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lsok Rotary Club of Kanpur Greater Volume XVI |Issue 4 |June 2019




R.I. District 3110 Club No. 31444

TB is one of the top 10 causes of death
TB 10-15 other people through close contact, so
worldwide. People with active TB can infect
by curing a patient we save a whole family.
The centre is all set to roll out financial
support services to tuberculosis patients
providing Rs. 500/-per month to each patient.
CLINIC To avail this monetary benefit patients have to
provide their Aadhar Unique Identity
Number and bank account details. RCKG
Afsar Ali ATT cured
Two of his daughters were team has been successful in collecting the
also cured by our medicines details of more than 120 patients. Dr Rajeev
Kackker is providing help in filling the form
online. Members from DOT centre visited the
clinic to take necessary details and started the
process of verification by calling the patients.
This year we started with 96 ATT and 8 MDR MILEST
patients. At present we have 135 ATT and 16
MDR. It gives us immense satisfaction and
happiness to inform the Club that we were
able to treat 54 ATT and 7 MDR patients
through our clinic. Out of 137 patients
registered with us from 3rd July’18 to 28th
May ‘19, 96 are under treatment, 2 have been
shifted to MDR, 4 completed their treatment
and there were 35 defaulters., We have
handed over the list of these defaulter patients
along with their details to the DOT centre.
They were thankful and happy to have the list
Saurabh Singh from IIT colony New patient with a bone TB node Improvement within 1 month and now will follow up with the patients.
I am thankful to my team of Volunteers who
have been helpful in the running of the clinic.
Ann Sangeeta Kapoor for keeping a track of
medicines and arranging them. Her
contribution is remarkable. Ann Rekha Vaid,
Ann Poonam Gupta, Ann Piyushi Oswal, Ann
Surabhi Dixit, Ann Manju Saraf & Ann
Sandhya Mohla are the backbone of the TB
project. Thank You for your support and
dedication.
Ann Ritu Tandon
Director TBMDR Clinic


Editor's Desk whenever required. Above all I
express my sincere gratitude to
the RCKG family for their
Hello Dear Member,
appreciation and good wishes
Another remarkable year has come to an end and the
which helped in making this
Club is glad itself for another grand year. The journey smooth and pleasant.
responsibility as Editor Milestones was indeed "Some people want it to happen, NES
enjoyable.
some wish it would happen but
I am very grateful to our President Major Donor Rtn some are Rckgians, they
Neeraj Gupta and First Lady Ann Nikita Gupta for MAKE IT HAPPEN"
this great opportunity and for the encouragement Wishing our next Editor Ann Ruchi Agarwal a bright
and being there at all times. Heartfelt thanks to Rtn year ahead, full of entertainment and fun. Have a
Sudhir Parswani for guiding me, especially at the
successful year 2019.
release of every issue. Rtn Gopal Bhargava needs a
God bless all!!!
special mention for the abundant support and
Happy Reading!!!
valuable suggestions. Our Secretary Rtn Prashant
Garg also needs a big applause for his great help Ann Karishma Parswani
Make it Happen... 2018-19 ROSCARS Awards...
Streaming Live

