to work for the largest Area of RTN as the Area1 Coordinator.
Flashback to approximately a year ago, I received a call from the then President elect, Tr. Anand Bahety. He wanted to know if I was interested in continuing as the Area 2 Coordinator for a full new term, as I had taken up the job midway. Initially, I was skeptical, but decided to take it up as a challenge to myself. In Hindsight, I stand a tall and a content Tabler. I may not have done the job to perfection but I have done it to the best of my abilities. It is one of the most dynamic areas, and hence, all the more challenging. The Tablers here are filled with ideas, aspirations and so much zeal in them. However, with this comes a basket full of memories, joy, a lifetime of experience, and friends for life. Few of the highlights of my tenure are:
• Felicitation of local body election winners
Cheers to tabling!!!
TR. SAKET MURARKA 2 Coordinator,
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• Area 4 also celebrated RTN day beautifully, wherein Tree Plantation, Blood Donation, and Health Checkups were conducted by the Tables of the Area.
I would like to acknowledge sincere gratitude and respect towards RTN and specially President Anand Bahety Dai for always supporting me on all activities.
This was a win-win situation for Area-3.
We Had
amazing experience
NEX & Fellowships were jointly organized by all 4 tables of Area-3 which further strengthened the bond between Tablers and Tables , disagreements, and discussions, were also there but they contributed to making our bond even stronger.
Some of the highlights of this year are:
me.
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AGRAWAL Area 3 Coordinator TR. SAURABH AGRAWAL Area 4 2021-22Co-Ordinator,
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• Area 4 successfully celebrated the RTI week wherein more than 350 pints of blood were collected in Area 4 and many other activities were done.
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I got to make new friends and got a chance to work not only with my Table but with other tables in my Area very closely. In short, got the opportunity to feel the real essence of tabling.
To be part of the National Council as Area 4 Coordinator
One of the biggest achievements of my time as the coordinator was that we were able to create a great bond and connection between the tables of Area 4. This all was only possible because of the support of the tables of Area 4 and the National Board, especially our Nat. President Anand Dai. was an for
• 4 joint fellowships in our area.
• 2 sports meets.
It is indeed an honour and privilege to be coordinating one of the most active tabling Areas of RTN and I did try my best to do what is best for Area-3 and RTN.
One of the biggest challenges was to convince BFRT-8 & BYRT-13 to do joint projects but with the support of our President & Tablers of both table we could make it happen, and that too in grand style. It was one of the finest project executed in a very short span of time that we have seen
• One coffee meet.
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The event was hosted by Round Table Nepal and its member Table KIRT-7. This event was the first step towards the success of the mission “School for Special” and was supported by various beer brands, insurance partners, DJ partners, and a few coupon partners who helped in making it a grand event in such a short span of time. The event was mainly focused on four elements which were games, food, drinks, and music, while also having a few promotional stalls for businesses.
Now the main BEERFESTisquestionWHY ?
Junbeer Carnival!!!, an event fun filled with beers and peers. A fundraising event for a noble cause of building a school for special kids challenged with Autism and Down Syndrome. This funfilled event was organized at The Malla Hotel on the 18th of June 2022, where around 800 people gathered together to enjoy the live music, and DJ and were busy beating the heat with chilled beer and drinks.
The event was successful with an income of 6-8 lacs which would be deposited in the project account and be used for the School Building Project as everyone knows, Roundtable is a zero-overhead organization. In the end, various people were ready to support the cause and give a helping hand to the project. The National Board was also very impressed with the initiative and the way our team revived out glory days. As it’s said, “Charity starts from home, but it should not end there.” That’s how Round Table starts its missions. Firstly, the organization and members contribute towards the cause and later out seek to the bigger family.
topic would be a lot more beneficial than doing some awareness speech or campaign. We also organized a Press Meet on the 9th of June, which was hosted by The Malla Hotel in which we announced our carnival and “School for Special” mission. Our carnival was a funfilled family event as it had kid games, table games, drinks, food and entertainment, and music, which everyone enjoyed to their fullest. The event had started at 11 o clock and guests started to come from 12 o clock, more than half of the crowd stayed till late in the evening 9-10 p.m. as they enjoyed the vibe and music the event provided. The support we got from The Malla Hotel was also incredible, as they were supportive of our every idea and helped us to plan the event with no hiccups.
Various people asked us during our planning that “How can a liquor-based event be used to create awareness for Education?” The answer is, “Today’s generation doesn’t sit for 2-3 hours to learn something, but if they are given an opportunity to chill and enjoy, they will be willing to spend an entire day in the event. So, to gather that crowd together under one roof and bring this
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Participants: GOW 3.0 witnessed 102 teams as Treasureparticipants.Venue: 10 Treasure Venues in Biratnagar were located around the city, with cue cards given to each participant for the following location. The participants had to perform a fun-filled task at each treasure venue to grab maximum points.
Prizes: Prizes for 1 Lakh were given to the Winners, including 1st Runner Up and 2nd Runner Up. Each participating team was awarded a participation certificate and goodies bag.
Stage Show: Several artists performed after the completion of the treasure hunt, including dance performances, a live singing band, instrumental performance, and live playback singing by Trishna Gurung, being the highlight of the show. The participants also had a session for a talent show during the event.
