Clubs in Action (GML 2026–27, Issue 4)

New initiative by The Rotary Club of Dondaicha: The club launched a comprehensive veterinary outreach program adopting 23 rural villages to provide dedicated healthcare services for local Govansh (cows, buffaloes, and bullocks) on 23 Aug 2026. Understanding that livestock health is directly tied to the economic resilience of farming families, this initiative delivers on-ground veterinary care directly to rural doorsteps.

Pashu Arogya Seva Abhiyan in Action

Project Vidya Daan is a grassroots community initiative supported by the Rotary Club of Dondaicha, to bring literacy and life skills to vulnerable children. Mr. Ananda More, despite facing severe physical challenges, runs a dedicated evening school from his home completely free of charge. He teaches working children who are forced to miss mainstream schooling during the day due to livelihood constraints. To expand and formalize this noble initiative, the Rotary Club of Dondaicha contributed ₹1,21,000 on 5 Sep 2026. The funds directly enabled 85 children to continue education.

• Education for Working Kids: Children who work during the day get a chance to learn reading, writing, and math in the evening for free.
• A Safe Place to Study: The new tin shed protects students from rain, wind, and heat, giving them a comfortable classroom.
• Free Study Materials: Families do not have to spend any money on books, notebooks, stationery, or daily essentials.

Project Vidya Daan Classroom & Students

In a significant effort to foster community engagement and amplify Rotary's public image, the Rotary Club of Dondaicha, in joint association with Rotary English School, successfully organized a vibrant 7-day Ganeshotsav celebration in the city. Blending cultural heritage with impactful humanitarian service, the week-long festival established Rotary as a vital pillar of social development throughout the region, expected to reach 500 beneficiaries.

7-Day Eco-Cultural Ganeshotsav Celebrations

The ongoing Cloth Bag Project of RCV Heritage is gathering momentum and getting visibility. Slow and steady though the progress may be, the 3 R's: Reuse, Reduce & Recycle are surely rolling. What started as an attempt to enhance economic power of the underserved women population in the city is garnering support and appreciation from like-minded people. Earlier the cloth bags made from old bedsheets, pillow covers, sofa covers, and curtains were used only to buy vegetables and fruits. But now the mindset of people is also changing—the bags are used to give gifts and memorabilia.

This month 50 bags were disbursed very soon. Rtn. Bhavna Shah was forthcoming and placed the bags at her stall in an exhibition organised by Cool Moms of Vadodara at Vanijya Bhavan. The response was positive. This festive season, let’s all pledge to reuse bedsheets, curtains, and dupattas to make and distribute cloth bags!

Handcrafted Cloth Bags Showcase

Girls of Aryakanya Vidyalay get to learn and understand the use of Grammar in the English language. Team RCVH has taken up the selfless task of sharing their knowledge and experience with the young minds of the school. On 2 and 9 Sep 2026, Rtns. Madhulika and Vandana reached the school to impart knowledge of Concepts of Tenses & Nouns for 50 students from 5th to 8th Std.

Classroom Instruction

V Pathology & Diagnostic Laboratory, in association with Rotarian Dr. Priyanka, organised a special Blood Test Camp focused on making quality and affordable healthcare accessible to everyone. The camp aimed to encourage regular health screening and early detection through accurate and reliable diagnostic testing. Around 275 people turned up for the camp.

Diagnostic Testing in Progress

Ganpati making project was organised at Arya Kanya Vidyalaya. It is an annual initiative of RCVH to encourage creativity amongst young girls as they make ecofriendly Ganpati idols from natural earth and decorate them on their own.

The best three Ganpati idols were given prizes by RCVH to motivate them in this endeavour. Rtn. Suchita Vaidya and Rtn. Madhulika Burman gave away the prizes along with teachers and the Principal of the school. On this occasion, the 30 young girls shared the popular traditions of Ganpati Puja. They were also educated about the origin of this festival as started by Lokmanya Tilak and how it was initially organised to uphold social harmony and friendship amongst people. The festival must be celebrated keeping its main purpose in mind instead of all the pomp, show, and environmental pollution it now causes.

Workshop & Prize Winners

Rotary Hall was the venue for a donation of a wheelchair to a paralyzed individual, and we motivated him to work with one hand on a computer to achieve economic self-reliance. Rtn. Sharmila, Rtn. Vandana, and Rtn. Sanjay were present along with the leadership. Sponsor: Mrs. Prabha Goyal from Hariom Smile.

Handover Ceremony

On 18th August 2026, Rotary Club of Baroda Sayajinagari organised the Annapurna Project at Sankalp School for Special Children, Akota, bringing together members to share a wholesome and joyful meal with 50 special children. The menu included soft puris, chole, peas pulao, Gujarati kadhi, gulab jamun, and nylon khaman, lovingly contributed by our Rotarians and families.

