Bangalore Southwest

Team Outing

On August 13, 2023, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore Southwest organized a club service project and a team lunch in Cubbon Park. The day began with some ice-breaking exercises that let the group members connect and get to know one another a little better. The team immediately left for Dominos to enjoy a delicious lunch.

Bangalore Southwest

8/13/2023 - 8/13/2023

Rashtra Raksha Rang

For a speaker session on August 15th, the Rotaract clubs of Bangalore Southwest collaborated with Rotaract club of MES college, RI Dist 3192. Mr. Abishek Gope, a former POA of the Indian Air Force, delivered the speech. He discussed his observations on the difficulties and problems that Air Force officers faced while fighting. Additionally, he discussed his experiences as an air force officer.

Bangalore Southwest

8/15/2023 - 8/15/2023

Nuthana

Nuthana, the 8th installation of the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest, marks the beginning of a new strategy, initiatives, and opportunities. It is in the hope of setting new benchmarks, goals, and identities for the Rota year 2023–24.

Bangalore Southwest

7/30/2023 - 7/30/2023

Pragathi Protsaha

For a two-day community service initiative, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore Southwest collaborated with the Rotaract Club of Vidyaranyapura in RI Dist 3192. We visited numerous schools and orphanages to give out stationary kits and spend time with the underprivileged children. The day was jam-packed with joy, laughter, and treasured memories.

Bangalore Southwest

9/11/2023 - 9/12/2023

Donate - Old Age Home Visit

As a First Community Service project conducted saree donation drive to the people in need in the old age home called Kashika Seva trust and Sri charana elders home where we donated the saree and had a good talk with the people and their experience of life

Bangalore Southwest

7/15/2023 - 7/15/2023

Pocket Pixel

On August 19, the Rotaract clubs of Bangalore Southwest and Acropolis, RI Dist 3040, together hosted an international service initiative. The project's main goal was to document and capture nature using mobile devices.

Bangalore Southwest

8/19/2023 - 8/19/2023

Mental Health Workshop

Our club collaborated with RaC Jyoti Nivas College for a mental health workshop where we discussed and learnt about the strategies to improve mental health and emotional wellbeing at the work place. with Dr. Girish B Raj, followed by an enlightening Q&A session to address particular questions and concerns with Dr. Girish B Raj, followed by an enlightening Q&A session to address particular questions and concerns.

Bangalore Southwest

7/31/2023 - 7/31/2023

Guardians Assemble

In collaboration with RaC KGF, we organised the first Zonal Meeting for our Zone Guardians. The event drew 65 rotractors from eight different clubs. The event began with the introduction of the ZRR, followed by the presidents and their board members. The zone updates were presented by ZRRs, and the district team addressed the audience. Finally, the informal session brought the programme to a close.

Bangalore Southwest

7/27/2023 - 7/27/2023

Umang - Youth Service Icgf

Rotaract Club of Bangalore Southwest in collaboration with Rotaract District 3191 and Rotary District 3191 organized its first Youth Service ICGF “UMANG” on September 17, 2023.ICGF aims to empower and mobilize young people to become agents of positive change in their communities and the world. The goal is to inspire, educate, and engage young leaders in addressing global challenges through service and leadership. The day started with the inauguration ceremony followed by the collaring of the District Governor, Rtn. Udaya Bhaskar and host club presidents. Soon after that, the event was called to order followed by the Business Session. We have our keynote speaker Sri Udaya Raghunath Birje who shared his insights on importance of youth power and the change they can bring in the society. Post that, we had a panel discussion on challenges faced by women in the society. There were also a few sets of fun fillers which were lined up in between the Business Session. The ICGF Team also recognized a few Youth Icons who have faced real life challenges and have achieved their goal at a young age. Finally, the pre-lunch itineraries came to an end. Post lunch, the club organized a few mesmerizing events such as group dance, dance drama, fashion show and many more. Finally, the day ended with a hot cup of tea and a group picture.

Bangalore Southwest

9/17/2023 - 9/17/2023

Polio Awareness Walkathon

Rotary International District 3191 led by Rotary Polio Plus Committee and Rotaract Club of Koramangala organized “Polio Awareness Walkathon” on the occasion of World Polio Day on 28th October 2023 from 7:30 Am. The Rotarians,Rotaractors, Interactors walked from Town hall to Lalbagh with polio awareness posters and slogans to spread awareness.After reaching Lalbagh, District governor recognized each and every collaborated club for their support and Breakfast was served after the event. The Walkathon was a great success.

Bangalore Southwest

10/28/2023 - 10/28/2023

Dive Into Data Visualization

Rotaract Club of Banglore Southwest in association with Rotaract Club of Sri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain evening College organized “Dive into Data Visualization” on 25th October from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The session was focused with the designing visual representations of complex data with most dynamic tools by Ms. Kalyani Dinesh , an expert in Data analytics and a marketing enthusiast.

