1. Vol. : 33
Issue : 20
Date : 20-11-2013
Pages : 04
Visit to Community Centre: Pejawara Sridhama
Pejawara Sridhama is located in J.P.Nagar. The centre runs by the blessings
of Sri Vishweshathirtha Swamiji of Pejawar Mutt, Udipi. The old age home
takes care of senior citizens in a serene, peaceful environment with lot of care
and dignity. It nurtures the senior citizens by
providing healthy food and proper medical
care. Though the centre charges a nominal
fee from the residents, due to rising prices the centre seeks support from
philanthropists for the noble cause. Today Midtown visits the centre to extend
its support.
SAMARTHA – ENABLED
If a human being is looking around for soul satisfaction and has concern for fellow beings
then SAMARTHA 2013 would have been an ideal location. Wet eyes, Contentment lit large
on the faces, Total Soul Satisfaction and Reinforcement of Rotary Values were the
derivatives Rotarians from Midtown took home on Sunday.
SAMARTHA 2013 has given the
annual event a definite direction and
sustainability with the association of
Enable India an NGO dedicated for
the cause of rehabilitation of
differently abled.
As Midtown experimented with
Enable India soon after the
brainstorm conducted by Chairman Nandoo, apprehensions were too many on the result
the event would give and the direction the infant in SAMARTHA would take. Worried Core
team planned an extensive coverage of the event through Media, distributing pamphlets
and knocking at the doors of enterprises urging everyone concerned to participate in the
event. Through the efforts of Rtn.Dr M.N.Bheemesh, Midtown scored the first signs of
success as Media covered the pre-event exercise
extensively. Midtown's own preparatory exercise
with the Task Master in the Chairman and a Business
Acumen in the Vocational Service Director were
major contributions towards the success of the
event. To top it all its partner in the event Enable
India turned out to be a very professional and
committed team focused on the objective which
gave more than the desired results for the event.
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2. Diabetes detection camp - Swasthya 2013
Midtown organized a
multipoint diabetes detection
camp at 4 places on the eve of
World Diabetes Day (14th Nov),
the ambitious program was led by
Chairman Rtn.Narendra Babu and Co-chairman Rtn.Ravindra Babu. Rtn.Kumarswamy suggested the name
for the unique event and after several discussions & preparations 4 team leaders and Rotarians were ready
for the camp which was scheduled on 14 th nov. The campleaders assembled at Appollo Hospitals to pick
the nursing staff and lancets. The four temas at RMA, RCL, Chamundivanam & Koorgalli were headed by
Rtn.Ravindra Babu, Rtn.Harish, Rtn.Kumarswamy & Rtn.Rajesh Shah respectively. The camp started its
functioning at sharp 8am and screened 511 patients (RMA-249, RCL-129,Koorgalli-74, Ch vanam-59). 10
diabetic cases were identified in the camps. Rotarians and nursing staff assembled at RCL after the camp
concluded. RED FM interviewed Rtn.Bhanu,
Rtn.Ravidra Babu & Rtn.Kumarswamy. Interact club –
RMA & RCC Vinyas played pivotal roles in organizing and
supporting the event, thanks to their efforts that huge
numbers turned out at the camps. The event was well
covered by media. The idea & brain behind the camp
was Rtn.Dr.Prahald. Swasthya-2013 was a grand success
and may very well become an ongoing project of
Midtown in future years.
- Rtn. Ravindra babu
Joint Project
Innerwheel news
A Joint project with Rotary East was
conducted at Children of Juvenile home
recently. Rtn.M.S.Raghu motivated more than
90 children who participated in the program.
Inner Wheel Midtown donated Rs.10000/- to
Aashiana, centre for autism children. The
project was sponsored by Inner Wheel
PP Ms. Neelufer
RMA News
68th Kannada Rajyostava was celebrated at RMA on 12th
November. Chief Guest Rtn. Bhaskar Sainik spoke about
importance of Kannada. Sweets were distributed to the students
after an attractive cultural
program.
A Science Exhibition
was organised at RMA from 12th to 14th November on the Eve of
children's day. The exhibition was inaugurated by the Rtn.Baskar
Sainik in the presence of RMA Chairman Rtn.Alagappan, RMA
Secretary Rtn.Ramki, Rtn.Gopal & Rtn.Salil Kumar Das
CONGRATULATIONS
Rtn.Nagraj won
singles and doubles titles
in Seniors National
ranking tournament held
at Mumbai recently.
Ann.Anuradha Nandakumar has
been elected as executive member
of National body of Pariwar, Ministry
of Social Justice. She is the only
member nominated from Karnataka
in the National Body.

3. 'Talent awards' presented to students of SRVS
Midtown think tank thought of a different way of celebrating
Children's day this year. The day was dedicated to young achievers in
the field of music. Budding stars who have considerable achievements
were identified from Sri Ramakrishna Vidyashala. Hot puris and basundi
welcomed the young ones, their parents. Colors of midtown turned out
in good numbers and few bright eyed annettes also converged at RCL.
