RCBK Horizon

September - November 2021

HORIZON

Official Newsletter of Rotary Club of Bombay Kandivli

Rotary Club of Bombay Kandivli

Rotary Club of Bombay Kandivli District 3141

In 1976 the Rotary International Board of Directors took the initiative, to create one sentence definition of Rotary, and after numerous drafts, the definition accepted was: "Rotary is an organization of business and professional person united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world.”

Those 31 words are worth remembering when someone asks, "What is a Rotary club?”

SHARE THE GIFT OF ROTARY

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Each of us was given an extraordinary gift when we were proposed for membership in Rotary.

Lets all pass on this gift.

Each One Bring One.

CONTENTS President

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Editor

Rtn Dr. Mamta Jain 

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Secretary

Rtn Dr. Sadhana Edvankar 

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Rtn Rameshchandra ROTARY CLUB OF BOMBAY KANDIVLI DISTRICT 3141

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President’s Note

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From Secretary’s Desk

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Down the RCBK Memory Lane

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Happy Moments

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From Editor’s Desk

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Blood Donation Camp

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RCBK Medical Clinic: Buzzes Back to Life

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Diwali: Sharing the Joy

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Old Age Home Visit

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Rotary Poem: Rotary Way of Life

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Educational Initiatives

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Gift of Sight

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Defeat Diabetes

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RCBK in Action

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RCBK Pay Tributes to Indian Soldiers [Feature Article]

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Organ Donation Awareness

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RCBK Board of Directors

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From the

President’s Desk Season’s Greetings!!!

We had some relief from the pandemic and hence the festive period of September to November was full of activity. Thankfully, we never faced the 3rd wave, despite the festive season and one can attribute it to the large-scale vaccination, which is yet to reach the desired levels. We pray that there is no other wave and life gets back to normal soon. Low levels of Covid and some relaxations, also helped our club to conduct various outdoor activities.

All our club meetings have been Offline since August and it was heartening to meet many members after a long time. There were many programmes conducted during this period by our Director’s and the most significant one was the addition of 16 new members at special event at the hands of DG and senior District officials. This is in line with RI President’s and our DG’s thrust and priority.

Kudos to Director Membership, Rtn. Swatantra Kumar and all the other members who referred new members and spent so much time with every new prospective member.

We conducted many more programmes and few of them are stated below:• •

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National Virtual Conference on Space Science and Technology with more than 600 participants.

Six Webinars for students and teachers in association with MPower (Aditya Birla Foundation) and Kotak Education fund, aimed at providing jobs and awareness.

Visited Old age homes at Uthan and Aksa and provided food and fruits.

Conducted Medical check up for the Police Personnel at Borivali.

Diabetic check at Prasad Chikitsa at Ganeshpuri.

Revived our Medical Centre at SGNP. Distributed sarees to the underprivileged at Dongaste Village.

Blood donations at Western Edge and Borivali station and collected more than 200 units.

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Very successful TRF meet in the presence of Chief Coordinator – Rtn. Kamlesh Kharande, where we honoured all the TRF contributors of last 20 years.

Referred 2 free Cataract operation and one Paediatric surgery.

Our members have been missing Fellowship programmes and hence with the improved conditions, we had an excellent Picnic at Gorai and Diwali Night with a Fashion Show by members, having an attendance of almost fifty members and their families. It was a great bonding event, particularly between old and new members.

We also had few of our members attend club meetings of other Rotary Club as ambassadors of our Club. Our PP Deepa Goenka attended the meeting of RC of London and Rtn.Swatantra Kumar attended at meeting of RC of Ranchi.

Our PP Raj Verma was honoured with Jharkhand Vibhuti Samman at the hand of Ex-Chief Minister, Mr. Babulal Marandi for his contribution to enrich Jharkhand and India with his specialised skills. We congratulate PP Raj Verma for this recognition and wish him many more.

With the improving situation, we plan to enhance our activities with many more projects and wish the BODs and all the members all the very best.

Yours in Rotary,

Rtn. SB Prasad Club President 2021-22 RCBK-Dream 2 Serve More

From the

Secretary’s Desk Gratitude! Gratitude! Gratitude!

