The annual Bandhavya carnival for special children, organized by Rotary Mysore Midtown, was held from January 2-4, 2015. The 3-day event hosted over 1,400 special children and their caretakers from across Karnataka and included athletic competitions, cultural performances, and fun activities. It had a budget of over 4 lakhs Rs and support from corporate sponsors like Infosys. Day 1 activities included welcoming participants, an opening procession, and distributing snacks to children. Competition results were announced. A dental camp screened 400 children. Inner Wheel Mysore Midtown contributed Rs. 15,000 and helped over the 3 days. Rtn. Vishwanath will retire as chair next
The document provides information about the NAB Industrial Training Centre for the Blind and Deaf in Karnataka, India. It states that the center has been training visually and hearing impaired students for various trades since 1989. Students between ages 17-25 who have passed SSC and know Braille or sign language are eligible. The management is by the National Association for the Blind Karnataka Branch. The center provides a stipend and has good placement rates. It has trained over 469 students with a 75% placement rate. The chief guest for an event was introduced who has several degrees and awards and works to serve organizations helping the disabled.
The document provides biographical information about Mrs. Shameem Kunil, the District Chairman of Inner Wheel. It details her educational and professional background, roles within Inner Wheel including positions held at the club and district level, personal interests and activities outside of Inner Wheel. The second part of the document is Mrs. Kunil's message as District Chairman welcoming members and encouraging service, empowerment and enjoyment within Inner Wheel.
The document provides biographical information about Rtn. M.S. Jayaprakash, who was born in 1969 in Mysore, India. It details his educational and professional background working in engineering. It describes his involvement in Rotary since 1997, holding several leadership positions in the Rotary Central Mysore club and at the district level. It notes that he is happily married with two daughters and enjoys hobbies like cricket, swimming, and reading. Rtn. Jayaprakash was hosting a club assembly as the Assistant Governor.
ECHO-Spandana, a branch of ECHO-Center for Juvenile Justice in Mysore, provides services to children in conflict with the law and those in need of care and protection. Staff from ECHO-Spandana visit the local observation home and children's homes to counsel children, attempt to contact their families, and maintain regular contact to help families cope with societal and police problems. For children unable to return to their families, ECHO-Spandana provides shelter to those under 15 and sends older children to ECHO's transition home in Bangalore. Regular cultural programs and prizes are provided to help the children forget their ordeals.
The annual Bandhavya carnival for special children, organized by Rotary Mysore Midtown, was held from January 2-4, 2015. The 3-day event hosted over 1,400 special children and their caretakers from across Karnataka and included athletic competitions, cultural performances, and fun activities. It had a budget of over 4 lakhs Rs and support from corporate sponsors like Infosys. Day 1 activities included welcoming participants, an opening procession, and distributing snacks to children. Competition results were announced. A dental camp screened 400 children. Inner Wheel Mysore Midtown contributed Rs. 15,000 and helped over the 3 days. Rtn. Vishwanath will retire as chair next
The document provides information about the NAB Industrial Training Centre for the Blind and Deaf in Karnataka, India. It states that the center has been training visually and hearing impaired students for various trades since 1989. Students between ages 17-25 who have passed SSC and know Braille or sign language are eligible. The management is by the National Association for the Blind Karnataka Branch. The center provides a stipend and has good placement rates. It has trained over 469 students with a 75% placement rate. The chief guest for an event was introduced who has several degrees and awards and works to serve organizations helping the disabled.
The document provides biographical information about Mrs. Shameem Kunil, the District Chairman of Inner Wheel. It details her educational and professional background, roles within Inner Wheel including positions held at the club and district level, personal interests and activities outside of Inner Wheel. The second part of the document is Mrs. Kunil's message as District Chairman welcoming members and encouraging service, empowerment and enjoyment within Inner Wheel.
The document provides biographical information about Rtn. M.S. Jayaprakash, who was born in 1969 in Mysore, India. It details his educational and professional background working in engineering. It describes his involvement in Rotary since 1997, holding several leadership positions in the Rotary Central Mysore club and at the district level. It notes that he is happily married with two daughters and enjoys hobbies like cricket, swimming, and reading. Rtn. Jayaprakash was hosting a club assembly as the Assistant Governor.
