DISTRICT MONTHLY LETTER
Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan District Governor (2017-18)
of Monthly Information Letter Encouraging Service
Rtn. S. M. Balaji District Rotaract Committee Chair (2017-18)
Celebrating the 50th year of Rotaract
Rtr. B. Balachander District Rotaract Representative (2017-18)
This copy is provided to you for promoting the activities in our district. Hope that you’ll help us reaching new MILES.
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Rtr. S. Shaji James District Editor (2017-18)
MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Voice of the DRR “With pride as the DRR of the World’s Number 1 District with largest number of Rotaract Clubs, I take this Opportunity to thank the District Governor, DRCC and Youth Service Team for assuming me with the charge to lead the Rotaract in our District. I also extend my sincere gratitude to my Governor Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan for granting the permission to conduct the DRR and DG installation at the same venue for the first time. My special thanks to Rotaract Club of Anna University for having hosted the PETS & SETS and making it a remarkable one. I hereby wish all the newly installed Presidents and Secretaries of all clubs in the District for a Golden year ahead. You are Opportunistic to be the Leaders of Golden Jubilee Year; make it phenomenal by understanding the roles and responsibilities, taking the year forward. I greet all the Rotaract District Committee members who have shown their active support all throughout the first month. It’s bad to feel that we have already torn a month of days in the Rota Calendar Year 2017-18. We still have 11 months kept before us and that’s good. We have to make our greatness and might to be spoken by taking things move successful over the days to come. My special mention to Rtn. C. Baskar, the RI Director and the prestigious past president of my Parent Rotary Club for Conducting a wonderful Training Program specially for DRR and DRCC who have come over from various Districts. I request the Rotaract Leaders of RI District 3000 to extend your support and participation in all the activities during the upcoming days. Together we can make the difference with all energy and enthusiasm to go the extra mile serving for the society and make ourselves prepared for the Global Opportunity to Lead.” Regards, Rtr. B. Balachander DRR (2017-18) +91 96263 51115 rtrbalachander@gmail.com
From Editor’s Desk “Well begun in half done! Yes.. the Golden Year has obtained a Golden start. Happy to hear that our MILES has earned much of welcome all over the District. MILES has proven it's purpose because the acknowledgement we receive from all sides encourages us to do more. We have added few new features in this issue. Your feedback helps us to go better in the further issues. So, feel free to write to us. From my role as an Editor, I know that it's all about creating new exposure. I look forward to work on this, enjoy the process and earn the deserved output. Explore..! Experience..! Excel..!”
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 The Rise of New Generation in Rotary PDG Rtn. Rajadurai G. Michael District Advisor – Public Image 2017-18 I am immensely pleased to write this message for the District Rotaract Newsletter “MILES”, which is being published with passion. My special greetings and wishes to all those who are involved in the publication of the same, particularly to the Rotaract District Organization of Rotary International District 3000. It is my special privilege to convey my deep sense of appreciations to the Institutional based and Community based Rotaract Clubs for their excellent work. This year is very special to the Rotaract movement, as they are in the Golden Jubilee year. The journey so far has been studded with outstanding achievements by the Rotaractors and their respective Rotary Clubs which does not stop here, but continues to sparkle the Rotary Horizon and the Community around with much promise for the future as well. I am glad to state that Rotary International has always promoted the cause of the development of the New Generations, who are normally referred to as the Youth in its activities and programs. In fact a considerable amount of energy and resources are dedicated towards the Interact and Rotaract, who fall under the category of New Generations by the Rotary Clubs world over in accordance with the ideals of Rotary International. The enthusiasm and energy that the Rotaract Clubs brings into the Rotary World is significantly observed and appreciated. It is very heartening to witness Young Rotaractors assuming leadership positions and carrying out marvelous tasks for the communities which are in need. The enriched Rotaractors are adding much value to their lives and are emerging as forces to be reckoned with, in their surroundings. The Rotaractors are often looked upon as change agents, since they can reach out to many areas with a variety of service projects with ease due to their spread across all regions and segments. This is a very positive aspect of their functioning which has to be seen in action for the real feel of it. The Rise of the New Generations can never be very crucial than this period of time in history, when the youth population across the countries are swelling in numbers. What is important now is to make this advantage to count. The need and necessity for humanitarian projects are also proportionately increasing in complexities and size, coupled with the influence of globalized lifestyle. This scenario gives the New Generations a perfect launch pad to grow from strength to strength to make a significant impact in the community.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 The mantra for creating an impact is certainly to ‘Make A Difference’, a concept which is very close to the Rotary International Presidential theme for the year 2017-2018. I believe that the Rotaractors will seize the opportunity to make their Rotaract Clubs vibrant as ever to contribute to the cause of Making a Difference through their innovative thinking, positive attitude, friendship, team work, networking and apart from all an exemplary life. When all these factors are being taken into account appropriate to their situation, then I have no hesitation to state that the rise of the New Generations will usher a new era of silver lining in the wide and spectacular frontiers of Rotary, which will eventually empower the humanity. I would like to close this message with a quote of John F. Kennedy “One Person can make a difference, and everyone should try”.