I am grateful for being able to eat when I am hungry and drink when I am thirsty.

I am grateful that when I am tired, I have a comfortable, private, mostly safe place to sleep.

I am grateful that when I am hot or cold, I have a heater or AC and clean blankets and clothes to wear according to my comfort I am grateful that when I need a shower, I have running water, towels, soap, and all I need to be clean

Rtn. Dr. Sadhana Edvankar Hon.Club Secretary

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Gratitude is the Best Attitude

I am grateful that when I am restless or bored, I have a huge selection of things to keep me interested....

So many more reasons that my family and I have all that we need. I am thankful to the Almighty for all that he has given me.

An astute Industry veteran with a rich experience of 25 years in the Apparel & Fashion Industry. An LLB & Doctorate in Business Management. Certified Corporate Director (IOD-Mumbai).

President 2016-18 at International Women's Federation of Commerce & Industry and currently on the Board of Directors.

Co-Founder of Soch Sayani, a social group of citizens of Thakur Village, which acts as a proactive Catalyst to bring positive changes in the Social, Civic & Environmental Domain.

A Certified Reiki Healer, Numerologist also teaching Spiritual Breath Meditation since the last 12 years, touching lives of many people, guiding & helping them help themselves

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Dream to be the Change Let's do more!!

In the warp & weft of my life, an important thread is Rotary.

I actually discovered Rotary a little late and since then, it has been among the best aspects.

As Rotarians we have a unique opportunity to improve lives among communities. We are professionals from various backgrounds who share a common goal of service above self.

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Down the RCBK Memory Lane.

My journey with Rotary has been very exciting. Right from the Day, I first carried the RCBK Club Flag to Taiwan, for exchange with Rotary Club of Taipei or attended the Rotary District Conference 2017-18 on the Royal Caribbean Cruise which was organised by Rotary Club of Bangalore, where I got an opportunity to meet the Rotary International President 2017-18 Rtn. Ian Riseley, or even, the Organ Donation Car Rally to Igatpuri it always felt like Rotary is a big extended family.

B a c k h o m e , i t ’s b e e n a v e r y Successful, Motivational & an Inspiring Vision year being the Director Youth Service 2020-21.

Being with the Youth guiding and motivating them, mentoring them, interacting with them is what I always love to do. It was Indeed a fruitful year full of excitement and energy.

IN ROTARY

As we commence the new Rotary Year, being the Hon. Club Secretary of Rotary Club of Bombay Kandivli, I have a huge responsibility to help our club run smoothly and effectively, monitor club trends to help identify strengths and areas for improvement. My plans and line of action will play a vital role and I strongly believe, together with our Dream Team, we will be a great support to the community in every possible way considering safety of people at large. We shall strive to develop meaningful projects & touch as many lives as possible.

I am humbled to serve as I aim to become a better Rotarian with each passing day.

Let us all honour the ideas of Rotary, one page at a time...

Yours in Rotary,

Rtn.Dr. Sadhana Edvankar Club Secretary 2021-22 RCBK-Dream 2 Serve More

HAPPY

Moments

From the

Editor’s Desk

Shine On! My experience with Rotary started last year during Covid times, and first in person interaction was during the Diwali party, which was a fellowship at its best, probably seeds of some great friendships to be formed were sowed, and it will surely become into a fruitful tree of friendship with very strong roots committed to collective goodness. I am sure this is the exact thought which my fellow new members will have.

Due to a family emergency, I could not be the part of the first Horizon edition, which was beautifully executed by my fellow team members, for which I am so thankful.

The year began with uncertainty, confusion, and ambiguity of the future is slowly clearing and its dark clouds to reveal in us a sense of gratitude and boundless love and appreciation for those who have gotten us through it all. These challenging times from last year have taught all of us one thing, that our actions big or small have a global impact.

Festivals always fascinated me from childhood, and festivities, smiles, happiness across the spectrum of societies always exudes positivity. In this connected world, how can any celebration or joy be complete without sharing. RCBK shared joy, sweets, time, health, blood, and a pledge for organs with the community.

The need for compassionate people has never been greater than now, and all our actions big or small, be it by monetary, man-hours, or ideas together we all can and will make a difference – Towards a better world for our children.