ECHO-Spandana, a branch of ECHO-Center for Juvenile Justice in Mysore, provides services to children in conflict with the law and those in need of care and protection. Staff from ECHO-Spandana visit the local observation home and children's homes to counsel children, attempt to contact their families, and maintain regular contact to help families cope with societal and police problems. For children unable to return to their families, ECHO-Spandana provides shelter to those under 15 and sends older children to ECHO's transition home in Bangalore. Regular cultural programs and prizes are provided to help the children forget their ordeals.
The document provides information about Arivu, an innovative school located in Mysore, India. It discusses how Arivu takes a holistic approach to education by making learning activity-based and relevant to real life. Education is not limited to the classroom. The school also organizes activities for community learning and engagement through cultural programs, nature walks, and field visits. The school started in 2008 and has grown, now hosting a resource center, school, and butterfly park on its own campus. It aims to transform learning. The document also provides background on how the school was founded by a group of parents and citizens interested in exploring alternative education models. It notes the school now has its own campus and around 25 staff and 40 students.
This document discusses the importance of family in Rotary and provides suggestions for how clubs can involve and care for various groups that are considered part of the Rotary family, including fellow Rotarians, families of members, spouses of deceased members, Youth Exchange students, and others involved in Rotary programs. It highlights upcoming family-oriented events being held by the Midtown Rotary club, including a career guidance program, dental checkup camp, and birthday celebration. It also shares news of projects, awards, and a talk on The Rotary Foundation scheduled for the club's meeting.
The document provides information about the "Bhandavyotsava 2013" event organized by the Rotary Midtown club. It is an annual flagship community service event that has been held for over a decade to provide a platform for differently abled people to explore their potentials. The 2013 event plans to host over 1000 people with new inclusions and the largest budget ever for a community service project by the club. The chief guest for the event is Padmashree Dr. Malathi Krishnamurthy Holla, a renowned Paralympian athlete and social activist who runs a foundation providing support to physically disabled children.
The document provides information from a Rotary club newsletter/magazine. It includes the chairman's message about a past event called Bhandavyotsava, details about a media workshop the club organized, congratulatory messages for two club members' achievements, and information about an upcoming district conference including the schedule and list of speakers.
This 4-page document discusses the Rotary Namana Award winners from 2003-2014. It provides details about the organizations and individuals who received the annual award over this time period for their contributions to theatre, music, dance, and folk arts in Karnataka. Some of the notable award recipients mentioned include Rangayana, Amarakala Sangha, Rasavrinda, Vasundhara Performing Arts, Kalasuruchi, Kalapriya Group, Nrithyalaya Group, and renowned artists like Vid. Mysore M Nagraj and Dr. Mysore M Manjunath. The last paragraph provides an overview of the Rotary Namana Award and its role in recognizing excellence
The community centre Pejawara Sridhama located in J.P.Nagar, Bangalore, provides care for senior citizens in a peaceful environment. It offers healthy food, medical care, and accommodation for a nominal fee. However, due to rising costs, the centre seeks support from philanthropists. Members of the Midtown Rotary Club visited the centre to extend their support.
The Samartha 2013 event organized by the Midtown Rotary Club and Enable India focused on providing job opportunities for persons with disabilities. Over 250 candidates with disabilities were interviewed by 19 businesses. 57 candidates were selected for jobs. The event was a success in achieving its objective through the efforts of Rotarians, partner organizations, and candidates
Prof. Muzaffar Assadi is a professor of political science at the University of Mysore with over 24 years of teaching experience. He has guided many PhD and MPhil students and has authored several books and articles. He has presented papers at numerous national and international conferences and seminars. Currently he is associated with several universities in different capacities such as advisory committee member, chairman of boards of studies, and chief editor of journals. He has received many awards and honors for his contributions to academics and social causes.
Rtn. Gopal Krishna spoke on the topic of e-waste. E-waste refers to waste from discarded electronic devices and is a major concern due to the toxic materials they contain and their rapid obsolescence. It consists of metals, polymers and semiconductors that can be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Exposure to these materials can cause serious health issues. Considering the increasing amounts of e-waste, proper organized recycling and disposal methods along with effective regulations are needed to promote sustainability and protect people and the environment. Mr. Narayanan Krishnan from Mysore was awarded second place in The One International Humanitarian Award by Rotary District 3450 for his exemplary contributions, receiving a cash prize
The document provides information about a 2-day Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) training program being held in the city of palaces, including profiles of three speakers: Rtn. Frank Wargo, an experienced Rotarian involved in many leadership roles and international projects; Rtn. Subhash Saraf, a past district governor with expertise in leadership development and project management; and Rtn. Binod Khaitan, a past club president and district secretary involved in establishing an eye hospital and spreading RLI in South Asia. It also announces the RLI Annual Breakfast Meeting in Sydney, Australia and shares the RLI philosophy and two quotes for the month related to Rotary leadership and friendship/tolerance.
