Message from the President, RI Dear Fellow Rotarians, When Gay and I
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resources— we are declaring that we know that our presence in this world carries with it the obligation to serve. All of the service that Rotary does, all of the lives we change, all of the children in the world who will never, ever get polio — all of Message from the President, RI this happens because we, joining together through Rotary, are strong. Because Dear fellow Rotarians, Rotarians, with the family of Rotary, have risen to the challenge and with each passing When Gay and I began practicing law, we year strive to make our world a better place. joined my father-in-law, Gilmer Blackburn, in his law firm. He had been practicing law in As a global organization with over 1.2 million Decatur, Alabama, for more than 25 years members, Rotary Connects the World. You and, in that time, had also served for six years help make that connection last and ensure as the mayor of our city. One of the first both Rotary’s legacy and its future. things he taught us when we joined the firm — something he never stopped teaching, Kindest regards, byword and by example — was the Mark Daniel Maloney importance of paying what he referred to as Rotary International President, 2019-2020 our “civic rent”. Message From He considered paying your civic rent an The Governor obligation similar to paying your taxes or contributing to your place of worship. You Dear Rotarians and benefit from being here, and those benefits Families of Rotary are not free. You need to give something back Bangalore West, for the privilege of being part of your community. It is a great honor for Roopa and me to be given an opportunity to lead Rotary Organizations like Rotary allow us to pay our International District 3190. civic rent to our local and global communities. And when we join Rotary — RID 3190 is a world class district which has when we work to keep the organization itself created many miracles. strong, when we give back through Rotary with our abilities, our time, and our Rotarians of your club, over the years, did Vibrant Clubs involve and engage their make difference by ensuring that Rotary members, develop deep and strong Serves Humanity. relationships, ensure good governance and reflect diversity and personality of its Rotarians will now “Be the Inspiration” to members. work towards Rotary Connecting the World. Let our entire District 3190 stay connected To put it in one word, Rotarians in the clubs and come closer together through of RID 3190 during the Rotary Year 2019-20 “SAMEEPA” our special portable ICGF will Dazzle. package and let’s connect with the next generation at the biggest event of the year “Dazzlers” are the shining reflections of the “Nexus 2020 - Next Gen & Us”, the 43rd title given to our batch of District Governors Rotary International District 3190 2019-20 “Torchbearers”. Conference. Rotary Year 2019-20 is a very special year for Dazzlers of 3190 will ensure that the torch of Rotary India as we celebrate 100 years of the torchbearers will keep shining bright. Our Rotary in India. District Team is here to support you all along the way. To celebrate this Centennial milestone, our district has inspired a Pan India Green We congratulate Miracle Maker President Movement through our Rotary ‘Koti Nati’, a Rtn.Vijaykumar Hulikal and Ann.Sheela concept of planting 1 crore tree saplings in the Hulikal for Being the Inspiration and wish revenue districts of our Rotary District. Dazzler President Rtn.M.N.Balachandra and This movement will be spearheaded by other Ann.Usha Balachandra the very best as they districts, Rotary ‘Koti Nati’ may achieve 100 set out to make Rotary Connect the World. Crore tree saplings to celebrate a century of doing good in India. Rtn. Dr. Sameer and Rtn. Dr. Roopa Hariani Each Rotarian can Dazzle by helping Grow District Governor 2019-20 Rotary, involving Family of Rotary, Rotary International District 3190 connecting with other major organizations like the UN and other NGOs to Expand our Reach, Increase our Impact, Enhance Message from the Participation Engagement and Increase our President, RBW ability to Adapt. Rotary Clubs too can Dazzle if they progress towards becoming Effective and Vibrant Dear RBW Rotarian friends, clubs. Greetings from Usha & Myself. I would like Effective clubs grow and sustain membership, to thank each one of you for giving me this implement successful service projects, opportunity to serve in the capacity of contribute to The Rotary Foundation and President, RBW. It is an honor to be President build leadership beyond the club level. of an esteemed Club like RBW . I am proud to have worked with all of you since 1996 and help others, making impact on their lives through our Service. I will strive my best to Board Members 2019 – 2020 uphold