DIABETES






CLINIC









he ground was Rotary Club of thereafter saved in computer program / with Dr. J.L. Rohtagi Eye Memorial
Kanpur Greater and the captain PHF patients data's. All the relevant data's like Hospital, Where we examined our 100
TRtn. Nikhil Tandon (20-20). He address, age, contact telephone no. Etc. are patients particularly their retinas to screen
asked his team mates to formulate and start noted and fed in our computer records out diabetes related complications. The two
a 2nd long term game during his term. PHF For the new patients, Dr Yagnik provides 7 patient's cataract was also operated
Rtn. Dr. Pankaj Tandon suggested a new days medicines to monitor. On the next successfully.
project with a long term vision for the visit if he observes improvement in his Countless lives can be saved by common
RCKG team. The control board and team diabetes, he continued medicines for people in case of emergencies (even before
think tank decided on starting a new another 15 days and thereafter on monthly medical help can reach) by the simple
diabetes control and treatment program for basis. technique of CPR-cardiopulmonary
the weaker and underprivileged section of resuscitation. With the aim of teaching this
At the time of his or her first attendance
our society. An external coach / expert Dr. simple life saving methods we invited an
and on all subsequent visits at our clinic
Deepak Yagnik, an authority and leading
routine blood sugar, weight and blood expert to demonstrate and teach this on
expert in diabetes management was roped
pressure checking is done for all the dummies at our diabetes clinic on Saturday
in to provide his services. The stadium was 15-09-18. Even if we manage to save a
patients by trained person. The files with
offered by PHF Rtn. Vijay Parikh and the single life or spread the awareness it will be
all the basic ground work & readings are
equipments in the form of medicines at a fruitful effort.
sent to Dr. Deepak Yagnik's Chamber and
discounted rates was provided by Rtn.
he thoroughly examines each patient and On behalf of RCKG, I personally thanks Dr.
Rishi Kapoor (President Elect 20-21).
prescribes the relevant medicines for Deepak Yagnik who is serving this society
The program soon became a huge success diabetes, kidney and blood pressure. The without any personal financial interest only
during the first year. We had treated 121 medicines are then distributed after empty on humanitarian ground, Rtn. Rishi Kapoor
patients which has grown up to 600 wrappers of the previously used medicines to arrange medicines on such a low cost by
patients by the end of this year. An increase are surrendered by the patients. This use of his good offices and the program
in TRP fourfold in three years. ensures that the patient has indeed mentor PHF Rtn. Pankaj Tandon who
As the number of patients increase, we consumed the medicines and prevents always guided me as when feels necessary
shifted to larger, better equipped and air- misuse. The wrappers are stamped For for the betterment of this project and our
conditioned stadium / venue at 2nd floor RCKG only not for sale. president Rtn. Neeraj Gupta who always
Chandralok Complex, Birhana Road The stress on the holistic treatment of bestowed confidence and supported me at
courtesy our president Major Doner MPHF diabetes & hypertension and we advice the every stage.
Rtn. Neeraj Gupta at the beginning of this patients on diet, life style changes and tips Last but not the least my one of the best
year. on prevention of complication. friend & Rtn. Rakesh Kapoor, who helps in
Patients started assembling right morning It is an established fact that the diabetes running this clinic every Saturday , also
5 'O' Clock & keep their files in a planned also affects the eyes sight, heart along with taken complete charge of diabetic clinic. I
manner on first come first basis. These kidney. Unfortunately a lack of awareness personally thank Rtn. Rakesh Kapoor from
patients belong to Unnao, Kanpur, Urai even in the educated section of our society. the bottom of my heart for his selfless
Kannauj and other nearby districts . We Hence, we organized an eye health check support.
start recording their weight, Blood Pressure up camp on 7th April'19 (Sunday) at Shree MPHF Rajiv Agarwal
& Random Sugar. These records are first Kothari Gujarat Bhawan, in association Director Diabetic Clinic
physically recorded in a note book &

RCKG Free Eye Checkup Camp




07.04.2019


































jks- jktho vxzoky
jks- jkds'k diwj

Members Day Out at 08.05.2019 ur Club has been working to help children with disabilities,

this year our involvement was more in schools for deaf and
RCKG Jyoti Badhir Vidyalaya Omute children.
We tried to identify those areas where limited resources could lead to
significant gains for the children, towards this end we provided
computers and are contributing to salaries of computer teacher in a
school for deaf and mute children at Saket Nagar, the objective is that
children become employable and are not a burden to their families.
Another problem area is regularity of attendance as parents of
children are not able to incur expenses related to commuting of
children, we are also contributing for this purpose, the result has
been better attendance.
In deaf and mute school at Bithoor, children coming from far flung
areas could not be admitted due to space constraints as hostel
facilities were available for only 80 children, our members
contributed to building a hall for 20 children, we also gave a roti
making machine which will reduce labour and time and improve
hygiene of food being provided to the children. In this school we are
also taking care of some regular expenses to ensure that operations
can be improved.
In deaf and mute school near P Road a very ambitious project has
been started, we are building an acoustic room which will make a
significant difference to the quality of education , in future we plan to
give audiometer, teleprompter and software for speech therapy for
all round development of speech and identification of hearing loss.
We have also worked with school for the blind where articles of daily
necessity like water cooler, cots ,tables etc were provided in the
school and hostel.
Rtn Vijay Parikh






























