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It's traditional that the first Rotarian magazine of the Rotary year carries a profile of the incoming RI president and his or her family. I've always read those profiles with interest, never giving much thought to the possibility that one day, I might be the one bringing a writer from the magazine to my Rotary club meeting! I have never liked a lot of attention, and the idea of having my picture on the magazine cover made me a bit uncomfortable. But when I saw the photo the editors chose, I smiled. Because the star of that picture definitely isn't me, or even my wife, Esther. It's the flock of flamingos, none of which could care less about Rotary, all strutting past us in the same direction. All of them — except one.I couldn't think of a more appropriate image to reflect the message I want to convey to Rotarians. That one flamingo, going the other way, represents so much of what we need to do in Rotary. That flamingo knows everyone's going one way. She sees it. But she also sees that maybe the path they're on isn't the best path. Maybe, just maybe, there's a better path over there, and she wants to get a good look before she goes marching on with her friends. And if, when she does stop and look, that new path does seem better, she'll call the rest of the crew to come over and check it out with her. And maybe, just maybe, they'll all choose that better path together.Change is hard. And the longer we've been going one way, the more friends we have with us, the harder it is to be the one who turns around and does it differently. But change — not change for its own sake, but careful, considered, goal-directed change — is essential for any organization that wants to evolve, stay

relevant, and move forward in the right direction.So take a look at that picture, but don't look at me. I'm not the one that cover's about. That cover is about the flamingo. It's about having the curiosity, the courage, and the conviction to look at different paths that might be better — whether you're out for a stroll on a beautiful Bahamas morning, or helping chart the course for our organization.

Rtn. Barry RassinR.I. President

Rtn. Vinay BhatiaDistt. Governor

Rtn. Manoj SrivastavaClub President

Rtn. Flt. Lt. Rupa R. Gaur(Retd.)Hony. Secretary

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Message of R.I President Rtn. Barry Rassin

Message of District Governor Rtn. Vinay Bhatia Dear friends, it is heartening to see how our Rotary Clubs are doing projects that give quality to lives and bring about transformational changes. RCD Restoring Smiles in collaboration with RC Narnaul and Rotaplast America have done an outstanding Cleft Lip & Palate Repair project. 46 patients, mostly children, were operated. RCD Restoring Smiles and its active members such as GauravAhuja, put in lot of effort along with RC Narnaul to make it a grand success. Operations were done for a week in Vijay Hospital by Dr. Devi Tantri surgeon and anesthetist Dr MS Rawat. Relatives of patients were also provided free accommodation and food. Truly, it was an inspirational project.Rotary Club Gurgaon organized District Cricket Tournament on 9th December at Teri Oval Ground on Gurgaon-Faridabad Road. Heartening to see that Rotarians of our District not only do exemplary projects but also love to play hard! RCD Central & Rotary Delhi Charitable Trust organized 'Prayas', a mesmerizing performance by a group of Divyang children, 'Miracle on Wheels' for Rotary Divyang Kendra at Zorawar Auditorium. It was a fund-raising program for Rotary Divyang Kendra. Club achieved their target of raising Rupees 1 crore for developing new generation of artificial limbs. Club also got 'Gift of Life Outreach' Mobile Medical Unit that was inaugurated by RIPN Sushil Gupta Ji. It was a highly commendable achievement by RC Central under the leadership of PDG Dr. Subramanian. RYLA 2018 was organized by our District on 21 - 23 December at OP Jindal University campus in Sonipat.

This event showcases some outstanding projects for environment and community by our Rotaractors. Large number of projects carried out by our young Rotary leaders have benefited our society immensely. Fiends, District Conference 2018-19 'CONFLUENCE' has been announced. It will be on 1-2 February 2019 at Hotel Taj Palace, Diplomatic Enclave, ND. Mark your calendar. I am looking forward to this being one of the best District Conference ever held. Continue doing the good work you all are doing. Distinguish yourselves by being the Inspiration to everyone around you in your community and society.

