METRO MUSING 4 (10-11)

Dear Friends,

I am back from USA trip for planning Rotary Coordinators’ Institute in the capacity of Moderator. I was happy to be with RI President (E) Kalyan Banerjee and First Lady Binota Banerjee one more time for a day. His office is on the 18th Floor overlooking Lake Michigan and is beautiful. He has invited any Rotarian from our Club, our District or India to visit him while he is in that office.

I do not want to waste your time with my words as many things have happened like BoD, OCV and Projects. You all will agree with me that each picture is a thousand words. Like me, some of you must have missed these events, so please look at the pictures.

More details later. Enjoy Navratri.

Dr. Manoj Desai
Bulletin Editor

SOME GOOD NEWS

Dear Friends,

You must have already received email from President Premal about September programmes as well as the criteria’s for selecting GSE Team Members for Group Study Exchange with RI Districts 9980 - New Zealand and 1750 - France. So permit me to avoid duplication.

NEWS WORTH SHARING
1. Continue making us proud – Rtn. Alok Desai was invited at MICA to share his experience as an Entrepreneur in "Communications Business." It is noteworthy that MICA has a full fledged "Entrepreneurship Development Centre ( EDC )" that encourages students to embark upon their own enterprises and initiate new age business ventures. Alok was a part of the committee there that formed the centre in 2004 and today it has matured into a full fledged body that helps and assists the youth fulfill their dreams. It must have been a great experience to be with the youngsters to know their aims and aspirations. Congratulations Alok!

2. Rtn. Alok Desai also played an important role in organizing meeting with Dr. Sanjeeth Peter of Dharamsinh Desai Memorial Methodist Institute of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Nadiad on 3rd September in the afternoon. It was one of the important meetings for me as Trustee of RIHF. Not only I met a fine human being but also learnt the meaning of the words “missionary zeal and dedication.” The standard of cleanliness was amazing (I am comparing with other Baroda Hospitals who cater to heart patients). It was a fruitful meeting as he shared his dream and we shared hours. It is possible that we might be working together for a cause that is dear to us.

Dr. Manoj Desai
Bulletin Editor

ATMANIRBHAR CAMP - MEHAMDABAD

Dear Friends,

Kindly go through the pictures to know about Atmanirbhar Camp organized with the help of RC Mehamdabad. They had gone all out and covered 40 villages. Handbills, brochures and mouth-to-mouth publicity did wonders!

The following Members of RCBM were present:

(1). President.Rtn.Premal Smart, (2) Hon.Sec.Mitesh Bhatt (3) Rtn. Nileshbhai Patel, (4) Rtn.Rajan Bhatt, (5) Rtn.P.S.Grower, (6) Rtn. Manisha Bhatt, (7) Rtn. Himansu Rana, (8) Rtn. Hansaben Patel, (9) Rtn.Vijay Bhatt, (10) IPP Dr. Sharmishtha Desai and (11) PDG Dr. Manoj Desai.

Total Number of patients examined and catered to - 183 (On Saturday there were about 120 patients and on Sunday there were 63 patients). Dr.Manoj Desai saw more than 45 patients and Rtn. Manisha Bhatt saw more than 16 patients of various disabilities and gave guidance. 3 patients have been selected for operation.

Pictures would show you new ideas about fellowship over breakfast on the highway and enjoying Chaas at Amul Counter. In the 21st century these are the new fellowships that we are embarking upon.

Regarding the patients, let me be a bit serious as far as patients and Project is concerned as well as experience shared by all. It was a grand success. Stories that our picture tells can bring tears on any onlookers' eyes. It gave tremendous job satisfaction to those who attended. Rotary Club of Mehamdabad has got two Rotarians affected by polio who were so much touched. Chairman Vipul and other Rotarians told me their expression in the following words:
"(1) I had a dream to organize a mega camp. With your help I have fulfilled this dream today.

(2) I had tears in my eyes to see the plight of patients and to be worthy of being a Rotarian

(3) If this is Rotary, I am all for it. Thank you for your help.