Media Applauding RCKG - Ann Anjali Agarwal

I t was 8th May, 2019 when
the Anns got together at
Mocha to get naughty.
Two naughty games made by
the PDs were played in ANN WING
appreciation by the Anns.
The Attendance of this naughty happening was fruitful.
The Anns were divided into four naughty themed teams.
After enjoying the games, the ladies relished some mouthwatering
snacks and drinks.
After a short while Mrs Suman Sharma from Yog Mantra joined us
to give us some useful advise about our health, what changes take
place in our bodys when we cross 40 and what kind of diet we
should follow after we turn 40. She even taught us how to calm
ourselves with the help of Yoga.
The Anns had lovely and refreshing evening.
The project directors were Ann Sobby Saluja and Ann Tripti
Gupta.
Ann Tripti Gupta

Razzmatazz The Retro Evening

n 3rd March, 2019 Public House was all set to host this evening
filled with unparalleled music, dance and glamour. Members
Owho were a part of the singing and dancing troupes stirred with
zeal and energy . The others took to impromptu dance performances to
break a leg and join the merriment.
To kick start the evening, Anns Seema Bhartiya & Neeta Mehrotra, Rtns
Ashok Seth, Rakesh Kapoor, Sandeep Gupta and Rishi Kapoor, set the
stage on fire with their stellar song performance. Their acoustic abilities
left us captivated and invigorated and their song selection one upped our
retro game.
Next in line was the dance game round where each couple was allotted a
prop which was to be used in their dance number. Rtn Raghav and Ann
Chitranshi set the bar high as they moved effortlessly to the tunes of
"Humne Tumko Dekha". Filled with vigour and spark was the performance
by Rtn Vipul and Ruchi Jain who restyled "Dapfli Wale Dapfli Baja" in their
own Andaaz. Taking cue from Nargis and Raj Kapoor, Ann Vijiya and Rtn
Ravi Kapoor took everyone on a romantic journey with their dance on
"pyaar hua ikraar hua".
Rtn Prashant Garg, our forever buoyant Secretary, along with style icon
Rtn Anil Agarwal rocked "Khaeke Paan Benaras Wala" with their funky
dance moves. Celebrating their comradeship were Rtn Shree Ram
Agarwal and Rtn Narendra Dalmia grooving to the tunes of "Yamma
Yamma".
Tangoing together with the dance troupes were our Anchors Rtn Prashant
Garg and Rtn Anil Agarwal along with Rtn Vikas and Ann Kakul Jaiswal.
Last but not the least was the exhilarating performance by the PDs, the
President and the First Lady whose moves added icing on the cake. The
night saw each and every member drop their inhibitions and dance to
their hearts content.
PDs Rtn Tarun and Ann Surbhi Bharti, Rtn Rochak and Ann Ruchi
Rohatgi, Rtn Vikas and Ann Kakul Jaiswal, Rtn Atul and Ann Tripti Gupta
and Rtn Deepak and Ann Piyushi Oswal left no stone unturned to make
this day reminiscent of entertainment and glamour.
Ann Piyushi Oswal

Rotary Holi & Election 30.03.2019


Bura Na Mano Holi Hai









































The results of the elections were disclosed by the election officer
Rtn. Anup Mehrotra infront of DG sir. The New Board 2019-20 was introduced by
Incoming President Rtn. Deepak Oswal






















Governor’s Visit
Respected Governor visited us in our fellowship
program.
The District Governor Rtn Arun Kr Jain along with his
Distt. Secretary and Assistant Distt Governor Rtn Vivek
Garg visited our Club’s fellowship program BURA NA
MANO HOLI HAI.
The district team scrutinised the working of RCKG and
were all praises for the genuine social endevors
conducted by RCKG. The governor took special
cognizance to the fact that we had prepared VANDE
MATRAM video and was astonished to know about the
social video which our club had prepared for rotary.

