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Issue 2 Charter Day Special

8th August 2013

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In my second innings as the Bulletin Editor of our Club, the second issue for the Year 201

Like in my previous stint as the Bulletin Editor, this year too I propose to bring out an issue once every month. members, there will be no dearth of articles. forward to contribute articles to the BulletinInternet used to be yet another important sourcesites such as Facebook, information and other matmy finger-tips, to make the Bulletin more informative and interesting

I wish all of you enjoyable reading

Warmly, Latha Bulletin Editor 8th August 2013

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It has been the way of Rotary to focus thought upon matters in which members are in agreement, rather than upon matters in which they are in disagreement

EDITORIAL

In my second innings as the Bulletin Editor of our Club, I am happy to bring out the second issue for the Year 2013-14. Our Club releases bulletins to

with festivities in the club current occasion being the celebration of 13th Charter Day of our Club. I wish all of you VERY HAPPY CHARTER DAY!On this happy occasion, our Club extends its best regards to the Charter President Rtn. Brig. Narayan Nayak, as well as other founding members of our Club.

Like in my previous stint as the Bulletin Editor, this year too I propose to bring out an issue once every month. I am confident that, given the caliber of our

e no dearth of articles. Several members have come forward to contribute articles to the Bulletin, and I am thankful to each one

yet another important source; now with social networking information and other materials are virtually there at

, to make the Bulletin more informative and interesting.

enjoyable reading!

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It has been the way of Rotary to focus thought upon matters in which members are in agreement, rather than upon matters in which they are in disagreement - Paul Harris

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I am happy to bring out to coincide

with festivities in the club – the asion being the

Charter Day I wish all of you

VERY HAPPY CHARTER DAY! On this happy occasion, our Club extends its best regards to the

Rtn. Brig. Narayan Nayak, as well as other founding members of our Club.

Like in my previous stint as the Bulletin Editor, this year too I propose to bring confident that, given the caliber of our

Several members have come , and I am thankful to each one.

now with social networking virtually there at

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It has been the way of Rotary to focus thought upon matters in which members are in Paul Harris

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HISTORY OF ROTARY CLUB OF BHUBANESWAR METRO PP Rtn. Dr. Latha Ravindran

Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro has literally entered into its “teens” this year. It was founded on 29th June 2001, with Rtn. Brig. Narayan Nayak as the Charter President. Although the club is still young, what makes it so unique and vibrant is the choicest composition of its members - former defense personnel, civil servants, academicians and entrepreneurs, who bring in their varied expertise into planning and executing the activities of the club. That a vast majority of its members are either MPHF or PHF, holds testimony to Club’s contribution to Rotary International. The emphasis is on discipline, professionalism and ethical values that have been imbibed as culture of the club since its inception.

Year President Secretary

2001-02 Rtn. Brig. Narayan Nayak Rtn. Col. B.B Satpathy , Rtn. Himadri Mishra

2002-03 Rtn. Brig. S.K Mishra Rtn. Col. B. R Pingali

2003-04 Rtn. Kulamani Deo Rtn. Ajit Mohapatra

2004-05 Rtn. Brig. K Acharya Rtn. Sukanta Kumar Sahoo

2005-06 Rtn. Capt. A.K Pattanaik Rtn. Capt. S. S Mohanty

2006-07 Rtn. S.K.S Narayan Rtn. J.K Tripathy

2007-08 Rtn. Sukanta Kumar Sahoo Rtn. Prof. Gopal Nayak

2008-09 Rtn. Dr. Latha Ravindran Rtn. Swamini Atmaprajnananda Saraswati

2009-10 Rtn. J.K Tripathy Rtn. P.K Panigrahi

2010-11 Rtn. Gopal Nayak Rtn. SP Patnaik

2011-12 Rtn. Capt. SS Mohanty Rtn. Gopinath Sarangi

2012-13 Rtn. Gopinath Sarangi Rtn. BB Nanda

2013-14 Rtn. NC Padhi Rtn. Maj. Gen. Bikash Mohanty

The Club has been focusing on vulnerable sections of the community, who are socially and economically marginalized, such as persons belonging to the deprived class, children and women. The target areas are slums, leper colony, under-developed villages, schools, and other places of public utility. In addition to community service activities such as health camps, blood donation camps, immunization drives and plantation programmes, the Club has implemented some of the most successful projects and activities. The Club continues to claim the distinction of being one among the most vibrant Clubs in the District. It is apt to conclude by quoting Wilfrid J Wilkinson, RI President 2007-08: “The magic of Rotary is that it allows ordinary people to do extraordinary things.”