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“GIRLS ON WHEELS 3.0” was a scooter Treasure Hunt where the participants had to follow a trail of clues placed at different locations within the city. A time limit of 150 minutes had been allotted, covering all clue points with a speed requirement. A team consisted of two players, i.e., the rider and the pillion rider. The team which reached all the tasks points performed all the tasks and reached the finish with maximum points won. This event tested not only the riding abilities but also the participants’ mental skills.
Grand Success: The event was a grand success, and several excellent testimonials were received from the participants, sponsors, and visitors.
On INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, Biratnagar Prime Round Table – 10 organized its flagship mega fundraiser, GIRLS ON WHEELS 3.0, an event dedicated to the females of Biratnagar.
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BRT3 organised RTN Treasure Quest on 7th May 2022. 50 participants divided in 15 teams completed various physical talks and solved various clues to move on to next locations in and around Birgunj. It was a fun filled event for all the people involved. BRT3 raised an amount of Rs. 211000.
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KERT2 & KCRT12 organized a Treasure Quest on 2nd July, 2022. The event was flagged off by RTI VP LMF Tr. Jayant Agrawal, RTN President Anand Bahety & RTN Past President Akash Golchha. A total of 16 car participated with a total number of 45 participants. The total amount collected from this fundraiser was Rs. 286,740.
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FELLOWSHIPS
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Focusing on personal health, team-building, camaraderie, and sportsmanship, the events were a huge success. All 4 areas participated in the initiatives, and different Tables took the lead in organizing the events with good participation.
A new initiative was undertaken this year, ZEST Sports Fellowship Month.
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Deviating slightly from the regular fellowships, it was planned to do sports fellowships across the tabling fraternity, bringing all Tablers, Families, and Children to come together and enjoy some indoor and outdoor sports.
This was the curiosity that led to Necklace Drive – a fellowship movement to travel and meet all Tablers in their very own city, touching all 12 Tabling Cities of Nepal within a tabling year in person. Tr. Sumit Mittal, Tr. Jitu Agarwal, Tr. Pravesh Agrawal & Tr. Prakash Roongta took the lead for the Necklace Drive and successfully completed visits to each tabling center in a tabling year.
We must admit that it was an excellent idea and initiative and opportunity to have joint fellowship at various places and meet best friends - for the first YiTtime.
Sumit Mittal
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Most of us meet each other at one National event or the other but only limited people from a table practically travel for National events. So, an idea popped up in our mind. Can we meet, have fellowships with Tablers of all tables in one tabling year ?
Fellowship – is an integral part of our movement and one of the most amazing aspects of KURT17tabling. has been into tabling for more than a decade now but the extensive and applaudable extensions we had these past 2 year into our tabling fraternity were commendable. Our RTN family got extended by large and we did not get a chance to meet and interact with most of them in person, mainly due to the pandemic.
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UNITY DRIVE
Upper mustang is another world. On the way, we saw several tiny mysterious windows on the hills. Red and dusty hills were backed by tall snow mountains. Our hotel Royal Mustang was once a Royal palace & the current prince was personally taking care of everything there, Grand!
Now it is Ford Drive to Lomanthang 2022 – A river route adventure. Well, I have heard of Mustang the Forbidden Kingdom since childhood but I hadn’t planned to tour it yet. Ford came up with this complete and exclusive package. I must be among the first ones who register it right away as I was waiting for it since my last trip. We started our journey from Pokhara. All of us were exuberant to raid the hills and burn the rubber. Convoy stickers were on every bonnet now. We began our journey with screams. The road till Jomsom was mesmerizing. Every
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The River AdventureRoute
The evening was melodious along with lots of beer and singing created magic for us. The hospitality & property experience of Moksha was a next-level experience; do not miss it when you are
We were surprised to see such a maintained hotel at this height of 4000mtrs. We enjoyed visiting the China border at Korala & its surrounding.
Tr. Rahul Bansal
Moksha! What a grand property to stay in the lap of hills, facing straight the beautiful mountains of Nilgiri & Tilicho on which sunlight looks more than majestic. Sipping my coffee there, I had a hawk’s eye view of beautiful Jomsom town, its tiny airport & nearby water stream. It was an out-of-world experience for me.
My dream of exploring upper Nepal began last year when I saw the flyer of Ford Adventure Drive enthusiastically organized by our Past President, Tr. Akash Golcha. It was the Tilicho trek. What a trip it was !
The best part of the trip was yet to come, on the return by river route. Experiencing this drive was crazy. I went bonkers by being in the trunk of a Toyota Hilux, enjoying whatever I could. What a kick-ass moment it was. Let me tell you one thing, once, I was an introvert and shy kind of guy, but I did all this! During this whole trip, I made sure to travel in all 17 cars present just for different experiences. There were Tablers, OT’s & Past Presidents, along with numerous other people. They were full of joyful experiences & mad ideas. The best realization I had was whether you are with 50 or 500 people, when you are a Tabler you can mingle and have fun with anyone anywhere. Sometimes you are a comedian, sometimes you are the whistle-blower, and sometimes you are a leader. You are ready for anything. That’s the confidence & best experience tabling gives to you. Traveling with Tablers? Don’t miss the chance if you get one, I will never for sure!!
