Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East

Celebrating Raksha Bandhan at Narkeldanga Police Station

The pleasant skies of August ,5th witnessed celebration of Raksha Bandhan by Rotaract Club Of Calcutta North East .We the members of Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East celebrated Rakhi Purnima at the Narkeldanga Nabadisha school, an underpriviledged school under the Narkeldanga police station.Our project started at around 11:30 am. when we reached the school. The programme commenced with the opening speech by Rtr.Diti Bhattacharya followed by the opening song and dance performances presented by the students of the school .After the opening performances , the Officer-in Chanrge of Narkeldanga Police Station Mr.Bikram Chakraborty addressed everybody present in the event with a heart warming speech.The Chief Guest for this event was Rtn Dr Abhijit Ghosh. He is also a Past President from our parent club Rotary Club of Calcutta North East.The other dignitaries who were also present among us was Rtn Probir Kr.Pal and Rtn. Sumohon Mukherjee from our parent club Rotary Club Of Calcutta North East, Mr.Feroz ,the secretary of roop raag (an NGO) and the Sub-Inspector of Narkeldanga Police Station. O.C. Mr Bikram Chakroborty welcomed all the dignitaries with flowers.This was followed by a speech by our Chief Guest Rtn Dr. Abhijit Ghosh .Mr Feroz of Roop Raag and Sub inspector of Narkeldanga Police Station. also encouraged us with their valuable speech. We also had the previlage of interacting with two irish teachers Zinie and Nicole who were also present with us on this event.They have come all the way from ireland to teach the students of this underprivilaged school.They were not only delighted by being a part of our celebration but also expressed their desire to work with us.They also addressed the dignitaries, the students and other audiences with a heart rendering speech.After this all the members of Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East tied rakhis on the hands of these children and also distributed chocolate cookies and sweets among them. We also distributed rakhis among the teachers of the school. Even the children and the teachers tied rakhis on our hands.There were almost 140 children and teachers who attended this programme .After this the members of Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East went to Narkeldanga Police Station where we distributed Rakhis and sweets among the O.C, police officers, workers and the prison inmates of the Police Station.There were almost 40 police officers , workers and inmates present in the Police Station. We were further surprised when we were treated to cakes and other goodies in the police station.The programme was ended with a formal vote of thanks from the Administrative secretary of Rotaract Club OF Calcutta North East Rtr. Areetra Ghosh. Overall it was a very touching and enriching experience for each one of us. We could bring a smile on the face of each and every child and even the officers.All of us had a great time and a wonderful experience. We hope to do such projects in the future also and try to work for the betterment of the society.

At out Inter District Twin Club Installation Ceremony

A Day with underprivileged children at Tapuriaghata

Today Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East organized its first Project for the Rota Year 2009-10.We went toTapuriaghata Nari Kalyan Samity,a school for underprivileged children.The School is located in the interiors of Chingrighata.We had to walk almost 4kms through a EM bypass bylane to reach the School and it felt as if we were in a village,with ponds,fields and quaint huts on each side.The School is a voluntary organization run by some members of a local club.

Since the people living in the area are extremely poor and Mothers go out to work in the morning to run the household.the little kids were mostly left alone,whiling away their time doing nothing,the “better off “people in the locality have formed the School so that these children could do something constructive.not wasting their time.

The little children in the School welcomed us with chandan and hand made roses.We were all stunned to se kids as small as 3years waiting for us and the entire room decorated to welcome us.Rtr.Arani Datta first introduced us and the work we do.rtr.Tania Das then gave a briefing of what we would like to do for the School in futute and then president Rtr.Atisha Ghosh gave a small speech thanking the authorities for giving us such a wonderful opportunity.The little children then displayed some of their skills.some recited poems,some danced while some sang.We were all awed at their enthusiasm and zeal.We then distributed notebooks,pencils,rubbers,sharpeners,scales and food packets to these kids.We encouraged them to study harder and get established in life,so that they can look after their families better.
The programme ended with the singing of the National Anthem.Food packets were also given to the Teachers and other School authorities.After spending such a wonderful Sunday morning we left amidst loud cheers and thank Yous,Promising them to come back again sometime in the near future.On the whole.this programme filled us all with a greater desire to serve the society in whatever small way we can,so that we can improve the lives of these people,even though it may be very small attempt!