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Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro ଗ୍ରାମକୁଚାଲ (GaonkuChallo)

In accordance with a decision taken by the RI Dist. 3262, Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro was quick to adopt a village to carry out a number of community need-based activities. Blue print was prepared to chalk out an action plan, which is given below. Introduction

Metro has adopted a village Paikarapur near Bhubaneswar. We have been working in this village for last three years. Some of the activities which have already been carried out by the Club in the village are as follows:

• 2010-11: Establishment of Computer Center • 2011-11: Establishment of Science Laboratory • 2010-11: Enrichment of the Library • 2011-12: Donation of Class room furniture • 2012-13: Donation of ceramic black boards • 2012-13: Drinking Water Project • 2012-13: Formation of RCC

About the Village

• Population: Approximately 6000 • Number of households: Approximately 1000 • Educational facilities: Panchayat High School offering classes up to class X • Distance from the Club: About 20 Kms

Needs of the Village

• Education: Strengthening the School through better facilities like computers, laboratories, library, e-learning, exposition. Physical support in the form of sports facilities, drinking water and toilet facilities for boys and girls.

• Healthcare: The village lacks basic health care facilities. There is a half constructed PHC center but not functional yet.

• Vocational training: As the city encroaches, the people are losing the source of livelihood namely, land. There is a need for providing skills for alternate vocation

• Transport facilities: The village lacks bus service and the villagers face a lot of difficulty in commuting to Bhubaneswar or Jatni

Bhubaneswar Metro will focus on the above areas for uplifting the village.

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Programmes Metro Envisages the following community service programmes in Paikarapur.

• Reconstruction of Health Center • Health Camps in Paikarapur • Classroom Furniture in Paikarapur School • Black Board in Paikarapur School • Provision of Grills in Paikarapur School • Vocational Training in Welding • Vocational Training in Computers • Computer Exposition • Enabling extension of Bus service to Paikarapur • Water Harvesing in Paikarapur High School

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Community Service - on the Lighter Side!

A florist goes to the barber for a haircut and when he goes to pay, the barber says "I can't accept any money, I am doing a community service." The florist is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the Barber goes to open his shop, there is a Thank you Card and a dozen roses waiting at his door. A Cop goes for a haircut. He also goes to pay the Barber and the barber replies: "I am Sorry, I cannot accept money from you; I am doing a Community Service". The Cop is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the Barber goes to open his shop, there is a Thank you Card and a dozen Donuts waiting at his door. A Greek guy goes for a haircut. He also goes to pay the Barber and the barber replies:"I am Sorry, I cannot accept money from you; I am doing a Community Service". The Greek guy of course is very happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the Barber goes to open his shop, he finds…………………….. a dozen Greeks waiting for a haircut !!!

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Three Cheers to TRF !!!

A doctor, lawyer, and a Rotarian in charge of fundraising all die and arrive at the Pearly Gates about the same time. St. Peter tells them they may each have one thing to take with them to Heaven.

The doctor is first, and asks for $1 million. This is given and proceeds to enter Heaven. The lawyer, not to be outdone, asks for $2 million. "Very well," says St. Peter and opens the gate to Heaven for the lawyer.

Finally it is time for the Rotarian, who had just finished a fundraising project for The Rotary Foundation. St. Peter asks him what he would like to take to Heaven. The fundraiser moves up very close to St. Peter, and in a soft voice asks: "If it's not too much trouble, could I just have the names of those two people who were ahead of me in line?” $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Gayatri Mantra is a highly revered Mantra based on a Vedic Sanskrit verse from a hymm of the Rigveda, attributed to the Rishi (Sage) Viswamitra.

Om Bhuurbhuvah Svah tatsaviturvarenyam bhargodevasya dhimahi, Dhiyo yonah prachodayat

Gayatri Mantra should be uttered loudly several times a day (if possible 108 times) to benefit physically, mentally and spiritually, and to reap a rich harvest of overall effectiveness in your daily life.

OM - and State of Being Bhuur sheath, The navel center.

Bhuvah

Svah – I AM ONE WITH GOD heaven. He is all Bliss and blesses His devotees His devotees with happiness. From above the throat center to the thousand petaled lotus. (Saharsav Chakra i.e. the Brain)

Tat – That (Thou Art)

Savitur – The SUN, Creator, Preserver and Shelf LuminouScience.

Varenyam – Most fit to be worshipped. Most choiceworthy

Bhagro – The burning splendor of the Sun that dispels ignorance, and therefore sorrows and miseries.

Devasya – The ‘Deva’, The God, He who is All Bliss, The Joyful one, The shining one, The revealer of all Glory.

Dhimahi – We

Dhiyo – Intellect

Yo – Who

Nah – Our

Prochodayat – May inspire

Hence the Gayatri is unique in that it embodies the three concepts of stotra (singing tand glory of God) dhyana (meditation) and praarthana (prayer)

Gayatri Mantra

Mantra is a highly revered Mantra based on a Vedic Sanskrit verse from a hymm of the Rigveda, attributed to the Rishi (Sage) Viswamitra.

