Rooted in Family, Soaring in Service: The Mahaveer Bothra Story

Catching up with District Governor Mahaveer Bothra is no easy feat—especially when he’s splitting his time between breakfast meetings, weddings, cracking jokes, and charming a crowd. Amid the chaos, Voice of RID 3233 editor Rtn. Sashi managed to steal a lively chat, uncovering

Breaking Records, Building Lives: PDG Rtn. AP Kanna’s Rotary Renaissance

Catching a word with PDG Rtn. AP Kanna is like trying to catch a shooting star – blink and he’s off to another city! But between his international flights and virtual meetings across time zones, he graciously shared a treasure trove of insights.

Editor’s Desk – January 2025

Dear Rotarians, A brand-new year calls for a brand-new issue! Here’s wishing you all a fantastic start to 2025 with the seventh edition of Voice of RID 3233. This one’s packed with wits, wisdom, and a sprinkle of humour to keep you entertained

கொள்ளு ரசம்: நம்ம சென்னையின் ‘கட்டு’க்கோப்பை காக்கும் ரகசியம்!

வணக்கம் சென்னை ரோட்டரியன்ஸ்! “இளைத்தவனுக்கு எள்ளு, கொழுத்தவனுக்கு கொள்ளு”ன்னு ஒரு பழமொழி உண்டு. நம்ம சென்னையின் வெயிலுக்கு, கட்டுக்கோப்பா உடம்ப வச்சுக்க கொள்ளு ரொம்ப நல்லதுன்னு எனக்கு தோணுது. அதுவும் நம்ம 3233 மாவட்டத்துல  எல்லாரும் ரொம்ப சுறுசுறுப்பா இருக்கோமே, அவங்களுக்கு இந்த ரெசிபி ரொம்ப யூஸ்ஃபுல்லா இருக்கும்னு நினைக்கிறேன். அதனால, இந்த முறை கொஞ்சம் ஸ்பெஷலான, அதே சமயம்

Life of a Secretary: A Hilarious Take on Rotary Realities

Being a secretary in Rotary is like being the butter in a sandwich—squeezed between the bread of presidential ambitions and the toppings of committee expectations. While everyone savours the final flavour of a Rotary event, they seldom realize the butter is melting under

The Gift of Sight: A Legacy Beyond Life

As a Rotarian, I’ve learned that true service extends far beyond our club meetings and community projects. It’s about creating lasting impact – sometimes, in the most profound and unexpected ways. Consider this: with a single, selfless act after our lifetime, we can

Values that Define Us: Lessons from the Frontlines

Dear Fellow Rotarians of Chennai, Throughout my years of naval service and my ongoing journey with Rotary, I’ve encountered extraordinary stories that illuminate the profound values that truly define human character. These narratives are more than mere accounts of military heroism – they

Rotary’s Fight Against Polio: A Personal Reflection

As I sat among fellow Rotarians at the Green Rotarian Conclave at Mohan Gardens, Korattur last December, PDG Rtn. ISAK Nazar’s powerful speech on “Rotary’s Contribution to Polio” struck a personal chord with me. As a medical microbiologist, I found myself deeply moved

How I Almost Sailed Away (But Got Stranded at Port) – A Tale of me in Rotary Sea!

Picture this: There I was, a bioinformatics student who spends more time with DNA sequences than actual people, suddenly applying for the coolest thing since sliced bread – Rotary’s Semester at Sea program. I mean, who wouldn’t want to hop on a ship

Periods, Progress, and Planet: A Holistic Approach

As a new Rotarian and someone deeply involved in women’s health, I’ve come to realize that our service extends beyond traditional charitable acts. Sometimes, the most meaningful change starts with addressing everyday challenges that often go unspoken. Let’s talk about something that affects