Most people aim of doing this when there is time. But exactly how many of us exactly get to do that ?
The best part of the trip was yet to come, on the return by river route
Itthere.was a fine warm morning, and after our breakfast, we were ready to roll for Muktinath Yatra. After a short trek, we dipped in the icy holy bath and had Darshana. It was a blissful experience. The wind of Dumba Lake (2830M) was so strong that it blew away our caps & bags. Lake was a beautiful green, and the aroma was scintillating. We spent some quality time here, followed by lunch served right next to the lake. Amazing, isn’t it? A leisure walk at Jomsom town, followed by a hot bath in the Moksha mini swimming pool, gave a perfect end to the day.
Well, I’m fortunate to enjoy together in this beautiful movement called Round Table. For me, tabling is extended college life.
view was photogenic. At Tatopani, a hot authentic Nepalese meal for lunch tasted scrumptious, especially when you were too tired of the fun.
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TRIP TO LOMANTHANG
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What BrotherhoodTrue Means
“Because brothers don’t let each other wander in the dark alone.” – Jolene Perry
The main essence and motto of brotherhood is, ““All for one, and one for all”, which emphasizes solidarity and support within a group; the group will support its members and its members will support the group. Brothers are the ones who stand by you in your good and hard times. They not only protect you from the problems you face in life but also guide you when you go wrong.
start of my pledge-ship with the Round Table, the whole fraternity aspect was a little strange to me. Suddenly I was brothers with a lot of people, some whom I had known before, some who I met with for the first time and a lot more of them who I was yet to meet. Growing up besides strangers and opening up to them seemed a little strange at the beginning and the idea itself seemed insane but as each week of pledge-ship goes by, I feel like I have begun to understand what Brotherhood truly means.
Among friends, brotherhood is the foundation of a strong friendship. Close friends are the people you can trust and rely on. They stand tall with you not only on your path to success but more importantly during the dark hours when you are facing hardships and failures. Such relationships are based on mutual understanding and appreciation for each other.
In layman terms, ““Brotherhood” is a powerful word that means, the bond shared between two brothers. It is a relationship between brothers or close friends, or a feeling of fellowship with other people. It also means an association, society, union, or community of men linked by a common interest, religion, or trade.”
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On a personal note, I have learned that brotherhood is really an indescribable thing. I thought I had a pretty good grasp of what brotherhood meant, coming into college; it is your bros, your pals, the guys you went to parties with, played sports with in high school, sat at lunch with a few best friends – all merry and joy. That is what I expected joining a fraternity, and to be honest, I was perfectly fine with that. It was all I had known.Atthe
From getting to know a lot of individuals in this fraternity, I have learned everything is not as it seems, everyone is going through something in their lives that they are living and dealing with. Listening to my brothers talk about their life and experiences has helped me to open up about mine. This wasn’t at all what I expected joining a fraternity, but in all it is one of the best things to ever happen to me.
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motivated when I came to know that my Table KERT2 had done a small project of setting up a library and
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It fills me with immense pleasure to call myself a Tabler.
TR. ANKIT TAYAL
My mindset changed once I had the opportunity to meet Tablers.
dynamic men trying to bring out a positive impact on each other’s lives through meaningful service and social work while making sure that we have fun doing Kathmanduit.
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As the young generation of the society, we owe it to the society to brainstorm and find the scope of improvement in various areas and stand firm for the social causes, united. I believe I am but a tiny cogwheel of this gigantic machine, working relentlessly to enrich oneself and the community simultaneously. This fellowship is like a family and it will only become more fun and elevating with every chapter turned. This noble initiative of all of us coming together is definitely a sign of forthcoming prosperity. I believe it is going to be a beautiful journey with the potential to bring the necessary social changes and betterment in various Cheersavenues.to this Strong fellowship!
My tabling journey thus far has been nothing but extraordinary.
Also, by providing the opportunity to participate in various community service programs organized by my
I was always longing to be more social. One of my close friends has been a part of Round Table. He suggested I join this movement. Initially, I wasn’t willing to join Tabling, but little did I realize that I was missing a huge opportunity waiting for me.
Round Table Tabling has turned out to be a totally different experience than what I had initially envisaged. It was always in me to contribute toward the education of underprivileged children. I had always thought of Tabling as a fellowship and partying club more than contributing to Isociety.washighly
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I had the privilege of joining the strong fraternity of Round Table Nepalgunj (NPRT32) in April 2022. To witness and be part of talented young individuals sharing ideas with each other and empowering each other to reach a collective potential is just awe-inspiring. I learned, how the tiniest effort from each individual can result in change, a true change, that can impact our world for the better while completing our very first FTE School Toilet Block project.
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computer lab at a community school. Apart from these activities, I realized the importance of fellowship. The connections and bonding that Round Table helped me create in this short journey are tremendous. The rules and protocols we follow in our meetings create a funny and sometimes responsible attitude towards our personal and professional lives.
Being a new Tabler, I look forward to Tabling and feel that my journey will only get better as it progresses.