Om Bhuurbhuvah Svah tatsaviturvarenyam bhargodevasya dhimahi, Dhiyo yonah prachodayat - The Rig Vedas (10:62:3)

atri Mantra should be uttered loudly several times a day (if possible 108 times) to benefit physically, mentally and spiritually, and to reap a rich harvest of overall effectiveness in your daily life.

the Infinite beyond Conception, Brahman, Supremand State of Being Bhuur – Protector of the earthy, the material sheath, The life breach of the Universe. From the feet to the navel center.

ah – destroyer of sufferings

I AM ONE WITH GOD – the Spiritual World, one of the other meaning iheaven. He is all Bliss and blesses His devotees His devotees with happiness. From above the throat center to the thousand petaled lotus. (Saharsav Chakra i.e. the Brain)

The SUN, Creator, Preserver and Shelf Luminous, the central mantra of the Solar

Most fit to be worshipped. Most choiceworthy – most adorable, enchanting.

The burning splendor of the Sun that dispels ignorance, and therefore sorrows and

he God, He who is All Bliss, The Joyful one, The shining one, The

Hence the Gayatri is unique in that it embodies the three concepts of stotra (singing tand glory of God) dhyana (meditation) and praarthana (prayer)

By : Brig. S.K. Mishra

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Mantra is a highly revered Mantra based on a Vedic Sanskrit verse from a hymm of

Om Bhuurbhuvah Svah tatsaviturvarenyam bhargodevasya The Rig Vedas (10:62:3)

atri Mantra should be uttered loudly several times a day (if possible 108 times) to benefit physically, mentally and spiritually, and to reap a rich harvest of overall effectiveness in

the Infinite beyond Conception, Brahman, Supreme Lord Protector of the earthy, the material

of the Universe. From the feet to the

the Spiritual World, one of the other meaning is the heaven. He is all Bliss and blesses His devotees His devotees with happiness. From above the

s, the central mantra of the Solar

most adorable, enchanting.

The burning splendor of the Sun that dispels ignorance, and therefore sorrows and

he God, He who is All Bliss, The Joyful one, The shining one, The

Hence the Gayatri is unique in that it embodies the three concepts of stotra (singing the praise

By : Brig. S.K. Mishra

TREE PLANTATION

Our Club carries out tree plantation during the months of July/August

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Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro:

TREE PLANTATION

tree plantation during the months of July/August; here are some interesting

“What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.” - Mahatma Gandhi

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” - Albert Einstein

“Though a tree grows so high, the falling leaves return to the root.” - Malay proverb “Keep a green tree in your heart and perhaps a singing bird will come.” - Chinese proverb

“Whoever loves and understands a garden will find contentment within.” - Chinese Proverb

“That each day I may walk unceasingly on the banks of my water, that my soul may repose on the branches of the trees which I planted, that I may refresh myself under the shadow of my sycamore.” - Egyptian tomb inscription

“Trees are the best monuments that a man can erect to his own memory. They speak his praises without flattery, and they are blessings to children yet unborn.” - Lord Orrery

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Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro: Tree Plantation at IIIT, 7th July 2013

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here are some interesting tidbits.

“What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to

u will understand

“Though a tree grows so high, the falling leaves return to

“Keep a green tree in your heart and perhaps a singing

understands a garden will find

“That each day I may walk unceasingly on the banks of my water, that my soul may repose on the branches of the trees which I planted, that I may refresh myself under the

Egyptian tomb inscription

“Trees are the best monuments that a man can erect to his own memory. They speak his praises without flattery, and

Lord Orrery

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Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro: Minutes of Meetings

1st meeting held on 05/07/2013

Welcome to the start of the new Rotary Year 2013-2014 in the newly created District 3262. The First Meeting was held on 05/07/2013 at 7:00 PM in Hotel Keshari. This meeting was for the Installation Ceremony of the new Office Bearers for 2013-2014.After the National Anthem, Lighting of Lamp and Floral offerings to Paul Harris the ceremony started. The Chief Guest was PDG Rtn Narendra Mishra.Welcome address was given by PP Rtn S.K.S Narayan. The Bulletins were released, new office bearers were installed and the activities of the Club were highlighted. Rtn N.C.Padhi, President for 2013-2014 gave his Vision Statement for the year and this was followed by a presentation of the Action Plan by Maj Gen Rtn Bikash Mohanti, Secretary. Awards were given by the out going President to different members of the Club.PDG Rtn D.Choudhury installed the new member Brig (Dr.) S. Narayan Mohanty. Two new Members namely PDG Rtn Dilip Patnaik and Past IW Chairman Rtn Srinoo Patnaik who joined the club on transfer were welcomed and felicitated. The Bequest Society Member/ Major Donor/MPHF/PHF Certificates were given by DGN Rtn Shiba Prasad Dash. The Chief Guest in his address appreciated the activiities of the Club and gave his best wishes for the incoming team of office bearers. The Sgt-at-Arms Capt Rtn Arati Kar gave the Statistics.The Attendance was a record of 97.The Vote of thanks was given by the President Elect, Rtn P.K.Panigrahi. After the meeting was adjourned all were invited to a Fellowship Dinner.