Bangalore Southwest

10/25/2023 - 10/25/2023

Party In Pink 2.0

Rotaract Club of Banglore Southwest in collaboration with Rotaract Club of Bangalore JP nagar organized “Party in Pink 2.0” on 29th October 2023 from 7:00 AM in BIT College Basavanagudi.Breast Cancer awareness & is about raising awareness and promoting early detection of Breast Cancer.It was a fun filled 60 mins Zumba session 4, engaged by the zumba instructors. To understand the importance of early detection of breast cancer and how Zumba can benefit physical and mental wellness Along with that a donation drive was conducted and the total amount 2 lakhs collected was donated to Shri Shankara Breast Cancer treatment hospital

Bangalore Southwest

10/29/2023 - 10/29/2023

Ganeshotsav 3.0

Rotaract Club of Bangalore Southwest in collaboration with Rotaract club of jyothi nivas college , Rotaract club of Bangalore Orchards, Rotaract club of Bangalore udyog, Rotaract club of Bangalore Uttarahalli, Rotaract Club of presidency College, Rotaract Club of Bangalore, Rotaract club of vidyaranyapura organized Ganeshotsav 3.0 on 24th september 2023 in Cricket grounds. The event started with great enthusiasm starting with Ganesha pooja and Gowri pooja followed by Manglarthi.Then, everyone headed to lunch followed by different activities like Dahi Handi, dance events, music made the event more exciting. Then, it was time for visarjan which we did in yediyur lake. We could see happy faces once the event was about to end.

Bangalore Southwest

9/24/2023 - 9/24/2023

Young Talents

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest took the initiative to teach and discover the new talents of the government school kids about performing arts. The project spans three weeks per school. Week one was all about singing and dancing sessions. Week two was all about Bharatnatyam classes and awareness on social interaction. After the session ended, chocolates and biscuits were distributed amongst the kids. Finally, week three included an activity of thumb impression wherein the agenda was to provide an identity that the students were a part of this school.

Bangalore Southwest

11/18/2023 - 12/2/2023

Winter Donation Drive

The Rotaract Club of Bangalore Southwest collaborated with the Rotaract Club of Bangalore Institute of Technology to collect and distribute used clothes, blankets, and essential winter wear to make a significant impact on the lives of the underprivileged.

Bangalore Southwest

11/25/2023 - 12/25/2023

Blood Donation Drive & Health Camp

On July 19, 2024, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with the Rotary Club of Bangalore SouthWest for a blood donation camp as well as a health checkup camp organised at Banaswadi College of Nursing from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The camp was conducted in association with the Sanjeevni Blood Centre. The event started with a morning breakfast, followed by a small inauguration session that was put in order by the students and faculty members of the college. After that, the blood collection process was initiated, wherein members of the SouthWest family and the students of the nursing college donated blood. All the necessary amenities were made available at the campus for seamless collection and event coordination. Every donor was treated to a post-donation meal. A health camp was also setup to provide free health check-ups for the people, along with separate units for eye and dental checkups. The services were planned and provided as per the required medical standards, and people were encouraged to avail themselves of them to better understand their health conditions and take proper precautions to avoid any emergencies. Later, a lunch break was organised for the members, followed by the camp closure process. The event ended with a total collection of 70 bottles of blood, which were donated to the Blood Bank Centre.

Bangalore Southwest

7/18/2024 - 7/18/2024

Annadaan

On September 22, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest, in association with Rotaract Bangalore Highgrounds, organised a food donation drive named Annadaan for the daily wage workers at Shasakara Bhavana, Banashankari. Around 130 workers were provided with a scrumptious meal as a token of gratitude for the service that they provide. This food donation drive aimed at promoting a culture of giving and inspiring communities to come together to address issues of poverty and inequality. It also aimed at spreading happiness amongst the underprivileged people within the society. The Rotaractors from the host clubs actively came forward to serve meals to the workers who enjoyed the food and the hospitality showcased by each member of the clubs. The workers were then welcomed to be a part of the ganesha habba happening at the same place. Finally, the food donation drive ended with happy faces and blessings from the workers.