(4) Can't we have this meaningful activity every year?"

It was note-worthy that Assistant Governor Hiren shukla remained present all throughout the camp. Kudos to President Dhiren Shah, Secretary Harshidaben and both Vipuls for the painstaking efforts and the wonderful arrangements.

It is a life changing experience friends. The photo of smiling girl - she came to us in crawling position and had never walked in life. After proper analysis and right kind of calipers she walked and Rotarians clapped. That brought smile on her face as new life - human life begins.

DO NOT FORGET - Next BoD Meeting (only for Board of Directors) at Ashish & Rachna Garg's home at 8.00 p.m. on 31st August.

Dr. Manoj Desai

Bulletin Editor.

Can you image Vitamin D deficiency in 21st century?

26TH AUGUST FAMILY MEET

Dear Friends,

A memorable family meeting at Hotel Surya Palace on 26th August, 2010. 29 Rotarians and 6 guests remained present in the meeting. All those who were present said only one thing - Yeh Dil Maange More !

President Premal called the meeting to order sharp at 8.15 p.m. and invited IPP Sharmishtha Desai to recite the prayer that she had said at Montreal Convention, Canada.

After the prayer President gave his short and sweet opening remarks and invited Primary Contact for Atmanirbhar Nileshbhai to give details of Mehamdabad Camp. Nileshbhai informed everybody about his trip to Mehamdabad last Saturday for the planning and preparations.

Then President invited me as I had received correspondence from Vipul from Mehamdabad about their preparation. They have gone to 40 villages personally in four teams of 2 members each. Newspaper coverage cutting received are indicative of good efforts. The District Development Officer and Principals of schools are informed about the camp. They were also provided list of 520 patients registered in the Government record, which have been sent personal letters by Rotary Club. The list was handed over to First Lady for records. Overall it looks good preparation from Rotary Club of Mehamdabad.

Then was the turn for Speaker of the Day - our own Rishiraj Mistry but before that Ann Beejal explained some of the important facets of his creativity and success. Then Rishiraj revealed some of the not known facts and the emerging new trends. He had many questions from the audience, which he answered with utmost honesty and wits. He respected Members demand and showed couple of short videos (Lanxess, One Step, Lock & Key) of 5 minutes and advertisements of 1 & 1/2 minutes. Then for the first time, everyone saw Project Nishtha (Relocation of village Dhutarpar) the way he had perceieved, captured and presented to the world. Naturally he got thunderous applause for the beautiful creation, which has earned accolades from the Rotary world. Some of the 10 year old members members had also never seen the mamoth task that we had undertaken. That was truly saga of service that RCBM clan is known for.

After that came the turn for the master piece, which has earned him accolades and the second prize from Balki (Paa Fame Director) in the recent past. It is a 5 minute short film called "UNHEARD." It was altogether a new experience for all our members.

President himself proposed the vote of thanks to the creative genius of our club. After the meeting ended with singing of the National Anthem, Rishiraj and Beejal were busy answering questions till 10.15.

Everyone enjoyed Rachna's selected menu and relished the food.

NEXT MEETING

Mehamdabad Camp on 28th / 29th August. It has been decided to meet at Rotary Hall, Race Course at 7.30 a.m. It is expected to have more patients and hence more help is needed. Those who can, please do so.

Dr. Manoj Desai

Bulletin Editor

CAREER GUIDANCE PROJECT & ROTARY MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR

CAREER GUIDANCE PROJECT - 18TH AUGUST

The carrier guidance project was carried out by the RCBM, the Nirdesh Education and Research Foundation, headed by Mr. Diwanji and SCOPE represented by Ms. Ami Parikh. & Ex-Vocational Director, Government of Gujarat Mr.Parmar.
Awareness related to various educational and vocational courses was disseminated to the students of class 10th of 200 students and class 12th of 150 students of the Girls high school, Gendigate run by the Muslim Education Trust.
Muslim Education Trust School managed by Muslim Education Trust and one of the Trustee is RCBM member Rtn.Shehnaz Tayyabji and Rtn.Iqbal Haqim is a board member of the Trust.
President Premal Smart highlighted the importance of know various options available before venturing into education or a profession. He also highlighted rotary’s role in such projects.