Round Table has provided me the perfect platform to meet young and like-minded people from different work and business backgrounds and promote conversations, share, listen and facilitate connections with the people who were strangers some days ago.
table, it has given me immense joy to see the smile on the faces of underprivileged kids and also a sense of pride that I have also become a socially responsible Kathmanduperson.
My tabling journey started in February 2022.
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But he convinced me that this is a beautiful platform. That was when I grabbed the opportunity and was brought into this community of young, talented, and
My Roundtable Experience
NEW TABLER Experiences
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The 1st world meet in over 2 years was planned in Dubai from 23rd to 25th September 2021. This was a historic moment for Nepal, as Tr. Jayant Agrawal from KRT 1, took up the role of RTInternational VicePresident in this Meet. He was elected unopposed and will take over as RTI President in the RTIWM, Denmark in September, 2022.
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The contingent from Nepal consisted of Vice President, Tr. Rahul Agrawal, Past National Editor – Tr. Swatantra Nevatia, Past National Treasurer, Tr. Sumit Agrawal, National Editor – Tr. Vimal S Baid, and wife of Tr. Jayant Agrawal, Cr. Aarti Bherech.
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Half Yearly Meet 2022Morocco
A physical full-fledged RTI Meeting took place after 2 years. It was a long-awaited event. All the regions of Round Table were represented. It was a 4 nights & 5 days event packed with meetings and fellowships.
We had the Councilor’s Meeting, The HYM Meeting and the ASPA Region Meeting during the HYM. Another historic event for RTNepal, as we bid for the Half Yearly Meeting (HYM) 2024, we were the sole bidder and still had to go through the voting process and we were awarded with a full majority. Thanks to the support of the whole world of Tabling, Shangri-La Nepal 2024 is now a reality.
The HYM representation of Nepal were RTI VP, Jayant Agrawal, Cr. Aarti Bhrech, Tr. Rahul Agrawal, VP, RTN and Tr. Vimal S Baid, National Editor, RTN.
ASPA Star to Anand Bahety Saurabh Kedia(IPP/IRO) elected as the incoming ASPA Chairman ASPA Fellowship Club of the Year Award given to KURT17
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I did meet lots of old friends whom I had met on previous trips and a few who has come to Nepal for the RTI World Meet in 2016.
I would
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As I was going towards the hotel, lots of Tablers greeted me as I was wearing the Round Table T-shirt. The best part is that people don’t care if they are meeting you for the first time; they treat you like a brother or an old friend whom they have known for ages. It’s an amazing feeling of brotherhood.
I went there alone, but I never felt I lonely as there were people around who ensured I did not feel out of place. It was an amazing time spent in the company of some excellent people from the fraternity, with mouth-watering food and beautiful locations to enjoy and immerse yourself in.
Tr. Akash Golchha
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Going to the German AGM was a great experience. After 2 years of covid and very less international travel for Tabling, I was very happy to visit Germany and be a part of International Tabling. This was my second time in a German AGM, the previous one was in 2015 in Aachen, Germany. This time AGM was in Heidelberg. It’s a beautiful city (one of the few cities which was not damaged during World War 2).
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• Consistent Investments
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Investing as soon as you start earning gives you an edge because you let the compounding start early, which results in much higher profits later. In case you’ve missed the train, no worries, it’s never too late to start.
Your wealth will not create more wealth just by itself; you must put in the hard work. Part of the hard work is to keep track of your investments. An excellent way to start would be to keep a spreadsheet that has all your investments listed with their performance. This way, you can identify the underperformers and probably switch them.
Ultimately, we must understand that returns are always tied up with risks. Generally, the higher the risks, the higher the returns, and vice versa. A savvy investor will always try to minimize risks to achieve fair returns. Abnormal returns can sustain for a short period of time during volatility, and more often than not, greed takes over and results in net losses in the longer term. Hence, financial discipline is a skill every financially active person should strive to have. Financial discipline is the path to achieving financial freedom and stability.
• Reinvestments & the Power of Compounding
• Clearly Defined Objectives
It becomes essential to follow financial news and industryspecific news. Government policies, geo-political developments, resource availability, etc. will all impact the performance of your assets. Keeping track of news that might impact your portfolio’s performance is always better.
Periodic investments in any asset will shield you from price spikes and help you achieve average cost prices over time. Rather than investing Rs. 1 million once, investing smaller amounts monthly or quarterly is always advisable. This tip will help inculcate the habit of disciplined investment. Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) are one of the best examples of this investment style.
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We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t keep all your eggs in one basket.” When investing, one should never forget to manage risks and avert financial losses in volatile markets. While investing, one will encounter periods when markets may behave abnormally due to any factor (internal or external). During these times, diversification will help manage risks and preferably achieve higher returns.
• Diversification is Paramount
Reading books related to valuations and behavioral finance will also help solidify investment discipline in you, which will definitely result in higher returns over the long term.
• Track Investment Regularly
• Avoid Rumours & Herd Mentality
Investments will provide regular cash inflows in the form of dividends. It is always advisable not to spend all of it; reinvesting the same will result in compounding kicking in. And as Albert Einstein famously said, “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it earns it; he who doesn’t pays it”.
