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.

1. Issue : 52Vol. : 33 Date : 02-07-2014 Pages : 04
July 9th, Wednesday. Only Samba
dance at the Semifinal of World cup
can hold you back from attending the
Installation ceremony of Light up
Rotary year. But don't worry! Rtn.
Venky has negotiated with FIFA and
Brazil's fixture would be already over
on Tuesday. So be there at Hotel Le
Ruchi, Hunsur Road by 6:30pm sharp.
There is drama, there is story, there is
dance and all that you want, no less
than a bollywood blockbuster. 90
minutes of non-stop entertainment,
one more unique production from
the house of Mid-town. Don't forget
tocomewithfamilyanddon'tmissthecurtainraiser.
Somarkit–9thJuly,Wednesday,6:30pm,HotelLeRuchi,HunsurRoad
Doctor's Day at Midtown
Thank you Doctors of Midtown. It is because of your selfless service that the world is living better.
CelebratedonJuly1allacrossIndia(othercountriescelebrateondifferentdates) tohonourthelegendary
physician and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy. He was born on July 1, 1882
and died on the same date in 1962, aged 80 years. Dr Roy was honoured with the country's highest civilian
award,BharatRatnaonFebruary4,1961.
Every year this holiday is celebrated in India on the 1st of July. This observance fulfills a need to show the
doctors and physicians in our lives how important they are to us and how invaluable their treatments are that
cureus.Thecelebrationsareindicativeoftherespectthattheycommandinthelivesoftheirpatientsandthus
obligatethemtofulfilltheirresponsibilitiesaswell.
There are several ways that this day is observed, including the greeting of physicians by their patients with
greeting cards, flower arrangements. Special meeting are often convened to commemorate the day and
honor doctors for their performances. Commemorative dinners can also be arranged by hospitals or other
organizationstofelicitatethemedicalfraternity.
(Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Doctors'_Day)
Honoring “Stars of Midtown” at District Level
After a long gap, Midtown had the privilege of being a part of the District
Secretariat. Rtn.Nandakumar was a part of this elite group in RI District 3180.
In a rare combination we had Rtn.Bheemesh who was the club secretary
during Rtn.Nandoo's presidentship taking up the highly regarded post of
Assistant Governorfor Zone 7.Two of the most influentialposts in the district
held by Midtowners, a proud privilege and an honor. Congratulations to the
exceptionalachievementsduringtheyear,gentlemen.

2. Midtown bags “Significant Achievement” award
The prestigious “Significant Achievement
Award” by RI is given to one significant project
in each RI District. This year Midtown's pet
project “Samartha” has bagged the celebrated
award. Congratulations to Chairman of the project Rtn.Nandakumar, Vocational Service Director
Rtn.Narendraandallthosewhowerepartofthemeaningfulproject.
Projects
Midtowners observed “Annapoorna Day” by
providing food for inmates of Ashadayaka
st
Seva Trust at Metagalli on 1 July 2014.
Incoming President Rtn.Venkatesh, Hon. Sec.
Rtn. Mohan, Community service director Rtn.
Kumarswamy and many Rotarians were
present on the occasion.
Rtn.M.S.Raghu conducted a career guidance
program at Teresian College recently under the
aegis of Rotary Academy for Creative
Excellence(RACE).
A colorful flowershow competition was
arranged at RMA recently. Many Rotarians
including RMA chairman Rtn.Alagappan and
President (2014-15) Rtn.Venkatesh visited the
show.
Congratulations
Midtown Cricket team win against MRT21
Midtown played and won 2 back to back matches
against Round Table 21 on Sunday in a friendly tie.
Prospective members Madhusudhan & Manjunath
filled up the much required slots in the team, the
professional duo promise brighter days for Midtown
cricket team. In an impressive team performance,
Midtown won both the matches comfortably against
the organizers of SOC. Times change, while there was
a dearth of players in Midtown cricket team
sometimeback,theteamwillsoonhaveselections!!!.
Welcometotheteamguys.
Rtn.Salil Kumar Das has been elected as
the President of Bengali Association,
Mysore. Midtown congratulates Salilda
forassumingtheinfluentialpost.
Annettes excel in Engineering
Annette.Nimisha Nandakumar & Annette.Deepashree Narendra are now qualified Engineers, they acquired
their degrees with excellent scores. Nimisha scored a perfect 100 in Structural Engineering, which is a feat in
itself. Congratulations to the budding engineers and their proud parents.