the high traditions of our club and keep RBW flag flying high. RBW is known for the Community Service projects making positive difference to the lives of people and this will continue and grow further during my tenure. President Vice President Rtn Balachandra Rtn Rathnam S Other focus areas will be quality membership development, greater involvement of families in Rotary Activities and making RBW a home away from home. Environment projects will receive our attention to make an impact in this area. We shall work together to provide better life for many. Our Sustainable work to address the Immediate PP President Elect needs of the community shall speak by itself Rtn Vijay Rtn Nagesh Babu P V and be the catalyst to enhance our public Hullikal image. The Team 19-20 are all set to go and Dazzle. The team is a combination of the experienced, young and energetic and future leaders. The future team is part and parcel of all decision making to have continuity in a seamless Secretary Treasurer manner. In addition we are fortunate to have Rtn Ashok Kumar S Rtn Bharadwaj the guidance and advice of mentors who are Narayanan the dedicated senior leaders of the club. We will follow the themes given by RI president Mark Maloney “Rotary connects the world” and District Governor Rtn Sameer Hariani “ Be Dazzlers”. Together with your support looking forward Joint Secretary Sgt at Arms to a memorable and productive year, Rtn Kumar Rtn Sharath Sincerely M.N.Balachandra 2019-20 President, RBW Bulletin Editor Rtn Subhashini Jagannath Directors 2019-2020 Vinay Nanda Kumar Lokesha Siddagangaiah Practicing Chartered Auditor Tax Examination Accountant Club Service Youth Service Rtn Raghunandan Rtn Rajesh M S Avinash Aradhya NS Krishna Kumar Software Manufacturing sheet Development metal components and Vocational Service International Service sub assemblies Rtn Rekha Gopal Rtn Dinesh Bellur Gangadharan Shruthi R Community Services Teach & Win Velayudhan Health care – Nutritional Rtn Hariharan S Rtn Latha Sannala Operations Psychology Management Krishna K T Jayasudha Krishnakumar Additional Director Additional Director Transportation Manufacturing sheet Rtn PP Janardhan S R Rtn PP Shantaram G Traffic control Metal components and sub assemblies New Members 2019-2020 Chair Persons 2019-2020 CSR- Rtn Naveen Kolavara TRF- Rtn Sivaram A R Public Image- Rtn Prakash Rao Publicity- Rtn Sampathkumar Iyengar Malini Gauri Brahme Membership Development Committee- Rtn Social Services Practicing Architect Nagesh Babu P V Mentor Council 2019-2020 Rtn Rajendra Rai H Rtn Venkatanarayana G V Rtn Anantharaju K R Rtn Ramesh V R Rtn Parthasarathy D Meetings Review In the month of May meeting was held to discuss and pass the amendments to bye-laws. The final document has been circulated to members through mail. May being a Rotaract month , we had series June has been an eventful month with flag of speaker meets on Rotaractors. On 16th of ship event Koti Nati by Rotary District 3190 May, Rtn Hari and Rtn Narendra spoke about which was conducted in style and substance. being Rotaractors themselves and the Sadguru being a chief guest, the colorful and methods of attracting Rotaractors to become prestigious venue “White Petals” was flooded Rotarians. with enthusiastic Rotarians from all the clubs. On June 1st Sadguru along with DG inaugurated the Koti Nati event. And everyone took oath to take care of the environment and contribute to help plant 1 crore saplings in this year in the region of our district. Taking oath at Koti Nati rd On 23 of May, star Rotractor turned Rotarian PDG Rajendra Rai participated in the meet where Rotaract President and his team spoke of their experiences and what attracted them to being Rotaractors. On 30th May President Elect Rtn Balachandra presented the budget for 2019-2020 and has been accepted by members. Moments from Koti Nati Community Service projects June 2nd COTS Training Program was held at Trinity Isle with full attendance of current and On 14th June 2019,Training the Teachers, future board members under the guidance of under Global Grant 1875236 at DIET center, Senior members. The Directors of various Mandya at 9 am (14th and 15th June). Please avenues of services presented their plans for contact PP Naveen Kolavara for details. the year and it was very interactive session. On 15th June 2019, Class Room Library books distribution, a CSR project of Oracle at DIET center, Mandya at 9 am. Please contact Rtn Hari Srinivasan for details. Moments from COTS Meeting Moments from Mandya Teaching project On 15th June, the current Board hosted Thanks giving Night for its members and their On 22nd June, Bags In Plastic Out project by families. The highlight of this Night is to RBW in association with Malleswaram Social honor the MD of Goldman Sachs Mr Nitin was conducted with a human chain of 350 Shah with PHF.