2nd meeting held on 12/07/2013

After National Anthem, PDG D.Choudhury was welcomed. The minutes of the last meeting was read out and confirmed. 2. A Tree Plantation Programme was held at the I.I.I.T, Gothapatna near our adopted village of Paikrapur. 23 Rtns namely N.C.Padhi. Maj Gen Bikash Mohanti, Dilip Patnaik, Gopinath Sarangi, B.B.Nanda, Srinoo Patnaik, J.K.Tripathy, Sukanta Sahoo, P.K.Panigrahi, Brig N.Nayak, R.K.Patnaik, S.K.S. Narayan, Capt. S.S.Mohanty, Brig S.K.Mishra,K.C.Pattnaik, Abasar Beuria, Brig K.K.Acharya, Brig B.Rautray, S.C.Mohanty ,Gopal Nayak, Niranjan Das, S.P.Pattanaik, Dr. S.N.Mohanty. The members thanked PP Rtn Dr. Gopal Nayak for all the arrangements made. 3.The DG has sent a message asking for details regarding the adopted village. Rtn Dr.Gopal Nayak, Chairman, Service Projects, was requested to send the details for submission to the DG. 4. A Vocational Training Program is being started at the Sriharsha Memorial Deaf & Dumb School at Kanan Vihar, Phase1 on 14/07/2013 jointly with the Inner Wheel Club.Four Sewing machines are being provided .It will be a sustainable program as there are two teachers in the school. The program is being inaugurated by the DG. All were requested to attend .Different responsibilities and duties were assigned to all concerned members, 5. An offer from an international partner for the project in the Leprosy Colony earlier initiated by IPP Gopinath Sarangi has been received. This has been referred to Rtn Sarangi to prepare a Project report. 6. Brig Sailesh Narayan Mohanty was requested to give a talk on Tele Medicine on 26/07/2013.

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3rd meeting held on 19/07/2013

After the National Anthem PDG D.Choudhury was welcomed. The Minutes of the last Weekly Meeting held on 12/07/2013 was read out and confirmed by the house. 2. The Rotary Club of Balasore on Sea is hosting the District Leadership Seminar to be held on 21st July 2013 at 9:00 AM at Hotel Venya Paradise, O.T Road, Balasore. The Members were requested to participate in large numbers. 3. Invitations for the Installation ceremonies of various clubs have been received and these have been circulated among all the members. 4. A Vocational Training Centre at the Sri Harsha Memorial Deaf and Dumb School, Kanan Vihar, Phase 1, jointly sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro and the Inner Wheel Club of BBSR Metro was inaugurated on 14/07/2013 at 11:30 AM. Four Sewing Machines, two each by the RC BBSR Metro & the Inner Wheel Club have been installed. The School has two teachers to impart the training and as such it will be a sustainable Project. The function was attended by all the teachers and the students of the school. A public meeting was held where the students and the staff were explained about the Project by the President, Chairman Service Project, First lady of the District & the President, Inner Wheel. Sweets sponsored by Rtns Brig S.K.Mishra & R.K. Patnaik were distributed among the students. The function was attended by Rtns. N.C.Padhi, President, Gopal Nayak, Sukant Sahoo, S.K.S Narayan, Brig. S.K.Mishra, Brig. Routray, Brig N.Nayak, J.K.Tripathy, Navin Sarma, P.K.Panigrahi, S.S.Mohanty, Nalini Sarma, Rtn. B.B.Nanda, Rtn. Brig Sailesh Narayan Mohanty and the members of the Inner Wheel. 5 .An Action Plan for the projects at the Village Paikrapur has been sent to the DG. 6. An offer of US $ 2000.00 has been received from the Rotary Club of Miami, Florida for the Leprosy Project. IPP Rtn Gopinath Sarangi was requested to come up with a plan of action. 7. Rtn PP. Dr. Gopal Nayak was requested to arrange for a Medical Camp at Paikrapur. 8.Rtn. Dr. B,Ravindran was requested to arrange for a Tree Plantation Project.