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Message of President Rtn. Manoj Srivastava Dear Megapolis FamilyAs 2018 has drawn to an end we reflect back on the tasks we had undertaken. Many things have been done and many more still to do. A chain is only as strong as its weakest link and that is why we need more member participation with positive and enthusiastic attitude. A Club is vibrant when the combined sum total is greater than the total of its members and somehow that is what we need to address.Our forthcoming Global grant Dam project is exciting. It is heartening to see our KOSHISH children, besides getting a basic education, joyfully celebrating all special days like Independance Day, Diwali, Christmas etc just like children from more privileged schools. This project always gives us a feeling of contributing and we are working very energetically to get more donations. I urge all of you to continue and improve the good work you all are doing under ROTARY and fulfill our theme of BE THE INSPIRATION.

“Koshish” Christmas Celebration December 25, 2018

Club Review Meet on December 08,

It was Christmas Celebration at our flagship project “Koshish” that brought big smiles to the faces of all. The Children, Teachers and Volunteers

of Koshish Centres enjoyed the festival with lot of funfair and enthusiasm. The children participated in fancy dress, singing, drawing activities,

Card making and also prepared Christmas tree. The children were distributed toffees while they exchanged handmade cards with each other.

Our Club November Newsletter KOSHISH being jointly released by DG Vinay Bhatia and AG Puneet Jindal in a zonal mtg/reviewMany things discussed like Global/ Club projects, Foundation giving, updating Club/ District/ RI websites.The plans for Dist Conference were discussed and participation urged.I urge our club members to come forward for doing and financially contributing for different projects. This is what is required to achieve our potential and make a mark in Rotary World & Society.

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The Club meeting started well on time with Welcome address by Rtn. D.K. Saxena and R'Anne Alka Gupta followed by National Anthem, updates & discussions on forthcoming events by President Rtn. Manoj Srivastava besides seeking opinion of all Club members on the New Club Flag Design proposed by Rtn. Sandeep Dewan and Rtn. Sanjiv Saran. The Secretary's announcement was followed by Vote of thanks by Rtn. Arun Gupta. The last of the 2018 fellowship was simple and engaging. The theme was “Western” and it was great to see a good member attendance who were packed well to beat the Cold. With far too many Birthday's and Anniversary's falling in the month of December there was treat of delicious Cakes baked by our very own Rtn. Peggy Bhohi. The members were all excited to sing and merry through the evening, the stalwarts were also over magnanimus to give away a lot of prizes to the members. One of the surprise winner was Rtn. Sandeep Dewan who bagged the “Early Bird Gift” for reaching the event first and well in time…

Club Meeting & Fellowship Dinner on December 28, 2018

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Rotary Youth Leadership Award(RYLA)

“Utsah” PEM-3 of DGE Suresh Bhasin

Rotary Youth Leadership Program, the biggest Event by the District for youth was organised at OP Jindal University Sonepat from 21-23 December 2018. It was a fun filled program attended by more thn 500 Rotractors and Intractors of the District and more than 50 Rotractors from 11 other Rotary Districts. Many PDG’s and PDRR’s also graced the occasion. It gave the opportunity to the Youth to interact and learn from various Rotary Stalwarts, Entrepreneurs and CEO’s.

PEM-3, was aptly named ‘UTSAH’ The Celebration because it was the time to bid adieu to our respected DGE Suresh & Ritu Bhasin for their training to SanDiego, before they kick start a new Rotary Year 2019-20.

rdOn the 23 December 2018, a farmhouse in Westend Greens, was decorated with a large Xmas tree signifying the spirit of festivities & Christmas. The Presidents with their spouses were dressed up in the vibrant colours of white & red, adding to what was a bright and sunny morning.

Governor Vinay Bhatia, Eminent Council of Governors, Presidents-Elect and Assistant Governors Elect, the Organizing Team and the all fellow Rotarians and spouses wished his best to the incoming Governor & his entire team. DGE Suresh addressed the incoming team and reiterated the need to work together to achieve Rotary goals in the year 2019-20.