Bangalore Southwest

9/21/2024 - 9/21/2024

Ganeshotsav 4.0

On September 22, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest organized its flagship project, Ganeshotsav 4.0, to celebrate the essence of Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival celebrated to commemorate the homecoming of Lord Ganesha. It was a joint project hosted with Rotaract Bangalore Highgrounds at Shasakara Bhavana, Banashankari from 9:00 AM onwards. The project aimed at celebrating the festive spirit of the Rotaract and Rotary fraternity, who willingly came forward to welcome Lord Ganesha and his glory. It was an inter- and intra-district event that was made successful with the presence and collaboration of other clubs such as Rotaract Club of Jyoti Nivas College, Rotaract Club of IIFT, Rotaract Club of Jain Evening College, Rotaract Club of Banashankari, Rotaract Club of BMSCE, Rotaract Club of TSMT, Rotaract Club of BTM, Rotaract Club of KSSEM, Rotaract Club of Gems B School, Rotaract Club of Udyog, Rotatact Club of Vidyaranyapura, Rotaract Club of Jp Nagar, Rotaract Club of NMIT MBA, Rotary Bangalore HighGrounds, Rotary Bangalore SouthWest, and Rotary Bangalore East. The collaborating clubs were from RI District 3191 and 3192. We also received collaboration from external organizations such as HR Prints, Custom Create and IC Solutions. The ritual started with great pomp and enthusiasm. The first half of the day was dedicated to the veneration of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Gowri, followed by Manglarthi. Soon after the homage, sweets and other sacred offerings were distributed to the gathering. As a part of a traditional gesture, we also disturbed Blouses, Bangales and Sindoor to the women who attended the celebration. Post that, we had cultural performances from the different clubs, after which everyone was encouraged to head for lunch. The second half of the day was dedicated to different engaging activities like quiz, musical chairs and dj performance. After the completion of the appealing extravaganza, all the clubs, external organizations and guests were recognized with a token of appreciation from the host clubs. Finally, the rituals for immersion started with manglarthi followed by Tamte performance. Soon after that, the idol was immersed at Ulsoor Lake. The event ended on a sweet note, with a ton of memories and happy faces all around.

Bangalore Southwest

9/21/2024 - 9/21/2024

Bite And Bond

On August 15, 2024, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest organised a team lunch at Kling Brewery, Church Street. The day started with a General Boday Meeting followed by a scrumptious meal. The team was accompanied by the ZRRs and a few members from different clubs. This casual gathering over a meal helped foster social interaction, strengthen our bonds, and boost morale. It provided an opportunity for the members to step away from monotony and connect with one another in a relaxed, informal setting. We had discussions about future projects and ideas that will encourage collaboration and creativity. This conversation over meal also broke the hierarchies’ and gave an opportunity to the members to express and connect themselves with their fellow rotaractors. Post the lunch ended, the team moved out of the brewery to explore the Church Street, have fun and capture some memories through their camera lens. Finally, the day ended on a happy note with lots of laughter, mouth-watering dishes, and gratification.

Bangalore Southwest

8/14/2024 - 8/14/2024

Atlas - District Learning And Assembly

On September 1, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in Atlas: District Learning and Assembly organised by Rotaract District 3191 at Jyoti Nivas College, Koramangala. The event aimed to train the club officials based on their roles and responsibilities for the current rotation year. The event started with an inauguration ceremony followed by a speaker session by Rtn. RJ Pallavi, who spoke about the importance of effective communication and team bonding. She shared her insights on how these factors can help a club achieve its goal and retain quality membership throughout the year. Soon after this session ended, the club officials were requested to report to their respective breakout rooms for their domain-specific training. The domain-specific trainings were conducted by the experienced Rotaractors and Rotarians who had previously served for that particular position in the past. The breakout room sessions ended after two hours, after which the Rotaractors were encouraged to head for lunch. Post-lunch, the District Assembly started, where all the Distrcit Officials came forward to share their respective avenue updates. Later, the floor was kept open for club announcements and concerns that needed to be addressed by the District Core Team. Finally, the day ended with some fun activities, high tea, and a group picture.

Bangalore Southwest

8/31/2024 - 8/31/2024

Naivedyam 3.0 - A Meal For Every Soul

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of RVCE for their flagship project, Naivedyam 3.0, which was conducted on October 19, 2024. The project aimed at feeding poor people who can’t afford a one-time meal in a day across Bangalore. The initiative was organized on the occasion of Word Food Week to ensure that no individual sleeps hungry. The food donation drive started in the morning around 10:30 AM at Banashankari slum area. Around 700 people were fed during the drive, starting from kids to senior citizens who were staying in and around the slum area. Their happy faces after having the meal added a level of satisfaction and a sense of achievement in the Rotaractors who were a part of this initiative. Finally, the day ended around 1:30 PM with a bundle of timeless memories and a group picture.

Bangalore Southwest

10/18/2024 - 10/18/2024

Party In Pink 3.0 - A Zumba Initiative For Breast Cancer Awareness

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of RVCE for their flagship project, Party in Pink 3.0 - A Zumba Initiave, which was conducted on October 20, 2024 at Bangalore Institute of Technology from 7:30 AM onwards. The project aimed at spreading awareness about breast cancer and support the treatment of patients suffering from the deadful disease. The event started with an inaugural ceremony followed by donation of Rs. 2 lakhs to Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation to support the treatment of breast cancer patients. The event progressed with recognition of the clubs and individuals who contributed towards this noble cause. Post that, the zumba trainers took over the mic for a power packed dancing cum workout session. After an hour of rigorious dancing, the zumba session ended. All the Rotaractors were provided with refreshments along with a pack of juice. Finally, the event ended on a happy note with lot of memories captured on the camera lens.