CKG Holi Get together was held at Rtn.
Prashant and Ann Priyanki Garg's residence.
RThis gettogether was preceeded by the Distt.
Governor’s official visit.
The venue was colourfully decorated right from the
entrance with flowers, kites, tussels aptly justifying
the theme of festivity and celebrative mood.
Members and guests were welcomed and greeted by
all PDs applying Chandan Tilak specially prepared
by Ann Nikita Gupta.
Mouthwatering chat and snacks were served. Live
music and singing were in attendance. Our members
also joined in singing and showcased their talent.
District Governor and his team also enjoyed the
evening with the club members although they had to
leave early due to prior engagements. Special thanks
to Ann Nandita nd First Lady Ann Nikita for
valuable inputs and secretary Prashant Garg for the
venue and helping to get the programme going.
Project Directors for this programme were Rtn
Rakesh Kapoor and Ann Sangita Kapoor ; Rtn Rajeev
Agarwal nd Ann Manju Agarwal ; Rtn Sanjay Gupta
and Ann Poonam Gupta.
Ann Poonam Gupta






















RCKG gave a warm welcome to the member of Rotary Club Kanpur Classic in Holi program

Spring wanderlust : CHINA TRIP

Cheeni Hangover China Trip

14th-21st April, 2019


Loved our Rotary Club of
Kanpur Greaterʼs Spring
Sojourn. . . . . . . . . . . The world is a
book and those who do not travel
read just a page ! Travelling is a
passion, seems like people are most
alive whilst exploring newer lands.
Our visit to the culturally rich,
techno cool, perfection in their arts
and beaming, warm billion
peopleʼs country China was totally awesome to say the least! Itʼs not
the breaths we take but the breathtaking moments we have in our
escapade with life. China is blend of modernity and tradition, hotspot
for globalization, witness to the blossoming and booming. We fell in
love with its modernism, imperialistic grandeur, Fabulous palaces and
well manicured gardens and consumerism!
The black dragon squad of 46 RCKGians sailed in a spirit of
camaraderie, care, concern with friendly banter, melodious








Antakshari, Indian flavours of thepla,
chivda, mathri, laddoos right from
Lucknow's Chatrapati Shivaji
International airport to Delhi's T3 and
there forth to Scintillating Shanghai.
The credit for the path breaking trip
wasenvisioned and meticulously
executed by dynamic Rtn. Alok Lohia
and Ann Kavita, dance in every step Rtn. Mehboob Rahman and Ann
Rushda. Our erstwhile club President Rtn Neeraj with the first lady Ann
Nikita, affable Secretary Rtn Prashant, Ann Priyanki and Nandita bhabhi
all spun colours and flavours so beautiful, we had a dream getaway!
Opening the floodgates of memoirs I reminisce the high points and would
love to share. . . Shanghaiʼs superlative Acrobatics show- It had spectacular
performances of silk rope ballet, circle roll dancing, springboard jumping
etc. The individual and troupe performances had us totally enthralled.
Next was our visit to the verdant, green beauteous Yu Gardens situated
next to the City God Temple. This gave us a glimpse of classic, Chinese
architecture, dragon being the iconic symbol of mandarin power
majestically displayed everywhere !!
Remember folks, the Shanghai skyline which has been celebrated and
highlighted in the popular James Bond movie…Skyfall !
Looking around from the 88th floor, observation desk of Jin Mai Tower, we
had a spectacular 360 view. It's also known as The Golden Prosperity tower
and houses the five star hotel of Grand Hyatt. The skyline gave a beauteous
backdrop to our charming RCKGian Jodis.
The Jade Buddha Temple was a spiritual haven with a mysticism, soulful
tranquility and soak in serenity. I'm sure each one of us felt a glimpse of the
divine. The temple was founded in 1882 with two jade Buddha statues
imported to Shanghai from Myanmar by sea.
Zhujiajiao Floating village was a
marvel to wonder. It is located in the
suburbs of Shanghai and glimmers
like Venice.
China is rich in its varied cultural
heritage and its myriad cultured
imensions delight!! We visited the
pearl factory and jade factory much
to the joy of our feminine squad who
pampered themselves with amazing