So let’s all Shine on with Collective Goodness.

Yours in Rotary, Rtn.Dr. Mamta Jain Director Public Image 2021-22 RCBK-Dream 2 Serve More

Donate Blood

HELP SAVE LIVES

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Before the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the blood requirement of Mumbai was 1,000 units per day. The possibility of an outbreak of the third wave of Covid-19 is creating panic among Mumbaikars. Owing to the significant decrease in the number of blood donors during the lockdown, there is currently a huge shortage of blood in Mumbai.

Mumbai has had the lowest blood supply in recent times. there was a 60% drop in blood donation during the first wave of the Covid19 outbreak. Right now, there is a 25% shortage.

Tata Memorial Hospital, a pioneering establishment in cancer treatment issued an important appeal to organizations and housing societies to hold blood donation camps to fight shortage reported the Times of India.

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PP Jyoti Gandhi and Rtn Dr Mamta Jain with Rotaracts of Bombay Kandivli- Mohit Gupta,Tanvi Thakur, Atharva Jog, Kirtikka Agarwal, Gauri Karande.

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Rotary Club of Bombay Kandivali rises for a call from

Tata Memorial Hospital Rtn Prashant Mishra of RCBK led the initiative of mobilizing a very successful Blood Donation Drive at Western Edge II – a premium Corporate Complex in Borivali East and along with the RCBK team, volunteers from Rotaract Club of Bombay Kandivli, Western Edge II staff, and Tata Memorial Hospital staff.

Mr. Arun Kejriwal a 256 times platelet donor and a regular blood donor was not just motivating donors, was also helping in admin work, setting up of the camp logistics, helping donors to fill up the forms – A man so passionately committed to saving lives. RCBK is thankful and truly indebted to him for his selfless spirit – A truly Rotarian spirit.

After intense promotion through social media, WhatsApp group, posters communication of the camp, on 17th November, Monday morning, more than 200 enthusiastic donors, lined up for blood donation from morning 9. am and out of which after stringent medical check-ups, around 116 people donated blood which can save more than 300 lives.

BK in Action: President SB Prasad, Rtn Prashant Mishra, Rtn Kalpana Menon, Rtn Neeta Dodwad, Rtn Guru Dodwad, Rtn Anil Sharma

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ROTARY MEDICAL HEALTH CENTRE

BUZZES BACK TO LIFE AFTER 18 MONTHS Chinchapada, SNGP th

15 November 2021

Mumbai is a complex paradox.

Nowhere else in the world do 20 million people share a city with tribals or indigenous people living side-by-side with m o d e r n s k y s c ra p e r s a n d malls. No other city could boast of a fifth of its land being a dense green National Park.

It is surreal.

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Tribals living in the Chinchpada area in Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), were on a receiving end during the COVID-19 pandemic, due closure of the Rotary Medical Health Centre (Homeopathy) at Chinchpada.

Due to COVID-19 related guidelines, it was difficult to operate.

After 18 months, and efforts of RCBK highly committed members, like Rtn Ramesh Chandra, under the guidance of IPP Vermaji and ever-smiling Rotarian family of Dr. Nita, Rtn Guru and their equally committed would be Dr. Rituja, along with President SB Prasad, the medical center was started on 15 t h November 2021.

What better day to start the Medical Center again as it marked the birth anniversary of the great tribal leader and freedom fighter, Shri Birsa Munda. RCBK appointed Dr. Yadav, and the center would operate 2 days a month.

This clinic was a lifeline to the tribal villagers, and the joy on the face of villagers was palpable, as they attended the reopening ceremony along with their local leader Devendra Thakur, who is the Chairman of Birsa Munda Association. RCBK members and tribals enjoyed the celebrations by sharing joy and snacks.

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OLD AGE HOME VISIT Always Deeply Impacts Us 5th - 6th October Elders are a part of the society and RCBK members takes every opportunity to visit them and spend time with them. On 5th and 6th October RCBK visited 2 Old Age Homes - Vishramghar Old Age Home at Aksa, near Malad and Radhika Old age home in Uthan, 15 kms beyond Bhayandar. It was quite a touching experience. The institution picked most inmates from the streets and police stations who have no one to take care.

