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Vol. 21 | Issue 1 | July’16

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House Journal of The Waltair Club, Visakhapatnam

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Dear Members, It is indeed a moment of great pride for me to have an opportunity to lead our prestigious The Waltair Club. As the president of this august club,I shall carry forward the legacy of my predecessors with humility and take our club a notch higher.

Today The Waltair Club has gathered impeccable stature as one of the premium clubs in the country. The epitome of opulence and glory has been shining for 123 years now, we are to set many more milestones in the coming years. With the prominent people of the city as members of our club, it is an excellent venue for socialising. Members indulge themselves in a wide range of activities offered by the club in their leisure time for entertainment. So I assure all the members a year full of engaging and

progressive club activities.

I can proudly say that this year, the members can witness very vibrant committee members working with complete dedication, transparency and zeal for the overall development of the club. I request members of the club to come forward with positive suggestions and guidance so that we can make our second home better.

I thank you all once again for having faith in me and entrusting me this prestigious responsibility. We as a team assure you all to keep up good work, spread happiness and work with enthusiasm.

Wishing you all happy moments in the club.

Best Regards, A Satyanarayana

FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

Dear Friends, At the outset, thank you very much for reposing your confidence in us to take the Club year ahead with panache and style that our prestigious Club shines with. As I take over the hot seat of Secretary of such a happening club, I wish to assure you that you could look forward to an enthusiastic, entertaining and fun-filled year ahead replete with good service standards and dedication from us in every activity.

Over the years, our Club has become an iconic destination and trend setter in many activities and events that we have organized and this year we wish to raise the bar to a higher level. We can only do this with your co-operation and support and I request you to join us as a single team to achieve this great feat. Glory

is always better as a shared emotion and no man is an island when the celebrations begin. Let us get high on the good times and make the Friendship…. Fellowship….and Fun flow unlimited.

We are a young committee and have new and different ideas to serve you this year. Thinking “out of the box” will be our endeavor and I look forward to meeting you at our events and celebrations. Till then, feel free to contact me or walk into the Club Office to share a cup of coffee and toast to the pride of being members of such a regal Club.

Yours Sincerely, K.Vamsi Kishore

SECRETARY’S MESSAGE

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VICE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEEditorial Board

Chairman Mr. Nirmal Hirawat

Editor Dr. Hema Yadavalli

Members Mr. A Vijay Kumar Dr. Padma Murale Mr. Shashank Dutt Kancharla Mr. Sumedh Yadavalli

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESKDear Members, Let me take this opportunity to thank The Waltair Club Managing Committee for making me the Editor of Waltair Times. It is an honour to shoulder this responsibility despite it being a constantly demanding task.

Beginning with this issue, we aim to give importance to the way in which the journal is presented. Hope you all appreciate the small changes introduced in the journal. We wish to bring about a gradual change in the near future for further progress of the journal. We are introducing a doctor’s column, “What’s Up Doctor!”, a recipe column, “What’s Cooking!” and many interesting articles from this issue. I am thankful to

my editorial team who will work along with me in taking this journal to a higher level and ensuring that we engage the members.

We plan to introduce online copies of the journal and bring in an App for the convenience of the members. But this will take a bit of time.

On behalf of the entire editorial team, I convey my sincere gratitude to the members who have contributed their write ups to this issue. Would love to hear your feedback.

Dr.Hema Yadavalli

PresidentMr.A.SatyanarayanaVice-PresidentMr.N.K.HirawatHon.SecretaryMr.K.Vamsi KishoreHon.TreasurerMr.B.Lakshman Patro

PresidentMr.D.V.Raju Vice-PresidentMr.G.Rama RaoHon.SecretaryMr.M.RamgopalHon.TreasurerMr.B.Srinivasa Rao

New Managing Committee (2016-17) Out Going Managing Committee (2015-16)

Dear Members, Monsoon Greetings to you all! At the outset, I wish to place on record my heartfelt thanks to you all for reposing faith in me and electing me unanimously as Vice President of ‘The Waltair Club’. I am honoured and pleased to be chosen to serve this prestigious Club. The new team has taken charge and is eager to get started on various programs to further improve the ambience and facilities of the Club. The enthusiasm of the President and the new Committee augurs well for the Club, and I wish all the members pleasant times at the Club.