4th meeting held on 26/07/2013

After National Anthem, PDG D.Choudhry was welcomed. The Minutes of the Third Weekly Meeting which had been circulated was read out and confirmed by the House. 2. The Message received from the DG regarding the Inter-District Conference at Nepal was read out in the meeting. This had earlier been circulated among all the members of the Rotary club. All were requested to register with Travel link the Travel Agent identified by the RID 3262 and finalize plans for their trip accordingly. 3. The invitations for the Installation Ceremony received from various rotary clubs have been circulated among all the members. 4. Rtn G.R.Das was felicitated and was presented with PHF Certificate and pin. 5. The First Board Meeting was held on 26/07/2013 and the following decisions were taken: (i ). A Tree Plantation would be organized at the Syed Mumtaz Ali High School at Jadupur on 04/08/2013. (ii). Rtn. Gopal Nayak has been requested to arrange for a Medical Camp at Paikrapur on 11/08/2013. (iii). The Flag Hoisting function on the Independence Day on August 15 2013 will be held at the Sri Harsha Memorial Deaf & Dumb School in Kanan Vihar, Phase 1. (iv). Rtn Sukanta Sahoo was requested to arrange for a Blood Donation Camp on 18/08/2013. (v). The Debate Competition, Essay Competition, Singing & the Quiz Competition will be organized in September as was done last year. (vi). The Charter Day would be observed on 09/08/2013.

(vii). A proposal for sponsoring training in Software has been received from the C.V.Raman Institute and Rtn. Latha Ravindran has been asked to follow it up and present it to the House on 16/08/2013. (viii). It was decided not to follow up the proposal of the International Partner for the Leprosy Project. 6. Rtn Brig (Dr). S.N.Mohanty gave a talk on Teleis to make Medical Care available in remote arewould be designated Pharmacists and the Net Work would be managed by an organization through an independent server. There was considerable floor participation and Dr. Mohanty was requested to examine theof extending this facility to our adopted village in the Pilot Project. The President thanked Dr. Mohanty for his excellent and lucid presentation.

First Board Meeting held on 26/07/2013

The First Board meeting of Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Metro for 201326/07/2013 at 06:30 PM at Hotel Keshari.The Meeting was attended by Rtns N.C.Padhi (President), IPP Gopinath Sarangi, Vice President B.B.Nanda, SKS Narayan, Sukant Sahoo, J.K.Tripathy, Prabhat Kumar MohantSasanka Mohanty and S.P.Patnaik.

After discussions the following decisions were taken:1. Tree Plantation on 04/08/2013 at Syed Mumtaz Ali School,Jadupur. Rtn J.K.Tripathy to kindly liaise with the school authorities and arrange for thR.C.Ray. 2. A Blood Donation Camp may be arranged by Rtn Sukant Sahoo on 18/08/2013.3.Independence Day Flag Hoisting will be held at 9:00 AM on 15/08/2013 at the Sri Harsha Memorial Deaf & Dumb School at Kanan Vihar, Phase 1. Rtn Latha Ravindran to arrange.4.Rtn Prabhat Kumar Nanda & Rtn. J.K.Tripathy were requested to arrange the Debate, Essay, Singing, Quiz competitions in September at the Mumtaz Ali School as was done last year.5.Charter Day would be celebrated on 09/08/2013. All the past Presidents would contribute for the function. Chairman Club Administration was requested to arrange the function.6.Rtn Gopal Nayak has been requested to fix up a Medical Camp at Paikrapur School. Rtn Sukant Sahoo will liaise with doctors/arrange medicines in coordination with Rtn Gopal Nayak.7. Rtn. Latha Ravindran was requested to follow up with the proposal received from the CVRaman Institute and present it before the house.8.It was decided not to accept the offer ofProject. Rtn. Latha Ravindran was requested to send a suitable reply.9. IPP was requested to get the audit of the accounts of the previous year done.*******************************************

Respect .....

(vii). A proposal for sponsoring training in Software has been received from the C.V.Raman Institute and Rtn. Latha Ravindran has been asked to follow it up and present it to the House on 16/08/2013. (viii). It was decided not to follow up the proposal of the International Partner for the Leprosy Project. 6. Rtn Brig (Dr). S.N.Mohanty gave a talk on Tele- Medicine. The main aim of this National Program is to make Medical Care available in remote areas in a standardized and a calibrated manner. There would be designated Pharmacists and the Net Work would be managed by an organization through an

There was considerable floor participation and Dr. Mohanty was requested to examine theof extending this facility to our adopted village in the Pilot Project. The President thanked Dr. Mohanty for his excellent and lucid presentation.

First Board Meeting held on 26/07/2013

ub of Bhubaneswar Metro for 2013-2014 was held on 26/07/2013 at 06:30 PM at Hotel Keshari. The Meeting was attended by Rtns N.C.Padhi (President), IPP Gopinath Sarangi, Vice President B.B.Nanda, SKS Narayan, Sukant Sahoo, J.K.Tripathy, Prabhat Kumar Mohanty, Latha Ravindran,

After discussions the following decisions were taken: 1. Tree Plantation on 04/08/2013 at Syed Mumtaz Ali School,Jadupur. Rtn J.K.Tripathy to kindly liaise with the school authorities and arrange for the plantation. Trees are being arranged by Rtn