District Cricket Tornament 2018

District Cricket tournament was held on 9th December at Teri Oval Ground, Gurgaon-Faridabad Road. in total 12 teams participated in round robin league. Mr Manan Sharma, the international cricketer of India, was the chief guest. Rotary Club of Gurgaon won the coveted trophy, Faridabad Aravalli and Gurgaon Millennium were joint runnersup.

Board Meeting on December 18, 2018The Club Board meeting called by President Rtn. Manoj Srivastava to take conclusive decision on a few pending issues, planning for forthcoming months and assigning responsibility was well attended by Rtn.RaviDayal, Rtn. Nalin Bhatt, Rtn. Sandeep Dewan, Rtn. D. K. Saxena, Rtn. Arun Gupta, Rtn. Bhupesh Khanna and host Rtn. Avinash Agarwal. The detailed minutes are shared by the President with the Club members on the Board e-mail to put on record and apprise all of the Board decisions on the Agenda discussed. The meeting was adjourned with vote of thanks by the President to members for attending with a special mention to Rtn. Avinash Agarwal for utilising his Office premises and the generous hospitality arrangements.

“Joy of Giving” by Sister BK Shivani on December 01, 2018

An inspiring talk & interactive session with Life Coach Sister BK Shivani was organised at Teen Murti Auditorium under the able guidance of Assistant Governor Rtn. Umesh Bajaj. The talk was as indeed enriching and basically focused on ideologies of kindness and anger management. The talk was an interactive session which often led the audience to introspect and move forward in life with more positive energy and happiness. Our Club representation was heartening to see with presence of the Club President Rtn. Manoj Srivastava & R'Anne Charu Srivastava, Rtn. Umesh Bajaj & R'Anne Sarita Bajaj, Rtn. Avinash Agarwal & R'Anne Shipra Agarwal and Club Secretary Rtn. Flt. Lt. Rupa R. Gaur (Retd.).

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Know your member Rtn. Sudhir Silwal

Know your member PP Rtn. Sandeep Dewant

A Government Employee by profession –Rtn. Sandeep Dewan works with the Ministry of Finance as a Deputy Director- he inculcates the qualities of maturity and restraint in all his decisions.

Rtn. Sandeep Dewan was born on December 15, 1966 in Delhi. He has done his schooling from Sprindales, Pusa Road and Graduated in Computer Science from Shivaji College, Delhi University. His hobbies include Reading, Trekking & playing Lawn Tennis. A past President and a 'Founder Member' of the Club, Rtn. Sandeep Dewan has always been an integral part of the core team of RCD MEGAPOLIS. As a dedicated team player, he was instrumental in the conceptualising and functioning of Club's flagship project – “Koshish” which he is very passionate about. A Rotarian in the real sense, Sandeep is always willing to lend a helping hand, a trusted soldier in the battlefield and is often a saviour during any Club endeavors – be it for raising funds for the various projects, offering to host our foreign guests when they visit Delhi or contributing his might for the construction of Dams.

He is married and finds his strength is his ever-smiling spouse – Nishi whom he married on January 23, 1995. She is also born & brought up in Delhi. She has done her schooling from Carmel Convent and Graduated from Kamala Nehru College, Delhi University. She is positive and always has a good word for everyone. Her trademark is easy-going manner and a hospitable nature. He hobbies include traveling, meeting new people and cooking. She also takes interest in Club matters and shares her opinion.

They are blessed with a daughter Richa who is pursuing her BBA from Banasthali Vidyapith, Jaipur and a son Naman who is a student of St. Columbas, New Delhi.

Born on April 10, 1947, Rtn. Sudhir Silwal hails from Jammu & Kashmir to a Army family. He has done his schooling from Srinagar/Jammu (J&K) and Graduated from Shimla College. Being from the Defense background he was predictably positioned to be in that line of profession, changed his mind and pursued Bachelor of Law (L.L.B) from Delhi University in 1972.He started practice in Direct and Indirect Laws. Rtn. Sudhir Silwal has always been a sports person. He played Hockey for College XI and followed Cricket. He loves to trek and explore new places. An avid reader of various books on sports and literature.