The document summarizes the Rotary Midtown Sports award ceremony held on 19-02-2014. The award was presented to Mr. C.S. Amarnath, an accomplished international athlete from the police department, for his achievements in various athletic competitions. The award was presented by former mayor of Mysore, Mr. N. Prakash, who is himself an accomplished sportsman and president of the Mysore District Kho-Kho Association.
This document provides information about activities of the Rotary Club of Mysore Midtown. It summarizes their projects, events and achievements over the past Rotary year under President Rtn. Bhanu and Secretary Rtn. Dr. Prahlad. It discusses the installation ceremony for the new Rotary year. It also recognizes accomplishments of club members and their families. The document solicits opinions from patrons about Midtown's activities over the past year, which were overwhelmingly positive about the strong fellowship, community service and team spirit demonstrated. It highlights the club's award-winning project 'Samartha' and leadership roles held by members in the district.
Rotary Midtown Academy School in Bangalore, India celebrated the top scorers on the SSLC (10th standard) exams. The school's principal, Dr. Vanitha K. Bhat, was honored for her leadership and dedication to the growth of the school over the past 10 years. Rotary member Nandoo congratulated and awarded the 12 top scoring students with cash prizes of 1000 rupees each. The names and scores of the top scorers were listed.
The document summarizes Midtown Rotary Club's trip to attend a district conference and awards ceremony in Shimoga, where they received an award for being the best large club in the district for the 6th time. It describes their travel to and from Shimoga, the events at the conference, and their interactions with other Rotarians. It also briefly mentions an accident that occurred on the return trip involving the club president's vehicle hitting a cow, but that the members continued safely back to their home city later that night.
Midtown Rotary Club had a successful District Assembly, where they received 25 awards. They also participated in the Service Organization Cup 2014 cricket tournament, where they finished as runners-up after losing to Rotary Central in the finals. A speaker then discussed the benefits of yoga at one of their meetings. They also discussed the recent Indian general election results and Narendra Modi's victory.
Shri.Sudhesh Chand is the founder of Sri Upanishadh Yoga Center Trust in Kuvempunagar. He has over 3 decades of experience practicing and over 22 years experience teaching yoga. He has written and published books on yoga and released DVDs on various yoga topics. Today he will give a talk on "Yoga: The Integrated Approach Towards Peace and Happiness".
The document provides information about Arivu, an innovative school located in Mysore, India. It discusses how Arivu takes a holistic approach to education by making learning activity-based and relevant to real life. Education is not limited to the classroom. The school also organizes activities for community learning and engagement through cultural programs, nature walks, and field visits. The school started in 2008 and has grown, now hosting a resource center, school, and butterfly park on its own campus. It aims to transform learning. The document also provides background on how the school was founded by a group of parents and citizens interested in exploring alternative education models. It notes the school now has its own campus and around 25 staff and 40 students.
This document discusses the importance of family in Rotary and provides suggestions for how clubs can involve and care for various groups that are considered part of the Rotary family, including fellow Rotarians, families of members, spouses of deceased members, Youth Exchange students, and others involved in Rotary programs. It highlights upcoming family-oriented events being held by the Midtown Rotary club, including a career guidance program, dental checkup camp, and birthday celebration. It also shares news of projects, awards, and a talk on The Rotary Foundation scheduled for the club's meeting.
The document provides information about the "Bhandavyotsava 2013" event organized by the Rotary Midtown club. It is an annual flagship community service event that has been held for over a decade to provide a platform for differently abled people to explore their potentials. The 2013 event plans to host over 1000 people with new inclusions and the largest budget ever for a community service project by the club. The chief guest for the event is Padmashree Dr. Malathi Krishnamurthy Holla, a renowned Paralympian athlete and social activist who runs a foundation providing support to physically disabled children.
The document provides information from a Rotary club newsletter/magazine. It includes the chairman's message about a past event called Bhandavyotsava, details about a media workshop the club organized, congratulatory messages for two club members' achievements, and information about an upcoming district conference including the schedule and list of speakers.