There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch.” Remember this, and try to question everything that you hear. Most investors lose wealth following the herd and following rumors. During bull markets, there is lots of noise going around, and investors looking to make quick money generally fall for bad companies which bleed money. Therefore, always ask these questions to yourself before you follow any rumors - Why am I getting this news? What is in it for him? Does this investment fall under my investment objectives?
• Educate Yourself
For every decision we make in life, we make many conscious and unconscious decisions. For example, when shopping for clothes, our decision-making process considers the seasons, the temperature, our color preferences, etc. Investing should also be treated similarly, if not more thoroughly. We need to constantly ask ourselves, “Why am I investing?”, “What am I doing this for?”. Answers to these questions will help you define your investment objectives.
• Start Investing Early
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Smart Investing
Investing is about mobilizing your income into assets to achieve higher returns. In the present context, with the proliferation of social media, we are exposed to numerous investment opportunities in assets that have never been heard of before. During these times, we need to assess each investment on its merit and attempt to match these investments with our financial goals.
Smart investing is making the right investment choices that meet your specific needs and help you achieve your future financial goals. Smart investing allows you to create an additional source of income, provides long-term financial stability, and helps create wealth over time. Here are a few ways you can become a smart investor.
Kumar Agrawal National LAPD Convener Round Table Nepal Member – Kathmandu Round Table -1 Executive Chairman ABC Securities Pvt. Ltd.
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Poddar, his leader Tr. Vineet Agrawal and team cannot be skipped a mention.
Team spirit is something I am taking back from this table. ZEAL, as their name is what this table has. Kudos!!
A 2nd prospects meet (Fellowship) was organized on 10th Nov 2022 at 1905, Kathmandu, where all prospects got an opportunity to meet Chairman and Extension Convener of tables in Kathmandu, and see what Round Table fellowship is all about. The idea was basically to meet and greet and a preselection platform was established.
Another glorious year for the RTN fraternity, where we go by the oath “To promote the extension of the association”. RTN has grown this year by almost 23% in its total active member tally. The theme for me this year was “Revival is Survival” and we have been able to achieve that by reviving a few tables who were dormant due to low member count or retirement of
New Tables – 28 Members
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Team spirit is something I am taking back from this table. ZEAL, as their name is what this table has. Kudos!!
Area 2 – 28 Inductions
Area 3 – 6 Inductions
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This year, over 101 new members were inducted all over Nepal. 73 new members were added to existing tables and 28 new members with 2 new tables.
Cheers to Tabling
With the MOMO app, we have been able to gather a lot of data with which we are now compiling individual tables average age and coordinating aging tables to discuss with them the scope of internal Wishingextension.Best growth for our fraternity and opportunity to serve the society.
Area 1 – 36 Inductions
by identifying tables who wanted to add new members to their tables. An exhaustive list was then created of prospects from across all tabling centers. First time ever, with suggestion and guidance of our President, a concept of “Prospects Meet” was introduced where prospects were brought together at RTN Secretariat on 6th October 2021, and they were formally briefed about what is the concept and idea of tabling. All prospects got an opportunity to meet and greet each other and it was a good session.
Area 4 – 3 Inductions
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As a result of these prospects meet, Highlight was Table No.7, where we inducted 17 new members this year, bringing the ever-active table back to its BFRT8,form. BPRT10 and BCRT15 have inducted on an average 5 Tablers each to continue their pace of tabling. It is a moment of pride for any post holder when there is exceptional work done during his tenure. The year was no less for me with KZRT22 introducing completely new centers at Nepalgunj and Janakpur. Charter at Nepalgunj had ASPA Chairman Tr. Aviral Jain grace the occasion and Charter at Janakpur was honored by RTI Vice President Tr. Jayant Agrawal. Extension convener Tr. Ashish
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Rising from the ashes of what was once Nepalgunj Round Table 9, KZRT22 has sponsored a new Table in Nepalgunj City, which will be known as Nepalgunj Phoenix Round Table.
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The event was a grand success and the newly formed Table is ready to bring more value and service to Round Table Nepal and to the whole RT Movement.
The new table in Nepalgunj is young, ambitious, and full of zeal to make a mark in the world of Tabling and to make a difference in the lives of countless children by serving as per the Round Table motto of Adopt, Adapt, Improve. On the 17th Day of September, 2021 at Hotel Siddharth View, Karkando, Nepalgunj, the new table was Inaugurated in the presence of National Board Members, RTN NEX Council Members, KZRT 22 team, OT’s of NRT-9 and other fellow
Ceremony of the table happened on 30th April 2022, which was graced by the presence of ASPA Chairman Aviral Jain from India, National Board and NEX Council Members of RTN, Members of KZRT22 and other Tables across Nepal. The Table will be called “Nepalgunj Phoenix Round Table 32” from this day onwards.
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Under the exceptional leadership skills of Charter Chairman Tr. Aashish Jhunjhunwala, JRT33, is ready to make their presence felt in the fraternity with a young, dynamic, and energetic team.
The Charter Ceremony of the table happened on 20th August 2022, which was graced by the presence of RTI VP, LMF Tr. Jayant Agrawal, RTN President, Tr. Anand Bahety with other National Board members, NEX Council members of RTN, KZRT22, and other Tablers across Nepal.