A Tree Plantation Drive was conducted by the Rotary Club of Baroda Sayajinagari on 19th August 2026 at Sonarkui Primary School. Trees including Gulmohar, Garmalo, Kadamb, and Kachnar were planted in the school premises. We sincerely appreciate Mr. H. M. Panchal from INDONET for sponsoring Tree Guards for the plantation at Sonarkui School.

Plantation Drive & INDONET Tree Guards

As part of the Rotary Gram Kalyan Project, a comprehensive Free Medical Check-up Camp was successfully conducted at Shedhavadar village on 16th August. The multi-specialty camp offered:

Note of Gratitude: Sincere thanks to Rtn. Dr. Sanjaybhai Savani, Rtn. Dr. Rajeshbhai Kothari, Rtn. Dr. Manishbhai Vakil, Rtn. Dr. Rajeshri Bosamia, and Rtn. Dr. Kashmira Kothari for their selfless service.

Camp Highlights at Shedhavadar

RC Bhavnagar Vibrant has adopted 10 needy families (50 beneficiaries in total) for one full year, committing to donate a total of 120 comprehensive monthly kits containing grocery staples, edible oil, pure ghee, and all daily household essentials to eradicate hunger and provide dignified living.

Sudama ni Jholi Ration Distribution

Rotary Club of Bharuch Femina distributes 50 maternal and child care kits each month at Civil Hospital, Bharuch. Each kit contains a comfortable small mattress, baby clothes (jhabla) for the newborn, and high-nutrition dietary items including grams, moong dal, and premium dates (500g each), at an approximate cost of ₹350/- per kit.

Anmol Aarambh Distribution

During the Official Club Visit (OCV), District Governor Rtn. Nilesh Shah inaugurated brand-new playground equipment at Samor Village Prathmik Shala. The installation includes 3 swings and a robust slide designed for the physical agility and mental joy of the school students.

Playground Equipment Dedication

To mark India's 80th Independence Day, this project brought the true spirit of freedom to an ultra-isolated, forgotten rural village that had experienced eighty years of total neglect. The core objective was to break their decades of isolation, hoist the national flag with local community members as the Chief Guest, and deliver a deeply moving, inspiring address. Speaking in the local native language during a dedicated seven-minute speech, we redefined "real independence" as freedom from neglect, poor health, and hardship, while introducing the service ethos of Rotary to the community.

Flag Hoisting & Village Fellowship

This project aimed to uplift vulnerable children in remote, underserved regions lacking basic infrastructure by providing essential educational tools and safe drinking water access. To achieve this, the team conducted preliminary needs assessments in isolated areas with no existing facilities and organized targeted distribution drives. During these drives, children received durable school bags filled with foundational learning materials alongside specialized portable water filtration bags.

School Bags Distribution Gallery

Rotary Club of Bhavnagar Royal celebrated Raksha Bandhan with 1,000 Indian Air Force officers and personnel at Air Force Station, Jamnagar. The celebration was a heartfelt tribute to our brave air warriors, expressing gratitude, respect, and brotherhood while strengthening the bond between the community and the armed forces.

Air Force Station Jamnagar

The Rotary Club of Bhavnagar Royal celebrated Raksha Bandhan at Ankur School for Special Children, creating a warm and joyful occasion filled with love, inclusion, and togetherness. The celebration aimed to share the spirit of Raksha Bandhan, care, and brotherhood with the children. Rotarians spent meaningful time with the students and brought smiles to their faces through the festive celebration.

Ankur School Celebrations

Rotary Club of Bhavnagar Royal organized “Senior Citizen Got Talent”, a unique initiative providing senior citizens with a platform to showcase their talent, creativity, and enthusiasm. The event received 65 entries across diverse categories including singing, dancing, theatrical skits, and sports.

Senior Citizen Got Talent Stage

The objective of this initiative was to provide direct financial assistance to cancer patients undergoing treatment at G.T. Sheth Cancer Hospital, Rajkot. Recognizing the heavy burden of medical expenses, Rotary extended monetary support to 16 patients on 1 Sep 2026, ensuring continuity of care and reducing stress on their families. Activities included identifying patients in need, coordinating with hospital authorities, and disbursing funds directly to support essential medicines and treatment cycles.

Assistance Ledger Record

The initiative aimed to provide crucial nutritional support to patients undergoing treatment for cancer and tuberculosis, recognizing the vital importance of protein intake in recovery, immunity building, and overall health improvement.

Rotary Club of Rajkot Prime distributed 150 protein powder packs to patients on 1 Sep 2026 across three premier healthcare facilities: Civil Hospital (Cancer Patients), District TB Center, and Saurashtra Cancer Care and Research Institute. Each patient received one pack, ensuring equitable distribution and direct clinical benefit.

The Water Jug Kiosk initiative was launched to provide free access to clean and pure drinking water at four prime public transit locations in Rajkot: Kalawad Road, Raiya Telephone Exchange, Gopal Chowk, and Trikon Baug. The objective is to ensure that residents, daily commuters, and visitors can stay hydrated and healthy during demanding days.

Public Water Jug Kiosks