Bangalore Southwest

10/19/2024 - 10/19/2024

Team Lunch With Sister Club

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest and Rotaract Club of TSMT jointly organised a team lunch for their members post-orientation session on October 26, 2024. The team headed to Salut Restaurant located at Jayanagar for a scrumptious meal after rigorous training and learning sessions for two hours. The team lunch aimed to build an informal bond between the sister clubs and discuss several ideas related to future projects and club proceedings. We also invited our trainers and ZRRs to be a part of the afternoon meal so that the members get an opportunity to interact and connect with them directly. This casual gathering over a meal helped foster social interaction, strengthen our bonds, and boost morale. It provided an opportunity for the members to step away from monotony and connect with one another in a relaxed, informal setting. All the members of both clubs were happy to meet and know each other at the personal level and share a healthy bond over the meal. Finally, the team clicked a group picture and ended the day with lots of laughter, mouth-watering dishes, and gratification.

Bangalore Southwest

10/25/2024 - 10/25/2024

Diwali Carnival

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated and cherished festivals in India and among Indian communities worldwide. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest organized a Diwali Carnival for the orphan kids at Tirupur Moms Club, Tamil Nadu, on October 28, 2024. The event was organized to celebrate Diwali with the little ones to make them feel loved and pampered during the festival time. We, as a club, distributed sweets to 120 orphan kids along with the 80 staff members of the orphanage. After distributing sweets, our members engaged the children in a variety of enjoyable activities, including dancing, painting, art and craft, and entertaining games. Since we could make sure that even those who are frequently disregarded or forgotten can experience the joy and warmth of Diwali, we were ecstatic to see the children having a good time. Ultimately, the day concluded with a group photo and a wealth of lifelong memories.

Bangalore Southwest

10/27/2024 - 10/27/2024

Yuvam - Youth Service Icgf

On October 27, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in Yuvam - Youth Service ICGF organised by Rotary, Rotaract and Interact District 3191 at NMRKV Auditorium, Jayanagar. The event aimed at celebrating the spirit of rotaraction and connection between the various communities with the same. The event started with an inauguration ceremony followed by Rotary and Rotaract updates shared by our DG Rtn. Satish Madhavan and DRR Rtr. Rtn. Abhay Lohia respectively. The emcee also invited the DIR Jashruth for his short presentation of the projects conducted by his team so far. Several speakers and celebrities were invited to grace the event and share their insights and inspirational stories with the audience. The first half of the day was all about updates and speakers sharing their life experiences. Post-lunch, there were a set of cultural activities lined up, starting with dancing, singing, celebrity walk-ins, and fashion show. Soon after the culturals, the valedictory session started, where all the clubs and individuals who contributed towards the event’s success were felicitated and recognized. Finally, the day ended with a group picture and DJ night.

Bangalore Southwest

10/26/2024 - 10/26/2024

A Tribute To Dazzler Forever

On October 2, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest along with Rotary Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotary District 3191 & 3192 to organize “A Tribute to Dazzler Forever” in our honour of late PDG Rtn. Dr. Sameer Hariani at RV Teacher’s College Auditorium. The event started with an opening remarks by our DG Rtn. Satish Madhavan followed by a message shared by first lady, Rtn. Roopa Hariani, wife of late PDG Rtn. Dr. Sameer Hariani. The event progressed with the messages shared by anent Ritik Hariani followed by various rotarians and rotaractors who got the opportunity to work with late PDG Rtn. Dr. Sameer Hariani. There were a few cultural performances organized by the Rotaract and Rotary Bangalore SouthWest. Finally, the event ended with tribute ceremony organized by the entire SouthWest family.

Bangalore Southwest

10/1/2024 - 10/1/2024

Free Medical Camp

On November 17, 2024, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with the Rotary Club of Bangalore SouthWest for a Free Medical Camp organized at Shasakara Bhavana, Banashankari from 9:00 AM to 2:30 p.m. The camp was conducted in association with the Karnataka Cancer Society, Promed Hospital, Sunetra Eye Hospital, Jindal Nature Cure Institute, Dr. Kaushik Y S - Orthopedician and Dr. Bala Vikram - Dentist. The event started with a morning breakfast, followed by a small inauguration session that was put in order by the members of Rotary and Rotaract Club. After that, the health camp started which was open to all the general public and underprevildged at free of cost. The health camp provided various services such as general checkup, eye checkup, dental checkup, orthopedic issues along with cervical and breast cancer issues. The camp aimed at providing free medical checkup along with basic treatment and awareness for women suffering from cervical or breast cancer. Also, a handful of amputees were treated and provided with artificial limbs. The services were planned and provided as per the required medical standards, and people were encouraged to avail them to better understand their health conditions and take proper precautions to avoid any emergencies. Once the checkup was done, the visitors were provided with a pack of refreshments. Finally, the camp came to an end on a happy note with a small felicitation ceremony followed by a scrumptious lunch.