The following Rotarians were presents:
Pres.Rtn.Premal Smart / Hon.Sec.Mitesh Bhatt / Rtn.Shehnaz Tayyabji
Rtn.Iqbal Haqim / Rtn.Nitin Bhate / Rtn.Meena Kothari / Rtn.Ashish Garg / Rtn.Pinky Patel / Rtn.Leena Smart / Rtn.Manisha M Bhatt

(Report & Pictures - Courtesy Rtn. Mitesh Bhatt)

ROTARY MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR, MEHAMDABAD - 22nd AUGUST

Kudos to Rotary Club of Mehamdabad - a small club in infancy, who hosted the Intercity Meet very well. Hotel Blue Berry at Nadiad was comfortable and cozy place where the Seminar was held. Total number of registrants was about 150. Baroda clubs were represented badly by only 5 persons from Baroda - 3 from RCBM and 2 from RC JW.

Chief Guest Aloke Billore showed the statistics well and was full of new ideas.

DG Devang was oozing with enthusiasm and steered the Intercity Meet in two roles - (1) As DG and (2) As acting Chairman, as Chairman- Membership PDG Dr. Nilax Mufti could not remain present.

AG Pinky Patel was recognized by Governor.

I performed as Moderator for the debate (EREY for Membership - Yes or No). Unfortunately, Rotarians could not produce the fireworks, which was expected din a debate but meaningful suggestions were made by all the participants. Overall it was a good experience. To be honest, if I tell you my impressions about our club's performance then it could be said without hesitation in a Gujarati Proverb - "Ekda Wagarna Minda Nakama." In other words, when President and Secretary are not there, no one wants to come!?

Let me remind you that on 28th / 29th we have Atmanirbhar Camp at Mehamdabad, hosted by RC Mehamdabad. DO NOT FORGET TO ATTEND THAT.

Dr. Manoj Desai

Bulletin Editor

BRIEF BIODATA OF OUR NEW MEMBER - HANSABEN PATEL

BIO-DATA OF OUR NEW MEMBER - HANSABEN PATEL

• She was born and brought up in Mumbai in the family of 5 sisters and 1 brother.
• She studied upto M.Sc. and worked with Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Trombay and S.S.G. Hospital, Vadodara.
• The only female child from her family who studied upto Masters and later spread her wings to the Land of Opportunities called America.
• She migrated to USA way back in 1971 and worked as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the hospitals for more than 30 years.
• At present she is retired and settled here in Vadodara.
• Apart from excellent carreer, she is inclined to know different languages as she has learnt French, German and Sanskrit.
• She has tried her hand in manufacturing Herbal Medicines.
• Her Classification is Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

METRO MUSING 3 (10-11)

Dear Friends,

It was a good meeting which was attended by 24 Rotarians. President Premal started the meeting at 8.15 p.m. and the meeting was over by 9.30 p.m.

President asked everyone to observe silence for 2 minutes after the prayer to pay tribute to 2 departed souls - Prabhakarbhai Smart - his father and father of Vishakha Vrajesh Shah.

President Premal ratified the Board's decisions one after the other (already printed in the last bulletin). Then he invited IPP President Sharmishtha to present last year's accounts. Everyone was happy to see good surplus and significant funds for two of our dream projects - Sanjeevani and Atmanirbhar were earmarked for this year. It was passed unanimously. IPP Sharmishtha was hopeful that now that we have 3 years audited accounts, it would be possible to get RCBM Foundation or RCBM Charitable Trust formation without any hiccups.

She also presented the original revised Charter of our Club to the President, which she had procured last year from Rotary HQ. With this her year comes to an end and everyone applauded her for a wonderful year.