Rotaract South Asia Greets the No. 1 District Rtr. Jimry Henry President – RSAMDIO 2017-18 "Dear Beloved Rotaractors of RI District 3000 Warm Rotaract Greeting!!! I am extremely glad in penning down few words in this marvelous edition. It’s been great joy getting connected with you all for very long years in Rotaract movement. DRR. Balachander the man of humble who has great passion to maintain the legacy what his predecessors has made up. Wow really your district has got the amazing series of records joining hands with Rotary and has one of maximum number of Rotaract clubs in South Asia. On behalf of RSAMDIO, we wish the entire body of 3000 a great Golden year where you all set up with amazing plans for the Rotary year 2017-18. “Confidence is the base of all achievements at every level. It develops the roots of success and nourishes our personality to deal with every personal and professional goals of our life.” With the same confidence and no doubt, as a family of Rotaractors sure you all together will bring a massive success to RI District 3000. As RI president says let's succeed in making a difference in every opportunity that we get in this rotary year. As president of RSAMDIO I would like to assure you all that we as a team is always available and will communicate in best possible ways for the betterment of Rotaract movement. "I do not know the word ‘quit.’ Either I never did, or I have abolished it." Keep marching the way to success. Let us take up the inventiveness to be a motivation to the nation.” Contact: +91 75981 19483
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 The Fortunate Leaders Rtn. I. Jerald District Director – Fund Raising 2017-18 “My dear loving Rotary in Action Leaders, Pleasant Greetings, At the outset, I extend my Heartiest Congratulations to You all for being one among the 1.2 million proud members of this Glorious movement, who cause the change in the life of many youths. Especially, you are fortunate enough to be the part of Rotaract on its Golden Jubilee year. Recently, I had a fortune of being the chief guest for the Installation function of RC Jamal Md. College Asia's largest club, I was taken aback on seeing the way the Installation function was conducted. Meticulously planned, very well executed and involved more Rotaractors, seen the leadership qualities. The same way the PETS & SETS at Anna University was conducted and that too for two days, I was really wondering whether these meeting are conducted by the students or by the professionals??? Absolutely amazing! Keep Rocking guys. Congratulations to the Golden team Leader Bala, DRR and the Chairman cum District Bulletin Editor Shaji. I see a great leader in you. As said in my address, I once again reiterate that this opportunity given to you to take the mantle is for only one year and please understand that not all are given this fortune. So, make use of this to improve your talents, personality development, leadership qualities etc. to serve by educating your fellow student community by guiding them to be mission oriented, self-disciplined and to be a responsible citizens of our country. Also, get aligned with your parent Rotary clubs by talking to the President of Your parent Rotary Club for jointly doing Rotary District Projects. My Heartiest Congratulations and wishes to Golden DRR Bala and Editor Shaji for a nice and professionally designed bulletin. All the Very Best.”
Sharing Thoughts on MILES Compliments, Shaji. I’m very happy. Is this the first time Rotaract in our District brings DML? I love the name – MILES. I’m sure that Rotaractors shall go MILES to Make the Difference. Blessings! - Rtn. R. Panchanadhan District Chairman – RI Theme & RI Priorities
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Golden Team Installation Date: July 9, 2017 Venue: Prem Mahal, Karur The 27th Installation Ceremony of Rotaract District Organization 3000 was conducted in a very grand manner. Rtr. A. Marimuthu signed off and Rtr. B. Balachander took his charge as the DRR of the Rotaract District Organization 3000. Iragugal Team is replaced by Golden Team. Breaking out all the Barriers, a Golden Opportunity has been set to take the LeaD. The Official Installation of the Rotaract District Cabinet is witnessed by District Governor Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan, DRCC Rtn. S.M. Balaji and the Youth Service Team of Rotary International District 3000.