He got married to R'Anne Saroj Silwal on October 10, 1975. His views are supported unequivocally upheld by his wife Saroj, an honest and an elegant person who has Graduated from MKP College, Dehradun. She has worked as financial adviser for two decades and now she is a home maker. Rtn. Sudhir Silwal ardently believes in family values and is a family person. His Sundays are more for his family. They are blessed with two children. Their Daughter Shweta is MBA and

now academician, teaching in Bangalore and is happily married to a Naval Officer. Their Son Siddharth who completed his Masters in Law from Brunel University, London is a practicing Corporate and Litigating Lawyer, married to Anisha is also a post Graduate in Law actively practicing Consumer Laws. Rtn. Sudhir Silwal & R'Anne Saroj Silwal are blessed with three grand children.

Rtn. Sudhir Silwal joined Rotary in 2013, according to him “Being in Rotary for last six years I have learnt a lot, it has given me a chance to join a group of people who share similar interest. It has helped me in my growth in human relations & personal development. My inspiration &message: Be a good human being, contribute to Society”.

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WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND THE ROTARY WHEEL PIN? WHY I WEAR A ROTARY PIN

The first lapel pin in the history of the Rotary was designed and made by New York Rotary Club member, John Frick on October 14, 1909 and worn by the club’s first president Bradford Bullock from 1909 until his premature death in 1911 (At the time, he was serving as VP of the National Association of Rotary Clubs). The forerunner of the traditional Rotary pin worn today, it features the Rotary wheel has it appeared in its earliest representation with eight spokes, no cogs, and no keyway.

The wheel itself became the symbol of Rotary in 1906, a year after the club’s formation in Chicago. Asked to design a symbol for the new club, Chicago Rotarian Montague Bear, an engraver, drew a simple wagon wheel with a few lines to show dust and motion (14 spokes, no cogs, no keyway). Paul Harris reasoned that the wheel symbolized "Civilization and

Movement." One observant Rotarian pointed out that a wheel would not generate clouds of dust in front of it, so Montague removed the offending cloud and that design remained the emblem for Chicago until 1912. When new clubs formed, they adopted the wheel in symbols of their own. Our club integrated the New York wheel and an oak tree as our symbol. It appears on the top of our first Live Oak newsletter in 1914. In 1910, the Rotary Club of Philadelphia added cogs to create a working wheel, symbolizing members working together, literally interlocked with one another to achieve the organization's objectives. They used 19 cogs in honor of their club, the 19th in Rotary. They created hundreds of metal pins with this design and successfully pitched it as the new official international wheel in 1912. It didn’t hurt that the president of the Philadelphia club [who had designed that club's emblem] became president of the International Association of Rotary Clubs at the 1912 Duluth convention. In 1918, two Rotarian engineers from the Duluth Club Charles Henry Mackintosh and Oscar Bjorge (formally of Minnesota) petitioned Rotary to amend the design of the wheel. They argued that a cogwheel with 19 cogs would not work. Also, the emblem had square-cornered teeth of disproportionate size, and the cogs were irregularly spaced. Charles called it, “An anachronism to engineers.” Oscar called it "an insult to engineering that only the brain of an artist could conceive." Oscar sketched a new wheel, with 6 spokes (symbolizing the 6 Objects of Rotary at that time) and 24 cogs or teeth. This design was presented to the Rotary world in 1920. However, there remained many versions of the Rotary wheel in use around the world by the different clubs. The Oakland Club was still using its 1914 wheel and oak tree in 1922. It wasn’t until 1922 that the Rotary International Association declared that all Rotary clubs should adopt a single design as the exclusive emblem of Rotarians. But, before the approval of Charles and Oscar’s gear wheel, the President of Rotary Club of Los Angeles, Will Forker submitted one change: “The ‘hub’ design of the new ‘wheel’ is that of an ‘idler’ wheel or gear, there being no provision for the reception or transmission of power to or from a shaft,” he argued. But, he said, incorporating a keyway would make the new wheel “a real worker[LH1].” Oscar and Charles heartily agreed. So, in 1923 the keyway was added and the design, which we see on our pins was formally adopted as the official Rotary International emblem.