After due recognitions, the President announced that a premier video
was in store for all of us. Annette Amogh Vishwanath and his team had
compiled a heart touching video “Jago zara, Socho zara”. The beautifully composed music alongwith touch video of special
Olympics stirred everyone. Proud “almost in tears” parents Rtn.Vishwanath and Ann.Sudha were congratulated by
everyone. Rtn.Bhanu then announced that Midtown was presented
with the citation for 3rd best contributor to TRF in RI Dist.3180.
It was time for recognizing the young guests. Dr.Prahlad in deep
Marlon Brando voice shared the hindsight of the event and also
about Vidyashala. 4 tenth graders and 2 pursuing their pre-university
course were called on stage one after another. Each of them
presented themselves humbly and gave short and crisp
introductions about their interests and achievements. Chief guest of the day PDG Rtn.Lakshminarayan felicitated and
recognized the talented youngsters. The charmer himself PDG Rtn.Kumar was asked to address the gathering. In his brief
talk Rtn.Kumar expressed his happiness to be at his “Second home club” and tried to share his concern about the state of
classical music. He touched upon the influence of technology on music but had to cut short as the youngsters were waiting
to present an impressive show. The stage was cleared and made way for the six energetic musicians. A thoughtful way of
recognizing budding talents. Midtown adds one more unique program to its long list of meaningful projects.
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The Inaugural Session was vibrant with the Chief Guest Sri G Jayaram very emphatic in his address on the
requirement of increased role of the Government in managing the differently abled, our own DG's assurance
to take this event to the District Level to benefit the community in large through Rotary and Mr Shekar,
Principal of JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled extending the hands of the Institution to Rotary Midtown
for jointly working towards the objective.
The first session of the workshop which was the most vital part of the event did see some industries turn
up which was much better than the last year turnout. The satisfaction was the event was audio visual and
handled by Ms.Shanti Raghavan a highly motivated co-promoter of Enable India who could drive home the
point to even the toughest heart to crack. The result was sensitized businessmen and Rotarians with an urge
to give opportunities to the differently abled.
The post lunch event saw the Seminar hall full to capacity with prospective employees of all disabilities
eagerly waiting to participate in the workshop. Again, very aptly handled, audiovisual driven and interaction
based workshop was a joy to watch. As interpreters from Enable India translated all that was said in the
workshop, the reactions and the excitement from the hearing and speech impaired was worth watching.
The second day saw a large turnout of prospects seeking jobs early in the day, some with their caretakers.
The purpose of the day was to profile prospects and match with the available opportunities. 19 different
business establishments including Tanishq, Hinduja Global, Café Coffee Day, RProcess, Sysinfo, Chestnut,
Myshore, etc and our Rotarians owned Murugan Medicals, Specvin (Vinyas Group), Essar Engineering and
Surabhi Chemicals interviewed over 250 prospects and selected 57 of them (including 14 from Rotarian
owned firms). Once again Enable India had organized the entire show to perfection as the process was system
driven. One could see faces of joy, sorrow, expectations, dejection, hope, etc from the hopefuls. Rotarians
many times had to step in to reduce the pressure on Enablers. Whatever the result the candidates and their
accompaniers enjoyed a hearty meal before they left in search of their destiny.
As at the end of the day a handful of Rotarians assembled with Enable India Team in a thanks giving
ceremony, each of them wondered how did it all happen? It must be by the grace of God, but felt satisfied that
they have lived true to Rotary Values as a True Rotarian believes.
--- Rtn.SBC
Chairman Speak - “Samartha-2013 has been a tremendous success. The outcome of second
edition of Samartha is very promising with 57 individuals getting placed in various organizations. The
support of many Rotarians, JSS Polytechnic, Enable India, Media, Parents and of course the candidates
themselves was overwhelming. My sincere thanks to all those who contributed for the success of the
event. Having found the success formula, it would be meaningful if we can think of sustaining the
results achieved in future editions of Samartha. Presence of Rotarians is a big motivation in any mega
event and hopefully all members grace the programs and support the meaningful cause. More
milestones to be achieved in the coming years.”
- Rtn.Nandakumar

4. Practical Innovation
Rotary Information
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Rotary clubs around the world are pledging
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Philippines after last week's massive typhoon
flattened entire coastal towns and villages, killed
thousands of people, and displaced nearly
600,000 more.
The situation remains dire as widespread
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record.
Rotary President Ron Burton is urging our
34,000 clubs worldwide to continue to assist
storm victims.
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Annettes Day
Its Annettes day at Midtown. Long
pending family get together is here to
entertain Midtown families. Come
prepared for fun & frolic at family dinner
meet on 23rd November 2013 at RMA.
Food,fun,frolic - Midtown style. Don't
miss the event!!!!
Birthday Wishes
Rotary Quiz
Q: Arch Klumph was ….
A. A manufacturer who donated shoes to victims of
polio
B. First District Governor from the original district
C. An RI Director
D. Past RI President from Cleveland, credited with
starting the Rotary Foundation
Answer : Option D
Rtn. Rajendra Babu
24th November
Wedding Anniversary Wishes
Rtn. Sanjay P
st
21 November
Next Week
TRF Speak by PP.Rtn.P.K.Ramakrishna
Date : 27-11-2013
Please Attend
Time : 6.30 pm
1. Is it the TRUTH ?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned ?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and
BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all
concerned ?