Then President invited AG Pinky Patel to introduce Hansaben Patel who has come back from USA to enjoy her retirement years in India. Her classification will be Nuclear Medicine Scientist. President Premal invited IPP Sharmishtha to induct her officially to our RCBM Clan. The picture depict how happy all of us are.

Then Club Trainer IPP Rajan was invited for the Orientation Programme for new members. Rajan was flawless in his presentation, which was really poetic. He started from Ishopnishad to philosophy of Kabir and ended with a beautiful couplet of Ghalib. He dwelt upon the basic question why I am in Rotary and then highlighted the philosophy of Rotary, which is Fellowship and Service. It would have been better if all the new members would have remained present.

I am sure more such presentations in the times to come will help train the club members in a much better way. It's a new facet that he is showing us when he told that one who invests in logic knows what is the religion. Rotarians know this and they serve as if they are serving the religion called mankind. He ended abruptly as he got a disturbing phone call in between.

Then President called me for presentation on Rotary India Humanity Foundation (RIHF).

In a nutshell, we are dreaming of a rare feat of performing 5000 heart surgeries, 1 crore tree plantations, 10 Rotary Schools, 50 Rotary Eye Hospitals, 400 Check Dams, 30,000 toilet Blocks, 400 Saheli Centres (Vocational Service Centres), Micro Credit and of course not to forget Disaster Management. We have already sent 100 shelter kits to Leh - the famous "3 Idiots" school, which is badly affected. The entire dream has got solid foundation and i.e. 1 lac Rotarians in India to support the cause, which will change the public image of Rotary at large. There were questions about fund raising,etc. which were answered. Finally I ended by saying that we are committed for creating the first ever Permanent Orthetic and Prosthetic Centre at Baroda, for which President Premal, as well as Nileshbhai, have given their consent and our commitment will show results in a short time from now.

The meeting ended with the National Anthem. Everyone enjoyed fellowship over the dinner, which looked quite elaborate (compliments to Rachna Garg). The excellent choice of menu was appreciated by all.

Overall an excellent meeting and I really wished that more members would have remained present for the simple reason that now officially we are going to meet only twice in a month and 2 meetings are given for projects, etc. That is not asking for two much?!

FORTHCOMING MEETINGS / EVENTS

15/08/2010 (Sunday) - Tree Plantation by 7 Clubs of Baroda under VSS Drive at Billabong School, Vadsar Road.

18/08/2010 (Wednesday) - Career Counseling for school children at Muslim Education School, Mughalwada.

22/08/2010 (Sunday) - District Membership Intercity Forum at Mehamdabad.

26/08/2010 (Thursday) - Assistant Governor's visit - Family Meet at 8.00 p.m.

28/08/2010 (Saturday) - Atmanirbhar Camp at Mehamdabad.

Dr. Manoj Desai

Bulletin Editor

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT FOR 2012-13

Tanaka is choice for 2012-13 RI President

Sakuji Tanaka, a member of the Rotary Club of Yashio, Saitama, Japan, is the selection of the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International in 2012-13. Tanaka will become the president-nominee on 1 October if there are no challenging candidates.

Tanaka said he would like to see Rotary "continue its vital work as the force to improve our communities."

To do this work, Rotary needs active, involved clubs, he added. "We are fortunate to have our revised RI Strategic Plan to help build strong clubs that are vibrant, action-oriented, and relevant in the changing world."

For 32 years, Tanaka was president of Tanaka Company Ltd., a wholesale firm that went public in 1995 and later merged with other leading wholesalers in Japan. Currently, he serves as vice president of the Yashio City Chamber of Commerce and adviser to Arata Co. Ltd., an animal feed and pet food wholesaler. He also chaired the National Household Papers Distribution Association of Japan for eight years. Tanaka studied business at Nihon Management Daigakuin and Tokyo Management Daigakuin.

Currently a Trustee of The Rotary Foundation, Tanaka chaired the 2009 Birmingham Convention Committee. His other service to Rotary includes RI director, regional Rotary Foundation coordinator, district governor, and member of the Polio Eradication Advocacy Task Force, the Permanent Fund Committee for Japan, and the Future Vision Committee.