Bangalore Southwest

11/16/2024 - 11/16/2024

Gift Of Life

On November 17, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest, along with Rotary Bangalore SouthWest, collaborated with Rotary District 3191 to organize “Gift of Life” at the Prestige Srihari Khoday Auditorium from 6:00 PM onwards. The event aimed at raising funds to support 250 pediatric heart surgeries at the Rotary Needy Heart Foundation and Sri Sathya Sai Sarla Memorial Hospital. It also aimed at celebrating 101 years of the evergreen hero “Dev Anand.” This event had a special significance for the SouthWest Family, as 51 heart surgeries will be sponsored by the SouthWesters and will be dedicated to Late PDG Rtn. Dr. Sameer Hariani to commemorate his 51 years of glorious life. The event started with registrations, followed by high tea and fellowship. Then the crowd was requested to be seated at the auditorium for the inauguration ceremony. PDG Rtn. Satish Madhavan addressed the gathering and announced the number of surgeries that were covered by each club. Soon after that, the musical celebration started with the songs of the evergreen hero “Dev Anand.” Finally, the musical night ended on a happy note, followed by a scrumptious dinner.

Bangalore Southwest

11/16/2024 - 11/16/2024

Wonder Warriors 3.0

On November 27, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with the Rotaract Club of Delhi South Central from RI District 3011 for a International Service Project “Wonder Warriors 3.0” to craft global visions into magical realities. This initiative was designed to unit the Rotaract Clubs across the globe, fostering collaboration and celebrating the collective dedication to service. The initiative had two criteria. The first criteria was to promote a small scale or startup business over a social media platform via club’s official page and tag the project partners. The second criteria was about spreading the Magic of Rotary, wherein the club presented the memories created during our flagship project “Ganeshotsav 4.0” in the month of september. Finally, the project ended with a certificate of appreciation along with a virtual memory of working together as a collaborating club.

Bangalore Southwest

11/26/2024 - 11/26/2024

Illusioners Escapade - Zonal Outing

On December 1, 2024, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in Illusioners Escapade, a zonal outing organized by the clubs of Zonal Illusions. The zonal outing was conducted at Ramnagara, a city in Karnataka. Ramnagara is well known for its sericulture and is nicknamed the Silk Town and Silk City. The silk produced in this region forms the input for the famous Mysore silk. Ramanagara is the largest market for silk cocoons in Asia. 50 tonnes of cocoon a day arrive at the town. The day started with a morning gathering at the majestic railway station. The illusioners boarded a local train to Ramnagara to reach their destination. After reaching Ramnagara, the crowd headed towards Shantiniketan College, where they were served breakfast and morning tea to rejuvenate and bond with other club members. Post that, the illusioners headed for a small trek to Kunagalu Betta to explore its beauty and greenery, which changes colour, transforming into a cosy golden brownish. After completing the trek, the team came back to Shantiniketan College for a scrumptious plate of lunch. Once the lunch time ended, the formal zonal meet was called to order, where the club leaders from their respective clubs shared an update about their ongoing and upcoming initiatives. We also had our DRR Rtr. Rtn. Abhay Lohia and DG Rtn. Satish Madhavan, who addressed the gathering. Finally, the formal session ended with a small felicitation ceremony followed by a few updates shared by our ZRR, Rtr. Madhusudhan and Rtr. Harshitha. The day ended with some dancing over DJ songs, cute takeaways, a group picture, and a bunch of memories to cherish for life.

Bangalore Southwest

11/30/2024 - 11/30/2024

Potluck Party With Sister Club

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest and Rotaract Club of TSMT jointly organised a potluck party for their members Joint General Body Meeting & Charche with Chikmath on December 7, 2024. The potluck party took place at TSMT Academy after a discussion sessions of one and a half hours. The team lunch aimed to build an informal bond between the sister clubs and discuss several ideas related to future projects and club proceedings. We also invited our DRRE and ZRRs to be a part of the afternoon meal so that the members get an opportunity to interact and connect with them directly. This casual gathering over a meal helped foster social interaction, strengthen our bonds, and boost morale. It provided an opportunity for the members to step away from monotony and connect with one another in a relaxed, informal setting. All the members of both clubs were happy to meet and know each other at the personal level and share a healthy bond over the meal. Finally, the team clicked a group picture and ended the day with lots of laughter, mouth-watering dishes, and gratification.