This 4-page document discusses the Rotary Namana Award winners from 2003-2014. It provides details about the organizations and individuals who received the annual award over this time period for their contributions to theatre, music, dance, and folk arts in Karnataka. Some of the notable award recipients mentioned include Rangayana, Amarakala Sangha, Rasavrinda, Vasundhara Performing Arts, Kalasuruchi, Kalapriya Group, Nrithyalaya Group, and renowned artists like Vid. Mysore M Nagraj and Dr. Mysore M Manjunath. The last paragraph provides an overview of the Rotary Namana Award and its role in recognizing excellence
The community centre Pejawara Sridhama located in J.P.Nagar, Bangalore, provides care for senior citizens in a peaceful environment. It offers healthy food, medical care, and accommodation for a nominal fee. However, due to rising costs, the centre seeks support from philanthropists. Members of the Midtown Rotary Club visited the centre to extend their support.
The Samartha 2013 event organized by the Midtown Rotary Club and Enable India focused on providing job opportunities for persons with disabilities. Over 250 candidates with disabilities were interviewed by 19 businesses. 57 candidates were selected for jobs. The event was a success in achieving its objective through the efforts of Rotarians, partner organizations, and candidates
Prof. Muzaffar Assadi is a professor of political science at the University of Mysore with over 24 years of teaching experience. He has guided many PhD and MPhil students and has authored several books and articles. He has presented papers at numerous national and international conferences and seminars. Currently he is associated with several universities in different capacities such as advisory committee member, chairman of boards of studies, and chief editor of journals. He has received many awards and honors for his contributions to academics and social causes.
Rtn. Gopal Krishna spoke on the topic of e-waste. E-waste refers to waste from discarded electronic devices and is a major concern due to the toxic materials they contain and their rapid obsolescence. It consists of metals, polymers and semiconductors that can be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Exposure to these materials can cause serious health issues. Considering the increasing amounts of e-waste, proper organized recycling and disposal methods along with effective regulations are needed to promote sustainability and protect people and the environment. Mr. Narayanan Krishnan from Mysore was awarded second place in The One International Humanitarian Award by Rotary District 3450 for his exemplary contributions, receiving a cash prize
The document provides information about a 2-day Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) training program being held in the city of palaces, including profiles of three speakers: Rtn. Frank Wargo, an experienced Rotarian involved in many leadership roles and international projects; Rtn. Subhash Saraf, a past district governor with expertise in leadership development and project management; and Rtn. Binod Khaitan, a past club president and district secretary involved in establishing an eye hospital and spreading RLI in South Asia. It also announces the RLI Annual Breakfast Meeting in Sydney, Australia and shares the RLI philosophy and two quotes for the month related to Rotary leadership and friendship/tolerance.
The document summarizes the Rotary Midtown Sports award ceremony held on 19-02-2014. The award was presented to Mr. C.S. Amarnath, an accomplished international athlete from the police department, for his achievements in various athletic competitions. The award was presented by former mayor of Mysore, Mr. N. Prakash, who is himself an accomplished sportsman and president of the Mysore District Kho-Kho Association.
This document provides information about activities of the Rotary Club of Mysore Midtown. It summarizes their projects, events and achievements over the past Rotary year under President Rtn. Bhanu and Secretary Rtn. Dr. Prahlad. It discusses the installation ceremony for the new Rotary year. It also recognizes accomplishments of club members and their families. The document solicits opinions from patrons about Midtown's activities over the past year, which were overwhelmingly positive about the strong fellowship, community service and team spirit demonstrated. It highlights the club's award-winning project 'Samartha' and leadership roles held by members in the district.
Rotary Midtown Academy School in Bangalore, India celebrated the top scorers on the SSLC (10th standard) exams. The school's principal, Dr. Vanitha K. Bhat, was honored for her leadership and dedication to the growth of the school over the past 10 years. Rotary member Nandoo congratulated and awarded the 12 top scoring students with cash prizes of 1000 rupees each. The names and scores of the top scorers were listed.
The document summarizes Midtown Rotary Club's trip to attend a district conference and awards ceremony in Shimoga, where they received an award for being the best large club in the district for the 6th time. It describes their travel to and from Shimoga, the events at the conference, and their interactions with other Rotarians. It also briefly mentions an accident that occurred on the return trip involving the club president's vehicle hitting a cow, but that the members continued safely back to their home city later that night.
Midtown Rotary Club had a successful District Assembly, where they received 25 awards. They also participated in the Service Organization Cup 2014 cricket tournament, where they finished as runners-up after losing to Rotary Central in the finals. A speaker then discussed the benefits of yoga at one of their meetings. They also discussed the recent Indian general election results and Narendra Modi's victory.