More than 100 elderlies benefitted and RCBK is evaluating a possibility of adopting some of them, also plans to get associated with many such old age homes.

President SB Prasad, IPP Jyoti Gandhi, Rtn Modiji, Secretary Sadhana along with others spend their time with Elders, distributed clothes, snacks.

Despite the problems they might have been facing, the smile on their faces is a motivation to all of us.

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ROTARY

Poem on

ROTARY WAY OF

Where there is darkness, Rotary shares light.

Where there is loneliness, Rotary shares love.

Where there is illiteracy, Rotary shares education.

Where there is ignorance, Rotary shares knowledge.

Where there are problems, Rotary shares solutions.

Where there is enmity, Rotary shares friendship.

Where there are unearthed talents, Rotary shares opportunities.

Where there are needs, Rotary shares new horizons of living.

Where there is a tear, Rotary shares smiles.

Where there is a distance, Rotary shares the miles.

Where there is pain, Rotary shares the agony.

Where there is gain, Rotary shares the joy.

Where there are achievers, Rotary shares the compliments.

Where there are failures, Rotary shares success supplements.

Where there are orphans, Rotary shares the family.

Where there are elders, Rotary shares time.

Where there is childhood, Rotary shares values of life.

Where there is youth, Rotary shares the ladder of leadership.

Where there is unemployment, Rotary shares career choices.

Where there is lack of awareness, Rotary shares vocational training.

Where there is despair, Rotary shares hope.

Where there is depression, Rotary shares inspiration.

Where there is weakness, Rotary shares strength.

When there is chaos, Rotary shares harmony.

Where there is illness, Rotary shares curing.

Where there are disabilities, Rotary share's ability.

Where there are contingencies, Rotary shares might.

Where there is poverty, Rotary shares ways to wealth.

Where there is nothing, Rotary shares something.

Where there is everything, Rotary sources it and shares it with those who have nothing.

This beautiful poem was written by Mrs. Jayanthi Raja Sreenivasan during the year 2007 when the theme was Rotary Shares. It was published in Rotary News too. Mrs. Jayanthi is wife of PDG Rtn V Raja Sreenivasan (District Governor RI Dist. 3230, 12-13)- published on Being Rotary Facebook page.

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Rotar Rtn Lalit Agarwal

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Director Citation and Awards

Board of D Rtn Prakash Pradhan Special Projects

Rtn Haren Gandhi Sergeant At Arms

Rtn Anil Sharma Treasurer

Rtn Sandhya Shetty Director Vocational

Rtn Neeta Dodwad Dir. Community Service Medical

Rtn Dharmesh Chauhan President Elecet

Rtn Swatantra Kumar

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Rtn Anuj Ajmera Director Fellowship

Rtn Deepa Goenka Club Advisor

Rtn Bandana Guha Director Youth Services

Rtn Aparna Garud Club Trainer

Rtn Raj Verma Advisor Medical

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Rtn Sadhana Edvankar Club Secretary

Directors Rtn Shailendra Mishra Dir. Comm. Service Non-Medical

Rtn Prashant Mishra Director Club Services

Rtn Jyoti Gandhi Immediate Past President

Rtn Afzal Khatri Director Polio Plus

Rtn GS Mehta Dir. Rotary Foundation Programs

Rtn Krishna Chaturvedi Club Mentor

Rtn Mahendra Modi

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Rtn Amit Gupta Director Rotary Foundation Support

Rtn Kalpana Menon Vice President

Rtn Tribhuvan Kapdi District Thrust Area - Environment

Rtn Naresh Garg Director International Services

Rtn Mamta Jain Director Public Image

DIWALI IS ABOUT SHARING JOY

Diwali is sometimes referred to as the “festival of lights”. The festival of lights brings a lot of excitement and thrill for everyone, everyone has a special way of celebrating this festival, so does RCBK members.

A Touch of Sweetne on Diwali Covid19 pandemic brought difficult times on many people due to loss of livelihood.

One such association is female junior artistes of TV and cinema world, and to earn their livelihood they initiated Diwali sweets- high quality and at economical prices. Rtn Sunil Chaurasia took the initiative of procuring the sweet boxes from this association for RCBK and thereby helping them.