Tanaka established an endowed Rotary Peace Fellowship, and he and his wife, Kyoko, are Paul Harris Fellows, Benefactors of the Permanent Fund, and Major Donors. He is a recipient of RI’s Service Above Self Award and The Rotary Foundation’s Distinguished Service Award.

Tanaka said that eradicating polio will "fulfill the promise we made to children in the world" and that "there is no doubt in my mind that the day of this success will be realized in the near future."

Tanaka and Kyoko have three children and five grandchildren.

The 2010 nominating committee members are John F. Germ, USA (chair); Monty J. Audenart, Canada; Keith Barnard-Jones, England; Peter Bundgaard, Denmark; Frank C. Collins Jr., USA; Rudolf Hörndler, Germany; Jackson San-Lien Hsieh, Taiwan; Umberto Laffi, Italy; Ashok M. Mahajan, India; Gerald A. Meigs, USA; Paul A. Netzel, USA; Samuel A. Okudzeto, Ghana; Kazuhiko Ozawa, Japan; Noraseth Pathmanand, Thailand; Themistocles A.C. Pinho, Brazil; Barry Rassin, Bahamas; and Barry E. Thompson, Australia.

AUGUST BIRTHDAY GREETINGS & GLIMPLES OF ATMANIRBHAR CAMP

GIST OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET OF 31ST JULY

Dear Friends,

Board of Directors Meet was held on 31st July at Hon. Club Secretary Rtn.Mitesh Bhatt’s Residence. The following 16 Members remained present.

Rtn. Premal Smart, Rtn. Iqbal Haqim, Rtn. Dr.Sharmistha Desai, Rtn. Mitesh Bhatt, Rtn. Dr.Manoj Desai, Rtn. Chetan Somani, Rtn. Sudhir Parikh, Rtn. Meena Kothari, Rtn. Manisha M Bhatt, Rtn. Rajan Bhatt, Rtn. Rachna Garg, Rtn. Ashish Garg, Rtn. Alok Desai, Rtn. BharatMehta, Rtn. Leena Smart and Rtn. Manisha R Bhatt

The Gist of the Meeting is as under:

President Rtn. Premal Smart started the meet with the prayer. He briefed the board about the following:
- Submitted the SAR – Current strength of the club is 48, Four Member left the club whereas six new members have been inducted.
- Elaborated Tree plantation and Rain coat distribution projects at Din Dayal Sharma Prathmik School, Channi School and proposed to adopt the school and do concentrated work at one location to make a difference, which was agreed by the BOD.
- Dr. Manojbhai suggested to start “Early Act Club” at Channi School, which is for the age group earlier to Interact, which was agreed by all.
- From the same school, a teacher appealed to help a needy family to pay the fees for their daughter studying in 2nd year PTC. Fees approx. 20,000/- p.a. It was decided that the request will be floated in the club and individually members can come forward to help.
- We have also received an appeal from Shroff Foundation Trust for setting up 14 bedded hospital with labor room and operation theatre at Chhota Udepur primarily for reducing Child & Maternal Mortality.
- It was suggested by Manojbhai & agreed by all that the MG proposal should be made to approach newly formed Rotary India Humanity Foundation. Following is the gist of the project
· Chhota Udepur - One of the most underserved Tribal area where PHC & CHC are not fully functional. Healthcare is in pathetic condition.
· A single private hospital in the area, no secondary level treatment available.
· Nearest special medical services available 60 kms. Bodeli or Jabugam, 90 kms Vadodara.
· No facility for institutional deliveries or immunization.
· No Gynecologist or Pediatrician available.
· Chhota Udepur, 25-30 villages in Pavi Jetpur & 25-30 villages in Kavant – Approx. Population 2,50,000.
· The total project cost is 47.82 Lacs. SFT contribution is 20.18 and are looking for financial support of Rs. 27.63 Lacs for Hospital Equipments, Laboratory Equipments, X-Ray, Sonography Machine, Ambulance and office set-up.