Janakpur Round Table was inaugurated on the 31st of May, 2022, in the presence of National Board Members, RTN NEX Council Members, the KZRT22 team, and other fellow Tablers.
Welcome to RTN, Janakpur !!!
KZRT22 has sponsored a new Table in the historical city of Janakpurdham, which will be known as Janakpur Round Table 33. JRT33 has made a grand entry into the fraternity by doing service projects of over ten lakhs, including an FTE Project, even before their charter. This is one achievement that not many tables in RTN can boast of.
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During the year, Table Boards supported LAPD facet by incorporating Public Speaking for their Tablers during Business Meetings. Few tables in fact took it a step forward, by incorporating Public Speaking by their children during Fellowships and Socials.
Multiple LAPD Sessions in Business Meetings
• Tr. Nitesh Kumar Agrawal
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Nepal Tablers attended NLC in Varanasi, India
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NLC (National Leadership Conclave) in Dhulikhel
Moving forward, APT has to be conducted for new inductees and for Tablers who haven’t yet attended the same. Apart from this, we have realized a lot of potential Tablers in RT Nepal who given the opportunity can facilitate LAPD sessions. We need to plan for Train The Trainer program in RT Nepal itself to foster and polish such talents. Short LAPD session covering specific soft skills such as Time Communications,Management,
Leadership should be conducted within the Finally,Tables.we would like to thank our biggest find and our star facilitator, Tr. Vimal for facilitating numerous LAPD session this year and his commitment towards making those sessions worthwhile.
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We would like to thank National President Tr. Anand Bahety & the National Board for their unwavering support towards LAPD this year. We were able to develop and further refine the “A Proud Tabler” (APT) module and conduct APT sessions areawise in Areas 1, 2 & 3. Apart from this, APT sessions were also conducted specifically to Tables being inaugurated and chartered. National Leadership Conclave (NLC), Table Executive Training (TExT) & National Executive Training (NExT), being annual LAPD programs, were conducted with the help of facilitators from RT India & RT Nepal. Our focus has been on identifying, developing and training facilitators within RT Nepal so that we can conduct these LAPD programs by ourselves. RT India has been very supportive of this and three Tablers from RT Nepal attended the Train The Trainer (TTT) program of RT India at Coimbatore & two Tablers from RT Nepal attended the National Leadership Conclave (NLC) of RT India at Varanasi.
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APT (A Proud Tabler) Module in all areas
New TTT certified Trainers
TExT & NExT in Pokhara - Envisage
The event was organized by KURT17 and KRRT23 with Tr. Prakash Rungta, Tr. Anish Shakya, Tr. Sumit Mittal and Tr. Siddartha Jajodia as conveners.
We had expert facilitators RTN Ht. Sq. Leg. Narendra Agrawal and GLMF Tr. Swaraj Lahoti traveling from India and RTN National Editor Tr. Vimal Baid as the facilitator for the event.
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National Leadership Conclave “IGNITE” was organized on 17/12/21 with 36 participants from Round Table Nepal and Ladies Circle Nepal. This event aims to prepare Tablers to take on additional National Responsibilities while also ensuring the participants’ entire Personality Development.
The event saw great energy and participation from all, with great teambuilding games, sessions on leadership and personal skills development, and a whole lot of bonding with each other.
Glmf Tr. Swaraj Lahoty Where Are You?
A mere thank you will never suffice RTN, With my immense admiration, gratitude and lots of love,
When you are excited to visit a country you have never visited before, When someone is tracking your arrival eagerly, and greets you at the airport with warm hug and smile, When you enter an unknown house and it suddenly feels like home, When a child greets you with an invite to a nerf gun duel, When someone you have never met in your life feeds you hot home cooked food, When you visit a party and people you haven’t met you are waiting to welcome you, When they share their stories with you and, make you feel like you are connected to their lives, When you are respected and honored with sincerity, and the very next moment someone pulls your leg in friendly banter, When you wake up 15 friends at 2am in a hotel to sing them Christmas carols, When a someone you meet two days ago says they will miss the time spent together and invites you back soon, When you create bonds that you know in your heart shall last a lifetime, When you find peace gazing at the mighty Himalayas from your aircraft window, and promise yourself to go back soon, When all this and so much more happens, know without doubt that you are in company of friends from Round Table Nepal !
Your friend for life from RT India.
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Yours truly, Glmf Tr. Swaraj Lahoty
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The National LAPD Team and KRT1 organized Table Executive Training & National Executive Training on 3rd and 4th June, 2022. The Facilitators of the event were Sq. Leg Abhishek Agrawal (RT India); LMF Tr. Shankey Bansal (RT India) and Tr. Vimal Sidhhartha Baid (National Editor). The event had 35 participants.
Tr. Diwash Subedi-BPRT11, Tr. Prateek Mittal-BRT3 and Cr. Jyoti Tibrewala - KELC2 from Nepal attended the National Leadership Conclave (NLC) - (Taskh) organized by Round Table India in Varanasi from the 24th to the 27th of March. The program was a two-day fun-filled event in which Tablers and Circlers from all across India participated. The event emphasized leadership, personality development, team building, and other topics. Such gatherings inspire, rejuvenate, and aid in the development of tomorrow’s leaders.