Sharing Thoughts on MILES Gold ahead Go ahead. Gold is Golden by your craft. Hashtag, themes etc. make it Gem-studded Gold Jewel. Congrats! - Rtn. R. Raja Govindasamy District Secretary – Programs & Projects
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Releasing the E-Directory The masterwork done to release the Directory is a result of the tremendous efforts over the past couple of months. Releasing the Rotaract Directory right in the beginning of the year collecting the maximum data is a tedious process but we made it possible with the fullest efforts as a team. The first copy of the Directory is received by our District Governor Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan, DRCC Rtn. S.M. Balaji and the Youth Service Team.
Release of Rotaract Prayer – Digital Version The Digital Version of Rotaract Prayer is another piece of innovation that our District has produced this year. The purpose of this Audio Video Version is to keep things simple and to avoid hurry at the final second of the meetings. The prayer was composed in the form of a song by Mr. Shibhi. The official release is done by District Governor Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan during the District Installation.
The prayer is composed in English Version. We have made it as a practice to play the Video of the Prayer in every meetings of our District. We also started to promote our work of innovation by circulating the Video to Rotaract all over the world. This will serve as another benchmark for a Global Opportunity to LeaD. The video is also made available in YouTube.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Release of Rotaract New Member Orientation Documentary Video Having clubs with only few numbers short of 300, it's not always possible to conduct Rotaract Orientation separarely for the new members of each clubs. So, we worked on it and produced a Rotaract New Members Orientation Short Film. This video version goes a long way to help and promote Rotaract. DRR Rtr. B. Balachander handed the first copy of the Orientation Documentary Video to the District Governor Rtn. P. Gopalakrishnan and DRCC Rtn. S.M. Balaji.
Release of ARAM – Special Project ARAM - the dream project of the year with a motive to produce a major contribution towards The Rotary Foundation (TRF) from Rotaract in our District. This is a Mega Fund Raising Slogan Contest sketched in a way that it'll be beneficial to all sides. Many Rotarians and Rotaractors showed their interest in purchasing the ARAM ticket. Hope to get the fullest support from all to make this project go successful.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 PETS & SETS ‘17 - வையத் தவைவை க ொள் Date: July 23 & 24, 2017 Host: Rotaract Club of Anna University Venue: Anna University, Trichy The Most Mandatory Training program for the Presidents and Secretaries – PETS & SETS (President Elect and Secretary Elect Training Seminar) was a challenging success. We had a Maximum strength of Rotaract Leaders for the event brightening the vision of a Golden Year. The event was blessed with the presence of Rtn. I. Jerald (District Director – Fund Raising), Rtn. J. Rajendran (District Director – Admin), Rtn. J. Karthik (District Chairman – Pre PETS & SETS), Rtn. C. Chinnadurai (Assistant Governor), Rtn. M. Sorna Ganesh (President – RC of Tiruchirapalli Fort), Rtn. S.P. Annamalai (Secretary – Rotary Club of Tiruchirapalli Fort) and a number of Rotarians.
The Training was conducted for two days with a pleasant stay at Anna University Hostel and Delicious food. The event was well coordinated by the PETS & SETS Chairman Rtr. S. Shaji James, PETS & SETS Secretary Rtr. Syed Imthiyaas and the energetic host team of Rotaract Club of Anna University. DRR Rtr. B. Balachander was very much concerned in bringing the best input to the Leaders of his year. The Pilot Faculty Rtn. P. Baskaran was instrumental in motivating and encouraging the Participants all throughout the event. The galaxy of Trainers – PDG Rtn. Rajagurai G. Michael, PDRR Rajagopal, PDRR Dinakaran, PDRR. Muthukumar, Rtn. Meena, PDRR. Rtn. Jayaprakash, Rtn. Abdul Kareem Sakkla, Rtn. Sareesh Agarwal, Rtn. Prof. Hermon Carduz, Rtn. Allirani Balaji, Rtn. T. Saravanaraj and DRCC Rtn. S.M. Balaji trained the Participants on different areas for them to Take the Lead.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Spoorthy – DRCC & DRR Orientation Meeting Date: July 29 & 30, 2017 Host: RI District 3150 Venue: Radisson Hyderabad Hitec City Spoorthy is an Orientation Seminar Conducted Zones 4, 5, 6A. The event was organized by RI Director Rtn. C. Baskar, the pride of RI District 3000. DRR Rtr. B. Balachander and DRCC Rtn. S.M. Balaji took part in this Orientation Seminar. PDG. Rtn. S. Rajendran, Assistant Rotary Coordinator of RI District 3000 also represented the event as a Trainer.