- For Atmanirbhar camp as still Rs. 17.4 lacs are yet to be used, a concentrated efforts by all must be done with other social service groups to have mega camps.
- For Sanjeevni-II, Matching Grant proposal for 3 machines is progressing slow with USA Rotary club. While keeping the line of communication open with them Rtn. Alok has volunteered to try the Australian Club which he had visited during his trip to Australia.
- Progress report of Atmanirbhar Matching Grant submitted to RI should be sent to PDG Ashok Panjwani through PP Rajan Bhatt as our name was mentioned in the pending MG Report Clubs at TRF Seminar SEMINAR.
- It was agreed by all to participate in 7 clubs Rotary Tree Plantation Programme on 15th Aug. Club - contribution is approx. Rs. 2,000/-

- Following changes in the by-laws were proposed and accepted by the BOD:

1. For the member who has been in Rotary for 25 years, has given a year as president and have reached 70 years of age, a special privilege is being offered by which he has to pay only RI, District and Magazine dues to the club and shall contribute the for the food when ever he attend is attending the meetings. By this way, the club is not being taxed and the member gets the benefit.

P.P. P.S. Grover is eligible for the above rule and he will be the first member to get the benefit.

2. It was proposed by President and discussed at length to keep amount of F.D. rest of the dormant funds should be used for the service project. However, the Board has agreed that at least the interest amount of the Fixed Deposits should be used every year for the service projects. The use of F.D. for service project to be discussed and considered in the event of some big project taking shape.

3. The 3rd important amendment in the Club Bylaws was always to follow stewardship, not only for Matching Grants but also for the available recognition point distribution. It is was decided to always inform the same to the Board of Directors and General Body.

- RCBM to create 2 models for Rotary India Humanity Foundation 1) “Atmanirbhar” - Orthotics & Prosthetic Center 2) “Sanjeevni” –Dialysis Center.
- It was discussed and agreed by the Board that the Trust must be formed of RCBM. The name proposed is RCBM Foundation (New Trust). As soon as the 3rd year Balance sheet is audited we should apply for the registration of the trust.
- To visit AASHTHA and NISHTHA Project.
- It was decided to create RCBM Brand at various levels Local, Dist. & International level. PP Alok Desai will take a lead role.
- It was agreed by all that RCBM must have at least 3 yrs. planning which includes office bearers and project planning.
- IPP Dr. Sharmistha Desai presented the Balance sheet for the year 2009-2010 with surplus of Rs. 76,150/-, which was appreciated by all. Board has passed the balance-sheet to be seconded in the 5th Business Meeting.
- Had excellent fellowship and all enjoyed the hospitality of Rtn. Manisha & Rtn. Mitesh Bhatt.

RCBM program for August 2010:
(1) Sunday - 01.8.2010 : Atmanirbhar Camp at Dashrath.
(2) Thursday - 05.8.2010 : Business Meeting – 8.00 p.m. (Dinner Meeting) It is a official visit of A.G. Dr. Pradeep Vaishnav.
- AG address to the club.
- New Member Orientation : Club Trainer PP Rajan Bhatt.
- Induction of Mrs. Hansa Patel.

- PDG Manoj Desai briefing of Rotary India Humanity Foundation.
(3) Thursday - 12.8.2010 : MSP - Career Counseling for school Children. (Details to be provided)
(4) Sunday - 15.8.2010
(A) Tree Plantation of 7 Rotary Club at Vassar Road under VSS drive to plant 1 Lac trees, Rotary Clubs to jointly plant 10000 saplings.
(B) Club Picnic (Nevada Colony) – Details to be provided.
(5) Sat/Sun - 28&29.8.10 : Atmanirbhar Camp with R.C. Mehemdabad at Mehemdabad.

LAST MEETING – Atmanirbhar Camp at Dashrath
12 Members remained present. The number of amputees were more in comparison to caliper needing polio and other patients. Action pictures would be uploaded tomorrow.

Dr. Manoj Desai

Bulletin Editor