Bangalore Southwest

12/6/2024 - 12/6/2024

Miracle Assembly 2.0

On December 8, 2024, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in the Miracle Assembly 2.0 organised at RV College of Engineering. The meeting started with a welcome remark by our DRR Rtr. Rtn. Abhay Lohia, followed by a small tribute ceremony for our beloved IPDRS Rtr. Lalitha Deepak on her sudden passing away. The event further progressed by the addressing of our DRRE PHF Rtr. Karthik U Chikmath. Post that, there were updates shared by the district official for their respective avenues, followed by a small recognition session for them. To break the monotony, there were a few promotional activities arranged to keep the crowd engaged and avoid boredom. Soon after that, the ZRRs of each zone were requested to share their updates, followed by the DRR citations presented to the clubs for their extraordinary contribution towards the Rotaract movement in quarter one. Lastly, the floor was open for announcements, and the secretariat updates, followed by a vote of thanks. The meeting ended with a group picture along with fellowship and snacks served to the club leaders.

Bangalore Southwest

12/7/2024 - 12/7/2024

Rotary Charter's Day Celebration

On December 15, 2024, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in their partner Rotary’s 44th Charter Day celebration at Shilhaandara Resort, Rammnagara. The event started with a small meet-and-greet session amongst the Rotaractors and Rotarians. Soon after that, the meeting was called to order, followed by an invocation song and lighting of the lamp. The event progressed by welcoming the members of the Southwest family and a few announcements made by the secretary. Furthermore, there were announcements regarding the future leadership along with expressing gratitude for the past leaders and existing members who stood by the club through thick and thin. Finally, the formal meeting was adjourned. The informal session started with cake cutting, followed by games, fellowship, and a scrumptious lunch. Finally, the day ended by capturing moments to cherish.

Bangalore Southwest

12/14/2024 - 12/14/2024

Project Vishwas 2.0 - Healing Conversations

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of SSMRV for their flagship project, Project Vishwas 2.0 - Healing conversations, which was organized on December 28, 2024 at Google Meet. The event was all about how manifestation can turn into reality. The speaker, Alex Rae Smith is an International Mindset Coach and Manifestation Expert. Manifestation is the process of bringing your thoughts, desires, and intentions into reality through the power of focused thinking, belief, and visualization. It operates on the premise that our minds have a profound influence on the world around us, and by aligning our inner thoughts with our outer actions, we can create the life we want. While this concept may seem mystical or esoteric, it has deep roots in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy. The speaker shared her insights on how to turn your manifestation into reality and ways through which one should be focused to achieve their goal. She also shared that the concept of manifestation is popularized by books like The Secret by Rhonda Byrne. As per the speaker, the Ancient cultures, including those in India, Egypt, and Greece, believed in the power of the mind to shape reality. In modern times, it draws on principles from the law of attraction, which asserts that "like attracts like." Finally, the session came to an end by answering a few questions raised by the audience along with a group picture.

Bangalore Southwest

12/27/2024 - 12/27/2024

Frosty Fiesta 3.0

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of Gems B School of RI District 3192 to celebrate Christmas and the year-end party with their respective members. The idea behind this celebration was to bond, connect, and express gratitude towards each other for all the challenges that the members faced together as a club. The Christmas season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Hosting a Christmas party is the perfect way to spread holiday cheer with some fun decorations and festive cocktails. The event started with the fun games, followed by a Secret Santa celebration and DJ night. The members thoroughly enjoyed being a part of this event by capturing a lot of memories and sharing their meals with each other.

Bangalore Southwest

12/27/2024 - 12/27/2024

Donate 2.0: Old-age Home Visit

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest started the new year with a community service project, “DONATE 2.0 ”, on January 18, 2025, at Kashika Seva Trust and Sri Charana Elders Home. The project focused on the Rotary’s focus areast and aimed to serve the community selflessly. We visited the old age home during the morning hours and completed our sareedonation programme. We were happy that we could contribute a little towards the wellbeing of these elderly people and got a chance to talk to them and share their life experiences. The people there not only accepted our donation with love and humility but also showered their warmth on us. After the drive, we served them lunch and sat and chatted with them. Finally, the day ended on a positive note with lots of blessings from these kind-hearted souls.

Bangalore Southwest

1/17/2025 - 1/17/2025

Computer Kaksha 1.0

Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest organised “Computer Kaksha 1.0” on January 25, 2025 at a Government School near Majestic. The first phase of the project aimed at teaching Basics of Computer and Microsoft Word to the kids of the government school. Teaching Computer Skills and Microsoft Word to government school kids is an important step toward bridging the digital divide. The class was conducted in three batches wherein each batch consisted of ten students. The class began with simple computer concepts, such as turning the computer on and off, using the mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop. It also included explaining the parts of a computer and their functions and introducing them to the basic operating system navigation, such as opening and closing programs, saving files, and understanding folders. Later, there was a hand-on-practice sessions which allowed the students to practice typing, formatting text, and performing other tasks within Microsoft Word. To make the class more interactive, we shared insights on how they can use Microsoft Word to write their homework assignments or create reports for school projects. Since the government school kids didn’t had a prior exposure to computers, visual aids such as diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and video tutorials were used to break down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable steps to ensure that students can follow along. Finally, the class ended with some fun games and a short assessment given to the students.