3. President's dinner – “Candid” thoughts pour in
Frank thoughts and sentiments poured in on Saturday at President's dinner. 2 of the greatest showmen of Midtown
taking the mantle of leadership (SBC & Dr.Prahlad, of course!!) led the club to new heights and it was time to bid adieu to
thecovetedpost&thattheydiditinstyle.Thedelayedstartwastoensurethatmostofthefamiliesarrivedtowitnessthe
closing remarks of the President & Secretary.
Rtn.Raghavendra came onstage after Rtn.Bhanu did the
welcoming and spoke with ease trying to floor the audience
with his wit. His talk hinted that he was enroute to bigger
roles in the district in the coming years. His comments were
repletewithpunchesraisingquiteafeweyebrows.
The duo onstage were felicitated amidst thunderous
applause by the colorful audience. Beating the traditional
reporting by the Secretary, Rtn.Prahlad mentioned that all of
the projects were covered in the bulletin and he would
refrain reading thru the list again, instead he spoke on how
the board thought of projects & activities in a different way.
He narrated various instances showcasing the “different”
thought process they adopted. Rtn.Prahlad was in his
elements and the thoughts evidently flowed smoothly as they were coming straight from his heart. Dr.Prahlad did not
forgettomentionandthankhisfamilyAnn.Prabha,Annette.Prerana&Annette.Pranavfortheirunstintedsupport.
It was then time for the formidable SBC to give the finishing touch for the wonderful year. Rtn.Bhanu began with
extreme confidence and started by thanking profusely to all those who supported his journey as the president of the
Midtown. He first called Ann.Kamalakshi & Annette.Sindhu onstage and thanked them for all the support they extended
thru the year. Rtn.Bhanu taking a “different” order, started off with thanking the much needed support staff of RMM
secretariat showing his true nature of appreciating good things in life. He disclosed surprising statistics that 67 Rotarians
and their families were part of one project or other during the year and attributed the success of the club to such
tremendous support by Midtown families. Rtn.Bhanu showered words of praise on every single person's contributing to
the year's achievements. His words clearly displayed his humbleness and gratitude. Rtn.Raghu spoke briefly and spoke
about Rtn.Bhanu's grit and commitment, he said that
Rtn.Bhanu's respect to his mother was something to be
emulated. Stalwarts of Midtown, contributors – physical,
mental & monetary were all spoken with very high regards
parting with a memento by the formidable SBC. Before the
marathon (deservingly, though!!) recognitions ended,
Rtn.BhanucalleduponDr.Prahlad'sfamilyandhonoredthem
for all the support extended thru the year. Visibly satisfied
with the way things went Rtn.Bhanu adjourned the meeting
for dinner. The show was filled with sentiment and it was
apparent that SBC and his team would carry memories of
“Engage Rotary, Change lives” year for a very long time to
come.LetMidtownspiritscontinueforever.]
Club Assembly
Assistant Governor Rtn.JP conducted a well planned ClubAssembly last week. Rtn.Venky
and the incoming Board presented their plans for the coming year
Rtn. Dr. Bhaskar was
installed as the Governor
of RI Dist.3180 on
th
30 June 2014 at Puttur

4. RI District- 3180
(Grouping of revenue districts and clubs
Part 1 Part 2
Revenue Dist. No of Clubs Members Revenue Dist. No of Clubs Members
Mysore 19 794
Chamarajanagar 5 164
Kodagu 6 268
Dakshina Kannada 31 1400
Total 61 2626
Udupi 36 1364
Shimoga 13 603
Chikmagalur 14 496
Hassan 12 396
Total 75 2859
RI Dist. 3180 is located in the southern part of South Indian State of Karnataka. It has an area of 49100
Sq kms with a popula on of around 11 million. Presently the Rotary District consists of 8 revenue districts
namely Chamarajanagar, Mysore, Kodagu, Mangalore, Udupi, Shimoga, Chikmagalur & Hassan. Currently
thereare136clubsandaround5400Rotarians(basedontherecentsemiannualreport).
Consideringthegeographicalarea,numberofclubs,travelling meanddistance it isfeltthatitisgood
to go for a bifurca on of the district. With this in addi on to the administra ve convenience there will be
opportuni esforboththebifurcatedpartstodevelopindependently.
In order to bifurcate the District, a district bifurca on proposal commi ee was formed in the Rotary
year 2011-12 itself. The district bifurca on proposal commi ee consists of the chairman and 11
representa ves electedonefromeachzonewithinthedistrictsandthe DG, IPDG, DGE, DGN and DGND as
exofficiomembers.
The commi ee met periodically to arrive at the final conclusion. Ini ally opinion regarding bifurca on
from individual clubs was taken in wri ng. Out of 134 clubs at that point of me 104 clubs agreed for
bifurca on, 17 clubs was not in favour of bifurca on and 13 remained silent. With the majority of the clubs
of the district agreeing for bifurca on the commi ee decided to bifurcate the district based on the
revenue districts. Accordingly Chamarajanagar, Mysore, Kodagu & Mangalore districts will remain as one
part and Udupi, Shimoga, Chikmagalur & Hassan districts on the other part. This decision was also shared
th
withthepastGovernorsofthedistrictintherecentlyheldCollegeofGovernorsmee ngon24 May2014at
Shimoga. The College of Governors also expressed their consent in favour of the district bifurca on in the
saidpatronmen onedbelow.
District Bifurcation Proposal - RI Dist. 3180
Map Indicating Revenue Districts of 3180
Chamarajanagar
Mysore
Dakshina
Kannada
Udupi
Shimoga
Chikkamagaluru
Hassan
Kodagu