Installation Ceremoni on 5th July,2009

The Rotaract movement has swum its way through the different tides of time and is now, on the verge of a new Future, full of promises that beckon our grasp. It is with the dream of this exceptional future that we devote ourselves to the introduction of a new Rotaract year. Our beloved Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East emerged into the foray of this movement from 1996 and since then it has made its way through the various highs and lows, at the same time, maintaining a consistent presence in the Rotaract Community. The heritage and traditions that is associated with this prestigious club is a gemstone that is treasured by all its erstwhile members. Through the years, we have been guided by some of the most magnificent club presidents who have taught us to uphold the mores and virtues of the club with utmost respect. To name a few, Ex. Rtr. Rtn. Sanjoy Dutta, Rtr. Soumen Dey, Rtr. Pulak Kr. Dutta and many more such ordinary humans with extraordinary visions have taken the club to its regal heights. It is our responsibility to not only to keep that legacy alive but also to enrich it and to pass it onto the coming generation of rotaractors

The 5^th of July,2009 was a day of paramount importance & immense pride for the Rotaract Club of Calcutta North East as it celebrated its 13^th Installation ceremony at the Community Hall of Ideal Residency near Kankurgachi in North Calcutta. The event started off shortly after the registrations started post 6 in the evening.We were extremely glad to have the eminent footballer of all times Mr.P.K.Banerjee as our Guest of Honour.When the place was set & the Hall was packed with fellow Rotaractors from the District Council and other clubs,Rotarians from our Parent club Rotary club of Calcutta North East and members of the Innerwheel Club of Calcutta North East,the moderator Rtr.Arani Datta initiated the event by warmly welcoming everyone & after a brief introduction,including inviting the dignitaries to the dais, passed over the proceedings to the President for the yr 08-09 Rtr.Subhrajit Ghosh who called the 13^th Installation meeting and 477^th regular weekly meeting to order.He in his turn welcomed the gathering.He urged the gathering to begin the proceedings first with the National Anthem led by Rtr. Diti Bhattacharya of RCCNE.This was follwed by gifting of flower bouquets to the Dignitaries on the dais.a few members of Rotaract District Council.our Twin club(intra district)Rotaract Club of Megacity’s President,all the members of Rotary Club of Calcutta North East and to the IPP and President of Innerwheel Club of Calcutta North East.Our President for the yr 08-09 Rtr.Subhrajit Ghosh shared his enriching experience as the past President and thanked everyone dutifully.In his own way of thanking his Club members and members of the District council who had helped him immensely,he surprised everyone by presenting them all with a Certificate of Appreciation for their efforts.The Moderator then asked Rtn.Dr.Asitendu Datta to introduce our New President for the Rota Year 2009-10 Rtr.Atisha Ghosh.This was followed by the transfer of collar to the New President and other formailties.Soon after the transfer of charge took place, Rtr.Atisha formally continued with the proceedings of the meeting.Her emphatic speech after assuming her new role was followed by the induction of new member Rtr.Avik Sanyal by the DRR Rtr.Ayesha Alam.President Rtr.Atisha then declared her Board for the Year 2009-10.This was followed by the inauguration of the Installation bulletin “BUDS” by Our Guest of Honour Mr.P.K.Banerjee and DRR Rtr.Ayesha Alam.after which President Rtr.Atisha handed over the district dues to the DRR.The evening moved on with valuable speeches by eminent Rotarians from our Parent Club which included RCC Rtn.Dr.Archana Ghosh,IPP Rtn.Sudip Kr.Dutta,President Rt.Mrityunjay Banik.Rtn.Sanjoy Dutta,followed by inspiring words from our Innerwheel IPP Mrs.Sarmila Bose and President Mrs.Jita Ghosh,who wished Rtr.Atisha in her new journey. After the IPDRR Rtr.Ritwik Bhattacharya and DRR(E)Rtr.Aanton Mookharjee had delivered their speeches.the entire gathering was awestruck by the wonderful words of our respected Guest of Honour. Finally our DRR Rtr.Ayesha Alam delivered her speech which inspired all our members to work harder in the coming year.President Rtr.Atisha was then presented with a few gifts and tokens from our Beloved Rotarians and Innerwheel Club.Then the formal Vote of Thanks was announced by Sgt-St-Arms Rtr.Tania Das.President Rtr.Atisha then terminated the 13^th installation meeting and 477^th regular weekly meeting of the club which was followed by fellowship.Before everyone left.there were a few impromptu jigs by some members of the District council and Rotaract club of Calcutta North East as well as by guests from other clubs to some lively music.

On the whole the evening was a one to cherish and it has inspired each one of the members of the Club to work harder in the coming year.

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