2. A Blood Donation Camp may be arranged by Rtn Sukant Sahoo on 18/08/2013. 3.Independence Day Flag Hoisting will be held at 9:00 AM on 15/08/2013 at the Sri Harsha Memorial

n Vihar, Phase 1. Rtn Latha Ravindran to arrange. 4.Rtn Prabhat Kumar Nanda & Rtn. J.K.Tripathy were requested to arrange the Debate, Essay, Singing, Quiz competitions in September at the Mumtaz Ali School as was done last year.

brated on 09/08/2013. All the past Presidents would contribute for the function. Chairman Club Administration was requested to arrange the function. 6.Rtn Gopal Nayak has been requested to fix up a Medical Camp at Paikrapur School. Rtn Sukant

aise with doctors/arrange medicines in coordination with Rtn Gopal Nayak. 7. Rtn. Latha Ravindran was requested to follow up with the proposal received from the CVRaman Institute and present it before the house. 8.It was decided not to accept the offer of contribution from the International Partner for the Leprosy Project. Rtn. Latha Ravindran was requested to send a suitable reply. 9. IPP was requested to get the audit of the accounts of the previous year done. **********************************************************************************

Respect .....Truly Inspirational Currently, the Newspapers are carrying loads of information about organ donation. Here is a story, which is so inspirational……. 1st and 2nd picture - Father and Mother kissing their dead baby and saying Goodbye to her... 3rd picture - Why are all doctors and other medical staff bowing in front of her? Because, by donating her kidney and liver, this sweet little baby has saved the lives of two other children in SPEECHLESS MOMENT, INDEED……

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(vii). A proposal for sponsoring training in Software has been received from the C.V.Raman Institute and Rtn. Latha Ravindran has been asked to follow it up and present it to the House on 16/08/2013. (viii). It was decided not to follow up the proposal of the International Partner for the Leprosy Project.

Medicine. The main aim of this National Program as in a standardized and a calibrated manner. There

would be designated Pharmacists and the Net Work would be managed by an organization through an

There was considerable floor participation and Dr. Mohanty was requested to examine the feasibility

2014 was held on

The Meeting was attended by Rtns N.C.Padhi (President), IPP Gopinath Sarangi, Vice President y, Latha Ravindran,

1. Tree Plantation on 04/08/2013 at Syed Mumtaz Ali School,Jadupur. Rtn J.K.Tripathy to kindly Trees are being arranged by Rtn

3.Independence Day Flag Hoisting will be held at 9:00 AM on 15/08/2013 at the Sri Harsha Memorial

4.Rtn Prabhat Kumar Nanda & Rtn. J.K.Tripathy were requested to arrange the Debate, Essay, Singing, Quiz competitions in September at the Mumtaz Ali School as was done last year.

brated on 09/08/2013. All the past Presidents would contribute for the

6.Rtn Gopal Nayak has been requested to fix up a Medical Camp at Paikrapur School. Rtn Sukant

7. Rtn. Latha Ravindran was requested to follow up with the proposal received from the CVRaman

contribution from the International Partner for the Leprosy

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Currently, the Newspapers are carrying loads of information about organ donation. Here is a story, which is so

Father and Mother kissing their dead

medical staff

this sweet little children in next ward.

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MY TRYST WITH LORD YAMA

Lord Yama makes his final call to living beings. At least that is what the Puranas tell us or makes us belief. Since religion is on faith, one has to believe it as we believe in any God or Goddess. We do not have anything to disprove. We have no answer for mighty Tsunami or cyclone in Bay of Bengal or for that matter anywhere in this earth. Since it cannot be explained with any scientific proof, it takes the shape of gospel truth.

I have a peculiar habit from my very childhood. I take everything very seriously. It encompasses to all walks of life. When I do anything I do it with full concentration and faith. Whether it is bad or good, I do not know. Everyone has his own version on it including my near and dear ones. Who is correct or who is incorrect, I cannot say but the end result is that I have suffered on many an occasion including with my tryst with Yama.

One day, I was concentrating and seeing Lord Yama. He appeared with his big moustaches, his favorite weapon in right shoulder and riding his chariot buffalo. His facial expression was business like. He stared at me for sometimes and then spoke in a horse voice, “well why did you call me?”.

I boldly replied that “I want to visit your kingdom. Can you take me there right now? I am eager to see and compare it with what I have read in books of wisdom”.

“What you have read, I do not know but I can describe it to you. The place is called HELL but it is fully well equipped to take care of all types of peoples living in this planet. Each cell is earmarked depending on what type of person the visitor is. The congenial liars are different than the liars who lie for betterment of society. Take the case of Yudhistir of Mahabharat fame who did not deny the death of the elephant- Aswathama. The said character behaved as Aswastama and misused the Brahmastra to wipe out the mankind from this world”.

I was taken aback at his knowledge on Mahabharat. I continued to stare and he disappeared in the same manner he had appeared.

But my desire to visit his empire remained unfulfilled.

I still wish that he should have taken me to his abode.

- by Gopinath Sarangi MPHF

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Doubly Sure

A man and his ever-nagging wife went on vacation to Jerusalem . While they were there, the wife passed away.