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RCBK celebrates Diwali with Samata-Nagar Police Officers

Mumbai has always been kept safe by our Police Forces, all throughout COVID pandemic they were ensuring our safety and were working as first responders, ensuring that city kept running and is safe. But, for the officials of Mumbai Police, who safeguard the city, the entire city is their family. So, when everyone is celebrating, Police officers are on duty, keeping a strict vigil on roads to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

While we spend quality time with our family and friends on Diwali, police officers patrol the roads to ensure safety in the city.

RCBK, celebrated Diwali with Samata Nagar Police station distributing 100 Sweet boxes for their families. Our new Rotarian Mr Subhash Vele ex ACP facilitated the visit, Current ACP Mr Mohite and Station in charge Mr Hite welcomed RCBK team – President SB Prasad, Lalit, Anil, Shailendra, Sunilji, Kalpana, Modiji. It was a program conceived by Public Image team, headed by Dir PR, Dr Mamta Jain.

A medical camp for all the Police staff was identified as the need of the hour, was conceptualized to be executed in next couple of months.

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share festivities with a small village Dongaste in Vada

On the day of the festival of lights — Diwali — one prefers to celebrate with family and friends, but RCBK team led by Rtn. Kalpana, IPP Jyoti and Rtn. Modiji, decided to spend Diwali and spread joy with financially and socially deprived women of a small village Dongaste in Vada – Thane. Starting early morning after 3 hours' drive from home they reached the village and distributed 30 sarees and sweet boxes, in a programme conducted in association with Shri Krishna Upasana Centre.

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: Dongaste : Kudus : Vada : Thane : Maharashtra

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Villagers gathered to share the joy in presence of Shri. Jaganath Maharaj, Mrs. Jyoti Thakre, Chairperson of Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal (Govt of Maharashtra) and Mr. Rajaram Patil of Police dept. The joy which RCBK brought by serving added to spirit of sharing, giving the real essence of festivals.

It was truly a DIWALI – in real sense, adding Light of Joy.

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EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES Inspiring Youth with Science in Space The development of a country depends mainly upon the progress and health of the society. In last many years the young school students of the country have expressed their desire to know more about the basics of Space, Applications of various Satellites, designing and launching their own school satellite. RCBK joined hands with Soch Sayani, to host along with others and Indian Space Industry Exhibitors for the first virtual conference for the young s c h o o l s t u d e n t s , w h e r e I S RO ' s eminent scientists were invited to address, teach students across the globe.

3-day "Virtual Conference on Space S c i e n c e a n d Te c h n o l o g y " w a s attended by almost 600+ students from 16 states of India and a few international students from Australia, the UK, Qatar, Dubai joined. Students also gained an understanding of the true nature of science and in-depth knowledge of scientific concepts, laws, and theories. The programs helped them develop interests, attitudes, and “habits of mind” related to science and mathematics.

Few students from standard 6th to 12th also presented very interesting talks on Robotics, futuristic possibilities of life in space or commercialization of Space, etc. The knowledge of these young students on Space and their presentation ability were highly appreciated.

Prizes of the Paintings competition were announced, and the paintings showed the super imaginative minds of the young students (even from Class 1) as they depicted Space and the function of satellite in a very artistic way.

President SB Prasad gave a talk on Rotary and its role in service to society at the concluding session of the conference as one of the Panelists. They were quite appreciative of RCBKs contribution to the webinar. President appreciated and congratulated Rtn. Bandana for coordinating with all concerned so diligently and supported by Rtn. Dr. Sadhana Edvankar

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GIFT OF SIGHT

When you give someone the gift of sight, you're not just helping one person to see again: you're supporting an entire community. When one person regains sight, the rest of that person's family can concentrate on work, school, improving their home lives, and helping others in need.

25th October and 3rd November RCBK on recommendation of IPP Jyoti Gandhi recommended Cataract Surgery to be conducted at LM Hospital, for Mr Dharade, a driver with Shyamnarayan School and another needy person.