indulgences. . . . Pearl necklaces and silk duvets.
Itʼs elegant name - 'Pearl Stream' - the Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town is unique
with old bridges, small rivers shaded by willow trees, quaint and archaic craft
shops which transported us back to the old world charm of China. . . . . full of
antiquity, history and culture
Scintillating Shanghai the world renowned, international metropolis came most
alive and pulsating at night.
The Huangpu River cruise was a wondrous experience. . . . . . seated on the sun
deck one witnesses the old order juxtaposed with the new. Cruising we saw the
landmark Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower and the modern sky scraper SWFC
along the bund illuminated amazingly. Here the RCKGian camaraderie was
indistinct measure with most of us breaking forth in a jig to Bollywood numbers
and revelling in the romanticism of sea, sound and sight!
Wrap up on Shanghai was the RCKG fellowship in full steam at the happening
Mint Bar. We were now looking forward to Beijing Best commercial route of travel
between Shanghai and Beijing are the world famous bullet trains. The bullet trains
are highspeed, worldʼs fastest trains with a speed of up to 350km/h and covered
our distance of 1318 km in 4. 5 hrs. Amazing experience Beijing, Chinaʼs capital is
an amazing, beautiful. historical, political, cultural cauldron. We visited the
Tiananmen Square, symbolic as Peopleʼs liberation point. In fact, it was here that
Chairman Maopro claimed the founding of the Peopleʼs Republic of China.
Around Tiananmen Square, you can see Monument to the People's Heroes, the
National Museum of China, and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall The Forbidden
City, also known as the Palace Museum, was the imperial palaces for 24 Emperors
in the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368 - 1911). It is the most complete and largest
wooden structure complex in China and even in the world. One sixth of all of the
cultural relics in China are in the Palace museum. Accomplished. It was
The Summer Palace served as a resort for the imperial family in the Qing Dynasty w o n d r o u s a n d a w e
(1644 - 1911). inspiring.
Situated on Kunming Lake, it is the best-preserved royal garden in China. The trip was drawing to a
Peking Opera, also called Beijing Opera, is regarded as the quintessence of Chinese close and a Grand Gala
culture. The compelling performance includes the magnificent costumes, facial Dinner was planned at the
makeup, skilled actions, unique vocals and literary stories. JW Marriotʼs Long bar. It
The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a was indeed a befitting finale
World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. Just like a gigantic dragon it winds to a week of sightseeing,
approximately 21,196 kilometers from east to west of China. The Wall we see today palate indulgences and shopping galore. Nandita bhabhi
was mostly built during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644). The thrill of climbing and and Kavita had organised fantastic, fun games that added
conquering the steep incline lit up our Rotarians and Anns like stars with Mission mirth to the merriment. The icing on the cake was Dr Harsh
donning the brats mantle and engaging in cheeky
conversation with witty rejoinders that had all of us in total
splits.
As I close, a few lines resonate in my heart. . . . . a song I hum. .
. . . . . . Mera joota hai japani, yeh patloon englisstaani, sar par lal
topi cheeni, phir bhi dil hai Hindustani!!
Happy flying back home with glad hearts laden with
cherished memories with friends like family !
I close with. . . . . . . Nostalgic surfing of the Spring sojourn
RCKGʼs dragons jet set to Mainland China.
To the land of Ming n Qingʼs grandeur, To the land of
spiritual tranquility n shopping galore. To vintage Beijing
and scintillating Shanghai, To the land of imperialism,
materialism and consumerism !!
To Mission accomplished ...Grand memories abound !!
Au Revoir
Ann Ragini Khanna