The undertaker told the husband, "You can have her shipped home for $5,000, or you can bury her here, in the Holy Land , for $150."

The man thought about it and told him he would just have her shipped home.

The undertaker asked, "Why would you spend $5,000 to ship your wife home, when it would be wonderful to be buried here and you would spend only $150?"

The man replied, "Long ago a man called Jesus Christ died here, was buried here, and three days later he rose from the dead. I just can't take that chance."

Rtn. Capt. Navin Sarma - (navinsarma@hotmail.com)

Heroes who have sent politicians scurrying for coverMumbai Mirror | Jul 13, 2013

PILs filed by S N Shuklaverdict by the Supreme Court on disqualification of convict netas.Advocate Satya Narain Shukla would rue the fact that he was not present in the Supreme Court the day it announced that convicted MLAs and MPs would havewith advocate Lily Thomas had filed a writ petition to the apex

court in 2005, asking the court to look into the matter.

"My only disappointment with the order is that the judges have given some allowance for pending appeals," said Shukla, a 1967-batch IAS officer who now lives in Lucknow.plea in the apex court, says he got the brainwave to challenge the provisions of subsection 4 of Section 8 of the Representation of the People's Act soon afterthat disqualified a convicted person in the 2001 Kerala assembly elections.

"I filed a writ petition within three months, arguing if convicted candidates can be disqualified, why should they be allowed to hold elected the PIL to get listed and heard. The petition was clubbed along with a petition filed by 85advocate Lily Thomas, who filed a similar plea six months after Shukla filed his petit

Senior advocate Fali Narimal, who appeared for Shukla and Thomas, said Shukla dug up assembly debates. "That really helped our case," he added.

However, Shukla and Thomas were worried the government would move the constitution bench to strike down the order. "The government will first ask for a review of this order and then may file a counter-petition," said Shukla, adding he will move the apex court if there are plans to challenge the order.

While speaking on the order, Shukla said it flows from thhas to be a voter. "Prisoners cannot be voters," he said, but cautioned the ruling could be misused by political rivals, "you can be jailed for a day and prevented from filing your nomination papers

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INDIA TODAY

Sir, because of increase in the price rise of essential items like petrol diesel, LPG, fruits, vegetables, cereals, pulses, etc., and depreciating Rupee, my house owner has raised my monthly rent by Rs. 1000 !!

Heroes who have sent politicians scurrying for cover Mumbai Mirror | Jul 13, 2013

PILs filed by S N Shukla and Lily Thomas led to the landmark verdict by the Supreme Court on disqualification of convict netas.Advocate Satya Narain Shukla would rue the fact that he was not present in the Supreme Court the day it announced that convicted MLAs and MPs would have to forfeit their posts. Shukla, along with advocate Lily Thomas had filed a writ petition to the apex

court in 2005, asking the court to look into the matter.

"My only disappointment with the order is that the judges have given some allowance for pending batch IAS officer who now lives in Lucknow. Shukla, who argued his

plea in the apex court, says he got the brainwave to challenge the provisions of subsection 4 of Section 8 of the Representation of the People's Act soon after a Supreme Court order in January 2005 that disqualified a convicted person in the 2001 Kerala assembly elections.

"I filed a writ petition within three months, arguing if convicted candidates can be disqualified, why posts if they are guilty?" he said. It took another eight years for

the PIL to get listed and heard. The petition was clubbed along with a petition filed by 85-advocate Lily Thomas, who filed a similar plea six months after Shukla filed his petition.

Senior advocate Fali Narimal, who appeared for Shukla and Thomas, said Shukla dug up assembly debates. "That really helped our case," he added.

However, Shukla and Thomas were worried the government would move the constitution bench to he order. "The government will first ask for a review of this order and then may file a

petition," said Shukla, adding he will move the apex court if there are plans to challenge the

While speaking on the order, Shukla said it flows from the fact that if one contests an election, he/she has to be a voter. "Prisoners cannot be voters," he said, but cautioned the ruling could be misused by

ou can be jailed for a day and prevented from filing your nomination papers

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INDIA TODAY (Source: dinamani.com)

Sir, because of increase in the price rise of

etc., and depreciating Rupee, my house owner has

Sir, people have gathered here that you will give them food for 5 Rupees !!!

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and Lily Thomas led to the landmark verdict by the Supreme Court on disqualification of convict netas. Advocate Satya Narain Shukla would rue the fact that he was not present in the Supreme Court the day it announced that convicted

to forfeit their posts. Shukla, along with advocate Lily Thomas had filed a writ petition to the apex

"My only disappointment with the order is that the judges have given some allowance for pending Shukla, who argued his

plea in the apex court, says he got the brainwave to challenge the provisions of subsection 4 of a Supreme Court order in January 2005

"I filed a writ petition within three months, arguing if convicted candidates can be disqualified, why t took another eight years for

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Senior advocate Fali Narimal, who appeared for Shukla and Thomas, said Shukla dug up assembly

However, Shukla and Thomas were worried the government would move the constitution bench to he order. "The government will first ask for a review of this order and then may file a

petition," said Shukla, adding he will move the apex court if there are plans to challenge the

e fact that if one contests an election, he/she has to be a voter. "Prisoners cannot be voters," he said, but cautioned the ruling could be misused by

ou can be jailed for a day and prevented from filing your nomination papers."