Bangalore Southwest

1/24/2025 - 1/24/2025

Governor's Official Visit

On January 21, 2025, the Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in their partner Rotary’s Governor’s Official Visit organized at Rotary House of Friendship, Lavelle Road. The general assembly started with the fellowship and evening snacks followed by meeting called to order. The event progressed with lighting of lamp and a minute of silence for our Late PDG Dr. Sameer Hariani. Post that, there was an invocation dance presented by an annet followed by the welcome speech of Rtn. Satheesh Gundappa, Vice President of Rotary Bangalore SouthWest. Soon after that, the crowd was introduced to Rtn. Satish Madhavan, District Governor of RI Distrcit of 3191. Once the introduction ended, Rtn. Srinivasulu, Secretary of Rotary Bangalore SouthWest presented the year report followed by the induction of new members. He also released the club bulletin and recognised the members who have contributed towards various projects and have been a great support for the club in the tough times. The Rotary Bangalore SouthWest also felicitated their Rotaract Club Presidents, Rtr. Soumi Bhattacharyya and Rtr. Tashwini Poojary, for their dedication and selfless service to the Rotary Fraternity. Then, Rtn. Satish Madhavan, District Governor addressed the gathering and shared his insights with the club members. Finally, the floor was open for announcements followed by the vote of thanks presented by the Rotary Secretary. The event ended with a group picture followed by the dinner and memories to cherish for life.

Bangalore Southwest

1/20/2025 - 1/20/2025

Illusion Con 5.0 - Zonal Meet

On February 23, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest and Rotaract Club of Mount Carmel College jointly organized “Illusion Con 5.0 - A Zonal Meet” for the clubs of Zone Illusions at Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park. The purpose of this meeting was to foster camaraderie and exchange critical updates among all the groups. The day started with a short ice-breaker session, which helped the clubs bond. Post that, the host club presidents were collared, and the meeting was called to order. After that, the gathering was welcomed by the host club Presidents, ZRRs, and our beloved DRR. The meeting progressed with the updates shared by each club about their upcoming and on-going initiatives. After the clubs gave their updates, the ZRRs took over the mic to give their zone updates, which were followed by updates from the Secretariat Team. Post that, the formal session came to an end with a vote of thanks, followed by adjourning the meeting. The audience was then given refreshments so they could unwind and connect with other rotaractors. Before they departed, the crowd was split up into five teams to play games for a fun-filled Sunday afternoon. Finally, a joyful group photo and a wealth of memories marked the conclusion of the zonal meet.

Bangalore Southwest

2/22/2025 - 2/22/2025

Nodi Namma Ooru - Incoming Multi-district Ride

On February 28, 2025, Rotaract Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest and Rotaract Club of SSMRV Degree College jointly hosted the delegates of Nodi Namma Ooru - Incoming Multi District RIDE. Both the clubs hosted the delegates of RI District 3011 and RI District 3040 in the second half of the day. The delegates were picked up from the Rameshwaram Cafe, Jp Nagar, after their lunch. After that, the delegates and the entire team of SouthWest and SSMRV headed towards the Indian Music Experience Museum at Jp Nagar, which was the first stop of the planned itinerary. The delegates were taken around to explore the museum, which was established in 2019 to preserve and showcase Indian musical heritage through interactive exhibits and educational programs. Post that, the team stopped for a short evening snack break to feel energized and explore the other places as per the itinerary. The next stop was Ragigudda Temple in Jayanagar, which was famous for its beliefs and history. It was believed that the hillock, or Gudda in Kannada, that hosts the main deity, Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy, was formed from a heap of Finger millet, or Ragi, and hence was termed "Ragigudda." After this, the third stop for the evening was Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, which was one of the Dvaita Vedanta monasteries (Matha) descended from Madhvacharya through Sri Jayatirtha further with Vibudhendra Tirtha (a disciple of Ramchandra Tirtha). Finally, it was time to head for a dinner party at the famous Nandhana place for a scrumptious meal after a tiring and fun-filled day. Post dinner, the delegates were dropped off at their accommodations, followed by a lot of pictures and Letter Head Exchange, which took place the next day at the Miracle Event.