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It was a great opportunity provided by RTIndia president Tr. Moriya Phillip to
developing better and stronger module of LAPD in Nepal, with our own inhouse trainers.
RTNepal, and we value the contribution Theimmensely.facilitators of the event were Sq. Leg. Narendra Agarwal, who is also a HT for RTNepal, and Tr. Shankey Bansal from Indore.
Train The Trainer (TTT) – Alchemy organized by Round Table India in Coimbatore saw the participation of Tablers and Circler from Nepal. Tr. Anand Bahety National President, Tr. Govind Ghiraiya – National Secretary & Tr. Nitesh Agrawal – LAPD Convener participated along with Cr. Dr. - Kopila Agrawal, President of Ladies Circle Nepal. This event will go a long way in
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Leadership lessons from the Himalayas
Someone once asked me on one of my travels, “Which do you prefer over the other?” mountains or beaches? The mountains have always been my home, so to speak. The feeling of the brisk wind on my face as I lean proudly over the edge of a cliff is what I love most. Mountains that are isolated and where nature has not been tampered with by modern civilization are my favorite.
landscapes. I’ve learned that these lessons are also in line with what one needs to succeed in leadership qualities. I’m going to share some of the most significant things that the mountains have taught me.
In life, simplicity is the key. Being in the Himalayas with breathtakingly gorgeous surroundings serves as a reminder of the power of nature and how unnecessarily we complicate our lives. Our best interests are served by neither pushing nor pulling but rather by learning to become one with the flow and giving every moment our best. This lesson is reinforced by the magnificent expanse of nature.
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-way!The destination is always shaped by the Peoplejourneyalways wonder, what is the point of going through obstacles and hardships just to arrive at the objective? But from the time that I have spent crossing the mountains, the one thing that I learned is that journey always comes before the destination. What I value most are the journeys I took to get there and the people I encountered. There is no way I could ever put a value on this or the lessons I have gained over the years through this adventure.
I have learned that developing as a leader is a lifelong process. As challenging as our journey to the Himalayas had been, the work would even get more challenging as we apply the fundamentals of effective leadership to our managerial responsibilities in the years to come.
Tr. Shankey Bansal RT India
I recently completed the Triund trek, and being there for a while, I concluded that, in addition to being exciting expeditions, these treks may teach you more about yourself and life in general than any classroom training can. I have gained a distinct lesson from every step I have taken on these excursions through the various
successful climb, I was reminded that having mental toughness is just as important as having physical strength when high-altitude trekking. I frequently experienced extreme exhaustion, gasped for air due to low oxygen levels in the air, and even a mild case of AMS on my trips (acute mountain sickness). The only reason I was able to finish the voyage was due to the mental incentive system I established along the route. Along your journey, you may encounter a variety of challenges, and only your mental toughness will help you overcome them. The mind has a lot of power and can help you do things you would never have imagined.
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Everything we enjoy nearby, including those lovely flowers, sparkling streams, gorgeous waterfalls, and massive snow-covered summits, is a blessing in the form of a gift from nature. Don’t ruthlessly destroy it! I’ve frequently equated a strenuous climb to life’s
- Adapting to the Nature
challenges: Both can be overcome with a lot of perseverance, polished abilities, and luck, of course. This adaptability is one of a few things that mountains have taught me from my visit to Ladakh that I’ve spent walking across unexplored terrain at high altitudes. And it was those same mountains that led me to one of the most important realizations of my life—a tremendous lesson that neither education nor anybody else could have ever taught me: Perhaps, adaptability to what comes on your
It was a great year as an IT convener given that it’s just been 1.5 years since I joined the Round Table Movement. This year was a transition year from the unstructured way of keeping data, to a new system where all the data are structured and kept in a systematic database.
I say this with the utmost pride, being the national privilege convener was one of the greatest opportunity i have received till now in all of my tabling years. The post allowed me to educate a lot of people about the amazing social work that our fraternity is achieving everyday and also allowed me to get the corporates affiliated with us to give us benefits for the fraternity. Some of the privileges attained this year are:
It & Momo Convener
Automobiles - TVS, Proton, Foton Pick-ups, Mahindra Pick-ups. Airlines - Turkish Airlines. Diagnostic labs - Central Diagnostics Lab, Khushi Labs, Alfa Care, SRL MedicalDiagnostics.outlet - Nep-Meds
This is a very big transition for data storage for round table Nepal. National Board had been working on this for a long time, figuring out and planning the protocols, structure, and processes. Tablers of Round Table Nepal helped us test the system in various phases and informed us about any bugs, which were then discussed with developers and solved.
Hotel/Resort - Fishtail Lodge, Jagatpur Lodge, Harrison Palace, Barahi Jungle Lodge, Sarangkot Mountain Lodge, Hotel Barahi, Aabas, Kabilas Funpark and RestaurantResort.-
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SalonFitness/GymDeevan.-Jasmine Fitness.
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Summer House, Byanjan, The Beach, House of Eggs. Apparels - Jeans West. Electronics - Digistore, Mi Phones, Urban Watch.