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Great information!! Cinnamon and Honey...!

Drug companies won't like this one getting around. Facts on Honey and Cinnamon: It is found that a mix of honey and cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also note honey as very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without side effects which is also a plus. Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients.

HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, put it on toast instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol and could potentially save one from heart attack. Also, even if you have already had an attack studies show you could be kept miles away from the next attack. Regular use of cinnamon honey strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as one ages the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and the veins. ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients can benefit by taking one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken daily even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week (out of the 200 people so treated) practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain -- and within a month, most all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis now started walking without pain. BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder....who knew? CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol-could be cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol. COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses, and it's delicious too! UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also is said to clear stomach ulcers from its root. GAS: According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that when Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas. IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and

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protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles (where DNA is contained) to fight bacterial and viral diseases. INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural 'Ingredient' which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu. LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of boiling water to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans increase and even a 100 year old will start performing the chores of a 20-year-old. RASPY OR SORE THROAT: When throat has a tickle or is raspy, take one tablespoon of honey and sip until gone. Repeat every three hours until throat is without symptoms. PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root. SKIN INFECTIONS:Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin Infections. WEIGHT LOSS:Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet. CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month. FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, even when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, when taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M., the vitality of the body increases within a week. BAD BREATH: People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day. HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing.

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A man with four wives, Died giving Logic of Life.. He loved his fourth wife the most and took a great care of her and gave her the best. He also loved his third wife and always wanted to show her off to his friends. However, he was

always had a fear that she might runaway with some other man.

He loved his second wife too. Whenever he faced some problems, he always turned to his second wife and she would always help him out.

He did not love his first wife though she loved him deeply, was very loyal to him and took great care of him.

One day the man fell very ill and knew that he is going to die soon. He told himself, "I have four wives with me. I will take one of them along with me when I die to keep company in my death."

Thus, he asked the fourth wife to die along with him and keep company. "No way!" she replied and walked away without another word.

He asked his third wife. She said "Life is so good over here. I'm going to remarry when you die". He then asked his second wife. She said "I'm Sorry. I can't help you this time around. At the most I can only accompany you till your grave." By now his heart sank and turned cold.

Then a voice called out: "I'll leave with you. I'll follow you no matter where you go." the man looked up and there was his first wife. She was so skinny, almost like she suffered from malnutrition. Greatly grieved, the man said, "I should have taken much better care of you while I could have!"

Actually, we all have four wives in our lives.

a. The fourth wife is our body. No matter how much time and effort we lavish in making it look good, it'll leave us when we die.

b. The third wife is our possessions, status and wealth. When we die, they go to others. c. The second wife is our family and friends. No matter how close they had been there for us when

we're alive, the furthest they can stay by us is up to the grave. d. The first wife is the our soul, neglected in our pursuit of material wealth and pleasure. It is actually

the only thing that follows us wherever we go.

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BELATED HAPPY FRIENDSHIP DAY ! HERE'S A TOAST TO FRIENDSHIP FELLOWSHIP!!!!!! A Guy went to a Bar & orders 3 mugs of Beer and was drinking one by one from every mug. Bar attendant asked him the reason. Guy said: We were 3 friends & each of us is in different cities now and we had decided that all 3 of us will drink always like this. This went on for years... Once the guy came and asked only for 2 mugs. Bar attendant consoled him, asking whether anyone is no more/passed away. The guy said “No, no……all are very much alive, “ACTUALLY, I HAVE QUIT DRINKING!”

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Happy Anniversary! May your marriage be blessed with Love, Joy and Companionship For all the years of your lives!

Mrs. Bijaylaxmi Bishayi & Rtn. HKS Verma 1st

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY (ROTARIANS)

Wishing you a cheerful and delightful birthday

Brig. Saran K. Mishra 6th

Pradipta Kumar Panigrahi 15th

Dr. B. Ravindran 28th

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Inner Wheel Members)

You are such a special Friend, Who deserves a special day, For being who you are and Bringing joy in every way. You make us smile and laugh, with everything you do, So today we get to send a special Birthday wish to you!

Manasi Tripathy 25th

Saswati Patnaik 1st

Rubi Chatterjee 8th

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LIFE IN METRO

Joint Installation Ceremony, 5th July 2013-07-29

Inauguration of the Vocational Training Centre at Sriharsha Memorial School, 14th July 2013

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