Bangalore Southwest

2/27/2025 - 2/27/2025

Rotaract Remix

On March 11, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated Rotaract Club of Pune Startup RI District 3131, to celebrate to World Rotaract Week. The event aimed at celebrating the spirit of rotaraction and connect with rotaractors from different states. The event started with a small icebreaker session to bond with fellow Rotaractors and divide them into various teams. Post that, the first game started, named Rotary Twist Emoji, wherein the Rotaractors had to guess the word or initiatives related to the Rotary world. The next was a short quiz to test the knowledge of the Rotaractors about Rotaract Week and uplift the team spirit and bonding. Lastly, the event ended with a jamming session where all the Rotaractors sang songs together and dedicated songs to their respective clubs and their members.

Bangalore Southwest

3/10/2025 - 3/10/2025

Give Life 2025 - Blood Donation Awareness Session

On March 15, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest along with Rotaract Club of Kandy Metropolitan - Sri Lanka, Rotaract Club of Saibaba Colony - India, Rotaract Club of El Maadi - Egypt, Rotaract Club of Universiti Teknologi Petronas - Malaysia, Rotaract Club of Porto Alegre - Brazil, Rotaract Club of Abugida - Ethiopia, and Rotaract Club of Whitehorse - Australia jointly organized a Blood Donation Awareness Session to celebrate the World Rotaract Week. The project aimed at spreading awareness related to the importance of blood donation. The session was conducted by Dr. Martha Johnson, HOD of Laboratory Services & Blood Centre, Christian Fellowship Hospital Oddanchatram. The session started with the discussion of types of blood donation which includes White Blood Donation, Platelets Donation, Plasma Donation, and Double Red Cells. There were discussion around the age group of people who can donate blood. The session progressed with benefits of blood donation and the apps where an individual who is interested to donate blood can register themself and help a needy as and when required. Finally, session came to an end with a set of Q&A followed by a group picture to treasure the memories.

Bangalore Southwest

3/14/2025 - 3/14/2025

Project Saanjh - Phase 3

On March 22, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of Genesis Midwest, RI District 3131 to conduct a webinar on Children Rights. The event aimed at understanding the children’s right and the challenges faced by them. The session was conducted by Vanshika Ashu, final year law student at Amity Law School. The session started with the discussion on Children’s Right which refers to the basic human rights and freedoms that all children are entitled to, regardless of where they live. These rights are grounded in the principle that children are entitled to special protection and care due to their vulnerability. They are designed to ensure children have the opportunity to grow, develop, and reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. The most widely recognized framework for children's rights is the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which was adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1989. It consists of 54 articles outlining the civil, political, economic, social, health, and cultural rights of children. Post that, the session progressed with some real-time challenges faced by the youth and the ways through which they can overcome them. Finally, the webinar came to end after a small Q&A session.

Bangalore Southwest

3/21/2025 - 3/21/2025

Heroes Among Us

On March 26, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest collaborated with Rotaract Club of Stella Maris College, RI District 3234 to conduct a project named “Heroes Among Us.” The project aimed at recongnizing and appreciating the efforts of the unsung heroes who tirelessly work to make our society better and safer. The project focussed on honoring individuals such as sanitary workers, policeman abd traffic police officers and all the unsung heroes among us whose efforts often goes unnoticed. We, as a club, organized a small evening snacks for all the unsung heroes at our respective workplace to appreciate their efforts and make them feel loved and valued. The snacks were distributed by our Community Service Director, Rtr. Krishna Kumar who has been a backbone for all such wonderful initiatives. All the junior level staff and clarks were pretty happy to receive the evening snack box and applauded us conduucting such an initiative at a larger level.

Bangalore Southwest

3/25/2025 - 3/25/2025

Encanto

On April 19 & 20, 2025, Rotaract Club of Bangalore SouthWest participated in Encanto - 2nd Annual Rotaract District Conference of RI District 3191 at RV Dental College. The event aimed at providing a platform for the clubs and their respective zones to showcase their projects and creativity across the members of Rotaract Fraternity. The event started with the Miracle March of Presidents and Secretaries followed by the inauguration ceremony. followed by the welcome note of DG Rtn. Satish Madhavan and DRR Rtr. Rtn. Abhay Lohia respectively. The emcee also invited PP Rtr. Rtn. Rohan A, the conference chair, to address the gathering. Post that, PP Rtr. Vishal S, the conference co-chair, run through the agenda for Day 1. The first day of the conference included speaker sessions, celebrity walk-ins, club presentations and a few zonal roll presentations. It also included the preliminary rounds of Mr. & Mrs. 3191. The Day 1 ended with a jamming session and DJ performance by DJ Madan. The second day of the conference also included speaker sessions, celebrity walk-ins, club presentations and zonal roll presentations. It also included the final rounds of Mr. & Mrs. 3191. Finally, the Day 2 ended with the blockbuster performance of Seher Band.

Bangalore Southwest

4/18/2025 - 4/19/2025