Message From The Club President



My fellow Rotarians and Rotary Anns, continuing their unflinching work with
An eventful year is now coming to a close. the Diabetes clinic.
As I look back I am reminded of the day last year when I had I am grateful to Rtn Vijay Parikh for
hesitatingly agreed to lead the new team at RCKG for the session enhancing our efforts to work with
2018-19. I was quite apprehensive, unsure and even reluctant to take Differently Abled Children so that we are
up this onerous task which quite honestly I thought was beyond me. I able to make a difference in their lives.
had never participated very actively in the Club's activities earlier and I am extremely grateful to our dedicated
my extensive travelling left me with little time for the Club. mentors Rtn Atul Kapoor, Rtn Ravi
I was literally pushed by my seniors into accepting the responsibility. Mohla and especially to Rtn Sreeram
And I am so glad I took it up! It has been a great experience and a Agarwal and Rtn Nikhil Tandon for always being there and
very satisfying year for me. guiding us throughout the year.
The wonderful team I got shouldered the responsibilities and made This year Club members and their spouses went on a long and
my task so simple. Like they say – a leader is as good as the team and wonderful excursion to China. Probably for the first time such a
I am indeed fortunate to have had an extremely dedicated, efficient large group went abroad on such a long trip. There was lots of
and supportive team. fellowship and loads of fun and each one of us came back
Nandita Bhabhi and Anil Bhaiya ably handled the club services. All wanting more! Rtn Alok Lohia, ably supported by Rtn Mahboob
project directors worked unflinchingly along with their teams to Rahman, deserves special mention for the meticulous planning
ensure that any project assigned to them was completed successfully and execution of such an enjoyable trip.
and diligently. Nobody said NO to any assignment and did it with I would like to make a special mention of Ann Karishma
utmost love & dedication. Paraswani for ably spreading news about the activities of the
While assuming charge last year, I had said that the focus of the team Club through Milestones. I am sure Ann Ruchi Agarwal who
would definitely be on fellowship but our priority would be to takes over from her for the coming year will continue the good
strengthen the community service programmes. I now look back with work.
some satisfaction that during the year all community service Rtn Bharat Seth is a silent and efficient worker who has ensured
programmes have grown manifold. With the support of the members the Club maintains a sound financial health and has very
the Club spent more than 35 lacs on various community service responsibly managed the finances so that the Club's activities
programmes, through which we were able to reach out to many more could go on uninterrupted.
people. Rtn Prashant Garg deserves special mention. With his witty
I am very thankful to Ann Ritu Tandon and her team of dedicated comments and communication skills he has been able to kindle
Anns for handling the TBMDR project so successfully. great interest and Camaraderie amongst the members. He has
I am thankful to Rtn Rajiv Agarwal and Rtn Rakesh Kapoor for been a great asset to our Club and was always there when
needed. I do look forward to the day he takes up the leadership
of the Club!
I would be failing in my duty if I do not acknowledge the
continued support and active participation of all members of the
Club throughout the year without which we would never have
been able to achieve what we have.
My dear friends, the time has now come to pass on the baton to
the new team headed by Rtn Deepak Oswal, a team which I am
sure will bring renewed vigour and energy to the Club and
continue to keep the flag flying. An able administrator, Rtn
Deepak has been at the helm of affairs of other organizations in
the past, an experience which I am sure, will stand him in good
stead in discharge of his coming responsibility. I am confident he
and his team will take our Club to newer heights. I wish him the
very best for his tenure and would like to reassure him that we
will always be there to support him in his endeavors.
Major Donor Rtn Neeraj Gupta





President : Rtn. Neeraj Gupta
9005094904
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Secretary : Rtn. Prashant Garg
09336116214
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Editor : Ann. Karishma Parswani
09838960777
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On 6th June 2019 a movie show Printed at : Solar Press, Kanpur
was organised for RCKG members
of Salman Khan starrer "Bharat"
where members enjoyed together
and had good fellowship