5. “About Us” asked Midtown patrons to voice
their opinions regarding Midtown's activities during
Rtn.Bhanu's Presidentship and here are responses
thatwereceived.
AsthesayinggoesinLatin-VoiceofthePeopleis
VoiceoftheGod(VoxPopuliVoxDei)
Mysore Mid Towners have been " My Dream
Rotarians " so far as their Fellowship and Service
activities are concerned. Where-ever they are,
whether in a Club weekly meeting, or a District
Meet, or in an International Convention, they look
so strong that I always see them unmatched. I have
seen them give a Health Care ambulance for Semi
Urban population and rural around Mysore, I have
seen them give a State of the art School for needy
children,Ihaveseenthemsteppingintotheshoesof
Indian Rural Life through their " Masthhalli Jaathre",
andsoonandsoforth.
Their Club e bulletin "About Us" has been an
excellent source of information and motivation to
Rotarians, Anns Annets and Johns , showcasing the
entire fabric of the Club which is worth emulating by
others.
I look forward to joining RC Mysore Mid Town if I
am transferred to Royal City of Mysore in my future
Rotary Life. Good going Rtn Rakesh and Team...
RegardsandbestwishesfromSumaalso...
- PDG. Rtn. H L Ravi
District Governor 2011-12.
RI Dist. 3180
Undisputedly the award goes to MIDTOWN
SPIRIT. Highlighting this year, there was no dearth of
community service, club service and the other
activities despite no formal fund raising, restricted
mobility of our president, busily scheduled
secretary and we had to upkeep the prestige of the
DGs home zone. Though the president, lacked sight,
he had VISION. Though raising funds was difficult,
everyone rose to the occasion. FELLOWSHIP and
TEAM SPRIT was at its best. It was a pleasure
attending meetings and all of us looked forward to
get-together. May the spirit PREVAIL AND
PERPETUATE
- Rtn. Harish K. B
Congratulations to you on your success as the
Editorof'AboutUs'.
I make sure that I read every issue and I must say
thatithasonlybecomebetterwitheveryedition.
I understand that it's not an easy task what with
yourprofessionalandpersonalcommitments.
Your focus has been on the content in the
bulletinandnotsomuchonthefrills.
It was very refreshing to read reports and
articles by new members. You have certainly
provided a platform for us amateurs to put forth our
viewsandalsopracticeourliteraryskills.
Itmaysoundveryclichedtosaythat'yourocked'
Vox Populi Vox Dei
howeverIcan'tresistsayingthatMidtownrocked.
Wishing the new editor all the best and assuring all
support.
-Ann.Chandrika Raghu
Rtn.BhanuisaRANKStudentofMidtown,Ihaveno
doubts about that. He is always cool, calm &
composed. As a true leader, he always gives credit to
his team for any successes and takes the brickbats
himself. It was a pleasure to be a part of his team.
Entire board of 2013-14 was brimming with positive
vibration. To top it all, real “Aapathbandhava”,
Rtn.Dr.Prahlad as Hon. Secretary, what else can
Midtown ask for?. Result was known from day1, Best
Club in district 3180. I take this opportunity to once
again congratulate President Rtn.Bhanu &
Hon.Secretary Rtn.Dr. Prahlad for making “Engage
Rotary, Change Lives” year a memorable one.
-Rtn.Umesh K
Yes it was a dream run for midtown. We enjoyed
reading about it all in the bulletin. Congratulations
forbringingout52issues.
- Ann. Anupama
The bonding between the midtown rotarians is
amazing. Though being very new in Midtown it has
taken me very little time to connect with the club.
Many Rotarians have made me feel that I am a part of
thisclubsinceages.FewtripslikethatofKuttagaveme
a taste of Midtown camaraderie, which I cherish the
most. I was encouraged to contribute to our unique
weekly bulletin. During coming year, I want to
participate in as many projects as possible. I
congratulateRtnBhanu,RtnDrPrahladandtheirteam
for their effective & efficient management and the
awesomeachievement.
- Rtn. Dr. Pramod Gubbi
I am pleased to go through your bulletins. In fact
so many people must be appreciating your
Bulletins. There is so much 2 learn from your
bulletins. I would like to say I must associate with
you to run a bulletin like yours. You have made your
clubmembersproudwithyourtalent.Alldbest.
-Rtn. Pius Saldanha
Rotary Club of Mysore Royal
I thouroughly enjoyed being a member of
Midtown.Itwasapleasuretoparticipateinprojects
and enjoy the fellowship. Rtn.Bhanu poured in all
his professional capabilities and Rtn.Dr.Prahlad
complimented the cause thru his innovative and
constructive thoughts. We are proud of the
achievements of Rtn.Bhanu and his board of
directors for bagging the #1 position in Dist.3180. I
personally congratulate the leaders for their
commendableefforts.
- Rtn. Ravindra Babu

6. 1. IsittheTRUTH?
2. IsitFAIRtoallconcerned?
3. WillitbuildGOODWILLandBETTERFRIENDSHIPS?
4. WillitbeBENEFICIALtoallconcerned?
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