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Defeat DIABETES On 29th, Sept 2021 on "World Heart Day - Defeat Diabetes camp was held at Prasad Chikitsa Tanasa Valley Ganeshpuri. A total of 122 patients were tested for RBS on this day. 20 patients were already Diabetics of which 6 were Hypertensives well.

Already Diagnosed patients on long duration treatment were sent to Eye-Clinic to get tested for Diabetic Retinopathy, 8 new patients were found to be pre-diabetics i.e. Having RBS in the range of 140-200 mg/dl. They were counselled regarding conservative management and keep checking their levels at regular intervals. 3 new patients were found with blood sugars above 200 mg/dl and they were guided for further investigations and treatment.

Emphasis was given on regular follow up and treatment to prevent complications like Cerebro-vascular accidents, cardiac effects and renal Diabetes eye check up with Dilatation and Glaucoma screening was done for 49 Diabetic patients.

10 were detected with cataract. No significant Diabetic retinopathy was noticed in diagnosed Diabetic patients. Patients were advised regular retinopathy checkup and strict control of Diabetes.

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Rotary Pays tributes to the brave Indian soldiers Rtn Rameshchandra YEAR 2021 happens to be a significant moments for India as we are celebrating 75 years of Indian Independence (Azadi ki Amaritmayi Varsh) coupled with 50 years (Swarnmayi Vijay Varsh) of post India-Pakistan 1971 War & Kargil 1999 War Victory .

The historical victory, were Indian Armed Forces played mighty role and creating new country ‘ Bangla-Desh’. Celebrating the occasions, The Rotary International District 3141 Avenue Dream Armed Forces Team along with Rotary Club Of Bombay Kandivli and Rotary Club of Mumbai Borivali East planned to Honour 1971 and Kargil Gallantry Awardees including INS Khukri Survival and War Widows and their families.

Note: The Golden Jubilee celebration will continue till 31 December 2022.

26 August 2021: RC of Mumbai Borivali East along with RC Of Bombay Kandivli Honoured Kargil War Hero Shaurya Chakra Awardee Para Commando Madhusudan Surve.

09 November 2021: District Governor RID 3141 Rajendra Agarwal along with Presidents and District Avenue Chairs from various Clubs honoured INS Khukri Survival, Naval Officer Pritam Singh at Hotel Hyatt Regency, Amritsar besides RCBK had the honour of presenting Club Flag. Our DG Agarwal sir, cited the ethics mentioned on Club flag. The situation was very touching and one could feel the patriotism prevailing while guest presented his narrative. Guest Pritam Singh was of all praise to Rotary Club who recognised and honoured War Heroes and War Widows even after five decades past.

11 November 2021 at Dharmsala: Snacks and Sweets specially brought from Mumbai for Army Unit Dharamshala to Jawans were offered. Our DG and Avenue Director Rtn. Commodore BK Ahluwalia appraised the Jawans about role Rotary does services to needy people, community and underprivileged.

INS Khukri is the memorial site at Diu of an Indian Naval Ship that sank during the Indo-Pak War of 1971. The warship by Pakistani Submarine was destroyed on 9th December 1971 when torpedo shots were fired on it, sinking instantly along with 18 Officers and 167 Sailors in Arabian Sea near Diu, Gujarat.

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Three INS Khukri War Widows we’re honoured at their residence due to their advance age and health issues. These veer naris become sober and emotional when we touched their feet. I and Rtn Rajesh Chaurasia ji too we’re carried away with emotions. We also went to meet another Veer Nari at Chiplun but could not honour as she was admitted the very same day.

District 3141, Dream Armed Forces celebrated Navy Week on 02 & 03 December 2021. It was an inter reactive session on Zoom, where Senior Retired Defence Officer participated . The twos says webinar where subjects covered were very fruitful and educative specially for Rotaracts and college students of Thakur and Nirmala Colleges. We are also planning a visit IN Warships, Submarines and Naval Training Bases for Military Awareness. This can only be possible when COVID and Security conditions improves.

On 02 & 03 Dec., Dream Armed Forces RID 3141 had organised Navy Day Celebration on Zoom. The two days interactive sessions included varied subjects from: 1. Role of Indian Navy in present day scenario.