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We have been using multiple IT resources, like the website, which has been updated, the MS Resources, which are very useful to keep data archive of Round Table Nepal and Tables, Canva and other resources, which have helped us immensely in our branding initiatives as well. It’s a great initiative, and there is still a long way to go. Thank you, President Anand Bahety for giving me this opportunity to learn. Cheers to tabling.
In the Supply House, the main and most important support we can get is from floor Tablers, through this platform we would again like to request floor Tablers to come forward and support us as much as possible. As we talk about stats, we almost crossed the sale of 7 lakh this year.
We would like to thank National Board and Floor Tablers for supporting and making this year wonderful. We learned a lot from this post and made a lot of new friends this year.
Kumari Bank Ltd.
We are happy to share this year we have been able to get CSR support of Rs. 75L+ for our various projects.
NMB Bank Ltd.
Global Giving
As the Supply House conveners, our main goal at the start of the year was to clear old stocks and bring new products. We almost cleared the old stocks, and we launched a few products this year. Our National President Anand Bahety was our great support, he gave us a free hand to work and bring new products.
Rajesh Hardware
Some of our Major CSR Tie Ups:
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RTN has been regularly doing fundraisers to fuel its projects. This year the focus was on getting corporate Tie-ups with the CSR phenomenon gaining presence in the corporate world.
RMC SanimaGroupBank Ltd.
We would like to thank National Board and Floor Tablers for supporting and making this year wonderful.
Dear Tablers,
SUPPLY HOUSE CONVENER TR. DOKANIAAMISH TR.MITTALAMAN We are happy to share this year we have been able to get CSR support of Rs. 75L+ for ourprojects.various
Siddhartha Bank Ltd.
Global Bank Ltd.
Go Ford Pvt. Ltd.
Muktinath Bank Ltd.
General Insurance Co Ltd.
Nabil Bank Ltd.
A Donor from Dubai
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It gives us immense pleasure and pride to serve the Tabling fraternity as Members of the Rules & Legal Affairs Team. As a member of Legal Affairs, the respect that we have gained from the entire tabling fraternity is enough to keep us highly motivated to check the Financials of all Tables along with the Financials of Round Table Nepal and fulfilling all its Legal InitiallyRequirements.when we started the same we had never thought that where were we landing too, it all started with Drafting and Finalizing the Financial Statement of Round Table Nepal with a target to update our books of accounts and submit the same to the government authorities which we achieved after two years of hard work, later we worked for the renewal of Tax Exemption Certificate from the Income Tax Authorities which was in itself a challenge but with the support of the entire tabling fraternity we were able to have another feather to the Hats of RTN, In the Year 2019 we were renewed as a Tax Exempted Organization and we have renewing the same every year than onwards, Meanwhile during this year, we have tried to manage the Financial Statements of all tables under one accounting principle and format interestingly to our surprise we have seen a tremendous support from all the Tables who had agreed upon our Suggestions and have tried their best to present their financials in the most transparent way possible, Today after Four years being a part of this Committee we can proudly say that the Financials of Round Table Nepal and all its Tables are accurate and fair to all possible contexts and as we proudly say this is a zero overhead Organization .
It gives us immense pleasure and pride to serve the Tabling fraternity as Members of the Rules & Legal Affairs Team.
Hello, Tablers !!!
Rules and Legal Affairs Team Round Table Nepal 2021-22
Being a Mass Tour Convener, I met many Tablers while traveling and advertising some events that were planned for the year. It was a pleasant post to be handled. Many events were planned throughout the year but couldn’t be conducted because of the ongoing Covid situation. I am positive that many mass tours would happen once the times are good.
I am positive about more events in the coming future and being a part of those
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Highlights of my 2021-2022Tenure
Yours in 2021-2022Tabling,
It was a good experience working with and being supported from all the RTN members, especially Nat President Tr. Anand Bahety and Nat Secretary Tr. Govind Ghiraiya and also Area Coordinator Tr. Sajan Agarwal for pushing me for all the events that were supposed to happen.
It has been also used to host the 4th NEX of Round Table Nepal on 16th June 2017. We have rented out space to the Paint Association since 2017 to use for their own meetings, and since that time, the secretariat was able to generate funds for RTN. We also have a dedicated staff to handle the administrative tasks and day-to-day work of Round Table Nepal. All supply house things are centralized, and EAC records and past Table records are maintained. Memory book, which is suggested by RTN president Anand was a concept to keep all past records with pictures & small descriptions of major milestones of each Table.
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Towards Tomorrow
chic, and entertaining so that more members from RTN enjoy coming to the Secretariat. A few ideas could be to add a TT Table, Pool Table, and beverages to the secretariat.We can generate funds by renting out the space to more associations and businesses that require a board room.
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We should try to make use of the secretariat more often by conducting our Business Meetings, LAPD, TExT & NExT sessions, or any other small events of RTN & RTI. We should also invite Ladies Circle and 41 Club members to conduct their events here. We could also try to make the space more casual,
The Round Table Secretariat was inaugurated by RTI president Altaf Jeevunjee, Past President Amit Agarwal. On the 1st of September, 2016. Since that day, Round Table Nepal is one of the few associations worldwide that has its own office. Since then, the Secretariat has been used for multiple business meetings of RTN, prospects meet, works as an archive of Round Table Nepal, and a Hall of Fame of Round Table Nepal.
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