Reasons for wearing a pin varied: for publicity of Rotary, for pride, for acceptance and recognition, for the start of easy conversation with other Rotarians wherever you go. Wearing a Rotary Fellowship pin shows a Rotarian’s vocation, he creational interest. Past RI President Bob Barth (1993-94, from the Rotary Club of Aarau, Switzerland) felt that a Rotary pin says this about the wearer: “You can rely on me, I am dependable, I am reliable, I give more than I take, and I am available

Wishing Megapolis family a very

Charu & Manoj Srivastava

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Birthdays in December 2018

Rtn. Nalin Bhatt – December 07th

R'Anne Shipra Agarwal – December 09th

Rtn. Sandeep Dewan – December 15th

thRtn. Dharminder Bhohi – December 16

Rtn. Rakesh Madan – December 20th

Anniversaries in December 2018

Rtn. Umesh Bajaj & R'Anne Sarita December 04th

Rtn. Saket Kalra &R'Anne Saloni December 05th

Rtn.Rakesh Madan & R'Anne Madhu

December 12th

Rtn.Bhupesh Khanna & R'Anne Pooja

December 13th

Rtn. Ravi Dayal & R'Anne Jyotsna December 25th

Rtn. Satish Swaroop & R'Anne Richa

December 29th

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Message of Hony. Secy. Rtn. Flt. Lt. Rupa R. Gaur (Retd.)

Message of First Lady R’anne Charu Dayal Srivastava

Newsletter Team 2018-19

PP Rtn. Vikram SahnyPresident Rtn. Manoj Srivastava Hony. Secy. Rtn. Flt. Lt. Rupa R. Gaur(Retd.) PE Rtn. Bhupesh Khanna

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Happy New Year 2019!December is a month of making merry and sharing a smile… though the month seemed a bit slow on regular activities,at the same time there was a lot excitement and buzz of deliberateddecisions taken which will give shape to the actions during the rest of the Rotary year. I take this opportunity on the eve of New Year to urge all the Club members to be the “People of Action” and participate overwhelmingly in all the Rotary activities to spread more goodness around. The Stalwarts of the Month Rtn. D.K. Saxena &Rtn. Arun Gupta along with R' Anne Alka Gupta deserve an appreciation for taking the lead and organise the fellowship… a stroke to positivity and goodness. “May this season warm up souls of all Club members & their families, bring peace and bless everything good this life has to offer...GOD BLESS & JAI HIND!

January is Vocational Service Month. Vocational service gives Rotarians the opportunity to help others escape poverty and gain a measure of self-respect through gainful employment or : vocation. Vocational training projects form cornerstones of community service projects for every Rotary Club. Besides, in January International Assembly is held where Governors-elect and their partners meet and train for their Rotary year. This time the International Assembly is being held on 13-19 January 2019 at San Diego, California, USA. Vocational Service month is a great time to celebrate and learn about the life work of our members, whether it is a profession that has lots of history or newly established. This month and in the months ahead, take some time during your club meetings to have Rotarians share their stories of what they do to impact their world. Relationships will be stronger and one of the reasons for the founding of Rotary will be expressed.

To my dear Mega family,Life ends when you stop dreaming , Hope ends when you stop believing nLOVE ends when you stop caring.Be the cause of happiness for others who need our help....As Rotarians in this New Year 2019 lets put our hands together , make a resolution to give generously to reach our goals. Lets move ahead positively towards making our society a better place , as small drops of water make an ocean. So if we can accomplish small successes it will turn into a bigger success.If we all donate generously towards Koshish , other projects of our Mega Club n also Rotary Foundation , we can contribute better and give much more to society than now. So let's do it ! Make it happen in this New Year 2019.It just needs your willingness to do it.

HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!




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