2. Role of Women in Defence & Women Empowerment.

3. Honouring War Heroes and War Widows.

4. Futuristic Indian Navy.

5. Role of Submarines in War and Peace time.

6. How to maintain Motivation level in life threatening situation.

7. Defence Career and How to join Indian Armed Forces.

RCBK was Co-Host Club and instrumental in planning and executing various projects. The two days program was well appreciated by DG Rtn Rajendra Agarwal, DG E Rtn Agarwala and DGN Rtn Arun Bhargava including all viewers.

On 09 January 2022, Veterns Day Parade will be organised. The parade will start from NCPA at Nariman Point and conclude at Girgaon Chowpatty. This carnival like parade is being organised for the second time in the history of Indian Defence. Last was held at same venue on 12 January 2020. Around 1000 Retired Veterns from Army, Navy, Air Force will participate in 3.6km march with band playing ceremonial tunes followed by NCC troops and Commandoes.

Significance of this event for Rotarians is that RID 3141 is hosting Breakfast for entire participants. Also our District Governor will be honoured by Chief Guest.

The event is open to all with prior information to organiser.

Jai Hind!!

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ORGAN DONATION Awareness Not many Rotarians may be aware that India ranks second to the United States in doing the largest number of transplants in the world. However, there remains a huge gap between those requiring transplant surgery in India and those who get it. And this is mainly due to lack of awareness, ignorance, and access to appropriate organ donors and proper medical facilities. India’s organ donation is an estimated 0.65 per million population, and there is a crying need to promote awareness on voluntary pledge to donate organs. The government has set up the Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation at the national, zonal and regional levels to address this issue.

RCBK has always been actively working to raise awareness and simplify the process of organ donation, and also increase awareness about the need to donate to help people. We have to educate our local communities that the process of pledging to donate is quite simple.

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Organ Donation Awareness Webinar: This webinar was jointly hosted by two clubs RCMKW and RCBK, starting with the first talk was

by Dr. Girish Trivedi eye donation on introduced by Eye specialist Dr. Neeta Dodwal (RCBK) in a very soothing tone. Dr. Trivedi’s talk was equally simple to understand with very practical advice. His talk was followed by two small video clips, one by BK Shivani of Brahmakumari whose convincing power in a simple language always motivates people, and one more clip of a silent video was having very appeal in an emotional way.

Next speaker was Dr. Rajesh Himmatramka, very dynamic Orthopaedic surgeon. He was introduced by our Club Director on Organ Donation Rtn. Tribhuvan Kapdi (RCBK). He covered everything on organ donation in a very methodical system. People got educated on the subject for natural death, accidental brain death, living

organ donation and all ifs and buts were covered. His talk was followed by a concluding video clip (RCMKW) on Mohan foundation doing excellent work in this field. Two video clips on national burn centre and one on Rotary organ donation awareness were also showcased (RCMKW).

Next was Dr Sunil Keswani introduced by our Club Secretary Rtn. Dr. Sadhana Edvankar (RCBK) in a very gentle manner. Dr. Keswani, master of plastic surgery and Director of National Burn Centre (Skin Bank) his speech on the techniques and all legal issues before donation was full of important knowledge for all. People enjoyed his speed and flow of words. The talk was followed by a film on platelet

donation was shown by (RCMKW) and two platelet donors, Rtn. Ms. Prithika (RCMKW) & Rtn. Prakash Gupta (RCBK) sharing their experience. Q & A session was handled by Rtn. Prasanna (Secretary RCMKW), followed by a video clip on WILL was shown at the end (RCMKW). Rtn. Dr. Sadhana Edvankar (RCBK) gave the vote of thanks and the program was well moderated by Rtn. Amrish Doshi (RCMKW) in a seamless manner.

This webinar was attended by 90 Rotarians and our club RCBK was leading with 22 members (appx.

25%). Total clubs 2 Hosts plus 27 CoHosts including Rotaractors, Interactors& Innerwheel.Journey has just Begun – A Lot needs to be Achieved.

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Rotary Fun Facts

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st Project of World's First Service Club

The first service project of the first Rotary Club was the installation of public toilets in Chicago in 1917.

This project made Rotary the World's First Service Club.

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