Shri.Sudhesh Chand is the founder of Sri Upanishadh Yoga Center Trust in Kuvempunagar. He has over 3 decades of experience practicing and over 22 years experience teaching yoga. He has written and published books on yoga and released DVDs on various yoga topics. Today he will give a talk on "Yoga: The Integrated Approach Towards Peace and Happiness".
1. A Rotary club facilitated donating a laptop to a disabled person in need of one to pursue his career through his employment.
2. As a student in London, Gandhi had debates with a professor who disliked him. When the professor insulted Gandhi about eating together, Gandhi cleverly replied he would "fly away." On an exam, the professor tried to embarrass Gandhi but Gandhi's intelligence won out.
3. An upcoming Rotary event was announced for providing information on practical innovation topics.
Rtn. Narendra Babu has been promoted to grandfather as his daughter Rekha gave birth to a baby girl on March 15, 2014. The document also provides information about an upcoming Rotary event on March 26th and wishes Rtn. Raghavendra a happy birthday on March 23rd. It discusses a new e-reader/phone prototype called the Onyx MIDIA InkPhone that can last over two weeks on a single charge. Additionally, it describes a Rotary global grant project that doubled the incubator and intensive care unit capacity of a hospital in Sao Francisco, Brazil, providing lifesaving services to premature newborn babies.
International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8th each year to recognize women's achievements and bring attention to issues still facing women worldwide. It originated in the early 1900s as a Socialist political event but has since blended into many cultures. In some places, it is now a day for men to express appreciation for women, while in other regions it maintains its focus on political and social progress. The document provides background information on the history and celebrations of International Women's Day in different parts of the world.
The Midtown Rotary Club is hosting a multi-district Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) training program on March 1st and 2nd in Mysore, India. The training will have prominent speakers and is for participants from several nearby Rotary districts. The agenda outlines the schedule and topics to be covered on each day. Day one will include inaugural and training sessions as well as optional activities in the evening. Day two will continue the training and include a valedictory session before concluding. The cost to attend is Rs. 600 per day or Rs. 1200 for both days.
The document summarizes a joint meeting between the Midtown Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of Karaikudi that took place in December 2012. Midtowners stayed at the home of Rotarian Alagappan and enjoyed local cuisine. The Rotary Club of Karaikudi welcomed Midtowners with an elaborate dinner meeting. Midtown is looking to strengthen ties with Karaikudi Rotary by visiting again for a joint meeting.
The document summarizes the District Governor's official visit to the Rotary Club of Midtown on January 29th, 2014. It describes the various activities during the visit, including a breakfast meeting, school inspections, launching of a new website, visits to special needs schools, and a public function in the evening. It provides details of speeches given, new members inducted, and recognition of members' contributions to The Rotary Foundation. The visit was an eventful day that included interactions, presentations, and inspirational messages from the District Governor.
The document summarizes the official visit of District Governor Rtn. S. Gururaj to the Rotary Midtown club. It discusses Gururaj's qualifications and experience as a Rotarian. It describes the welcome received by Gururaj and his wife Ann. Pushpa at the Midtown club and their participation in club activities during the visit. It also introduces a new member, Gopal Krishna M.P., who joined the Midtown club on the occasion of the Governor's visit.
The document provides information about an upcoming club assembly by Assistant Governor for Zone 7, Rtn. Dr. M.N. Bheemesh of Rotary Midtown. It provides details about Rtn. Bheemesh's background and experience. The agenda is also given for District Governor's upcoming visit on January 29th, 2014 which will include visits to RMA, Soofi Trust, meetings and assemblies.
The document summarizes the 44th district conference of RI district 3180 held from January 10-12, 2014 in Mysore, India. Over 2500 delegates attended the 3 day event which included formal inaugurations, cultural performances, and plenary sessions on topics like empowerment, social change, and youth involvement. Speakers included local politicians, social workers, and celebrities. Entertainment included music performances and parallel programs. The conference was deemed a grand success by the organizers and attendees, thanks to meticulous planning and coordination by the conference committee.
The document summarizes the Bhandavyotsava-2013 event organized by the Rotary Club of Mysore Midtown. Over 1800 people including 700 specially abled children participated in the day-long event held at the Oval Grounds. Various stalls and activities like games, food, and sports were arranged. International athlete Dr. Malathi Holla was the chief guest and lauded the efforts of Rotarians and volunteers. The event was a success thanks to the meticulous planning and support from Rotarians, volunteers and sponsors.