The event went a long way to extend our relationship between Districts and to develop fellowship which will help us to do projects connecting Districts. This is a major landmark for creating the Global Opportunity to LeaD. Contact: +91 75981 19483
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Zonal Meet – Trichy Zone Date: July 30, 2017 Venue: Jamal Mohamed College, Trichy The Zonal meet of Zone 2 – Trichy was hosted by Rotaract Club of Jamal Mohamed College. This event was set as a platform to lay the foundation for bringing the Zone to heights. The event was witnessed by Rtn. Allirani Balaji of Youth Service Team. The Presidents, Secretaries and Staff Coordinators of various clubs and the District Officers took part in the Meeting.
Sharing Thoughts on MILES MILES to go Shaji. Happy to acknowledge the great start of the year. All the best to the Golden Team for the Golden Endeavour. My personal wishes to you. - Rtr. Purusothaman District Chairman – District Events RI Dist. 3201
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Zonal Meet – Madurai Zone Date: July 30, 2017 Host: Rotaract Club of Madurai North The Zonal meet of Zone 3 – Madurai was conducted with a purpose of discussing about the projects and events that are to be conducted during this year. This also served as a basic planning meeting for the District Assembly. The Presidents and Secretaries of various clubs took their part in the meeting and a general orientation was conducted for them. We also discussed about the progress of each clubs and details regarding the installations. The clubs are instructed to work in coordination with the District Officers that may help them go better.
Free Hand Drawing Competition Date: July 29, 2017 Host: Rotaract Club of Karur Newgen Venue: Prem Mahal, Karur Rotaract Club of Karur Newgen in association with ARR Rhythm Foundation hosted the District Level Free Hand Drawing Competition for the academic year 2017-18. Many College students and Rotaractors from various parts of the District participated in this event. Prizes were distributed to encourage the young generation.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 What’s Next? Date: July 11,2017 Host: Rotaract Club of Anna University Venue: Government Higher Secondary School, Mandaiyur Rotaract Club of Anna University, Trichy conducted Career Guidance Program for +2 Students of Govt. Hr. Sec. School, Mandaiyur. The students are guided to shape the career and they are explained about the different kinds Opportunities available for them after completing the schoolings.
Keen to Clean Date: July 25, 2017 Host: Rotaract Club of Mount Zion College Venue: Seasonal Lake (Aadhal Kanmaai), Karaikudi The volunteers of Rotaract Club of Mount Zion College of Engineering and Technology came forward to clean the Seasonal Lake (Aadhal Kanmaai) near Karaikudi. All the plastics and nondegradable wastes in and around the lake are collected and disposed safely. This project was done with a purpose to help the Agricultural people who depend on this lake for their life.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Club Installations:
Cauvery College, Trichy
Anna University, Trichy
Jenney’s Academy, Trichy
Mount Zion, Pudukkottai
NSN College, Karur
JMC (Women), Trichy
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 …
Madurai North
Templeton, Madurai
JMC (Men), Trichy
SN College, Madurai
Servite College of B.Ed, Karur
SACS MAVMM, Madurai
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 ‌
NMS Sermathai Vasan College
Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College
Thiagarajar College (Engineering)
Karur Velalar
Sourashtra College
Karur
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Rotary - Rotaract Relationship
DRR Rtr. B. Balachander and few other Rotaractors attended the installation ceremony of Rotary Club of Karur.
District Editor Rtr. S. Shaji James and few other Rotaractors attended the Guesst session on GST arranged by Rotary Club of Tiruchirappalli.
DRR Rtr. B. Balachander and few other Rotaractors attended the installation ceremony of Rotary Club of Karur Angels.
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MILES OF AUGUST 2017 Announcements: My Club On Net All Clubs are requested to register their club data and upload the members detail on the Web Application – “My Club On Net”. Download the app on Android PlayStore or iOS AppStore or just visit the webpage www.myclubonnet.com. Payment of DAF Special Recognition Award for all clubs who pay the DAF before August 12, 2017. Contact the District Officials for further details.
AUGUST – Membership Development and Extension Month Designated Days: August 12 – International Youth Day August 15 – Independence Day
Dates to Note: August 13, 2017 (Sunday) District Assembly Host: Rotaract Club of Madurai North & Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College - Regular Venue: Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai
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