Yours, Nirmal Hirawat

Committee Members:Catering: Mr.D.Krishna PrasadEntertainment: Mr.S.V.H.RajendraLibrary, Chambers & Auditorium: Dr.G.Seshagiri RaoBar: Mr.D.SrinivasSports: Mr.S.Murali KrishnaGeneral Services: Mr.K.Sri KrishnaLadies Committee Chairperson: Mrs.Meghna S OzaLadies Committee Co-Chairperson: Dr.Hema Yadavalli

Committee Members:Mr.Ch.RanganadhMr.Sudhir MulagadaMr.V.K.Visweswara RaoMr.Nikhil OzaMr.C.BalasatishMr.T.V.Thimmayya GandhiLadies Comittee Chairperson: Mrs Bela Gupta

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Monsoon is always welcome after the scorching summer heat. The showers, the cool weather, the greenery around are always a thing we wait for. But with children we have to be extra cautious. Pain, illness and suffering can be avoided by taking few precautions! Excerpts from the exclusive interview with Dr. Gana Mohan.

What are the common complaints seen in children in this rainy season? Cough, cold, throat pain and nasal block. 95% of these cases are viral infections. These complaints can be handled by following simple remedies like giving paracetomol/tylenol for high temperatures, body pains and headache, giving adequate rest and giving right intake to the child. Parents should have patience to wait for atleast three days and observe if the child’s symptoms are on downtrend. However if the child is sick-looking and has disproportionate weakness, then consulting a doctor is a must.Use of antibiotics can be avoided in most of the cases.

What are the serious diseases that could affect children in the rainy season? Dengue, typhoid, malaria and tummy flu are prevalent in this season.

Dengue is caused by mosquito bites especially during day time. Children must be protected from mosquito bites in day time also. In cases of dengue, parents must be vigilant to observe if the child is active, pass normal urine and consume reasonable amounts of food and liquids. But incase of significant symptoms like extreme weakness, low urination and excessive sleep the child has to be immediately taken to the doctor. The doctor will try to assess and maintain the input output balance of fluids.

Another fever frequently observed is viral fever usually asociated with cough, cold and/or vomitting diarrhea. Any fevers and cold and cough are generally due to viral infection. Even after 3 days if the symptoms don’t subside, antibiotics might be prescribed by the doctor.

Tummy flu can be due to infection in small intestine called diarrhea resulting in large volumes of motion or infection in large intestine called dysentery resulting in small volume of motion with blood and/or mucus. 90% of these cases can be handled using ORS (Oral Rehydration Salts). Along with ORS, Children can be given soups made of sago, arrow root powder or mashed potato and rice. Usually milk can be given. However fruits, juices, sweets and sugar need to be totally avoided.

Typhoid is mainly spread through contaminated water and food. Eating food which is hygienically prepared and drinking boiled or purified water can prevent typhoid. Awareness needs to spread among people to ensure that proper sanitation techniques are followed. Vaccination against typhoid can be given to children.

Usual symptoms of malaria like fever, chills and rigours may not be present in children. Fever without any other symptoms can be suspected for malaria or urinary infection.

Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water. Enough measures need to be taken to eliminate stagnant water.

Dos and Donts

Ensure that you wash your hands including nails. Home cooked food is always preferred as it is safe. Even if one eats outside food, always ensure

that it is clean and hot. Fruits need to be washed properly. Avoid going to dusty areas. Children need to use masks for protection

against dust and respiratory infections. Parents must make sure that school authorities

take measures to keep classrooms mosquito-free and specially watch out for mosquitoes under benches because dengue is mainly caused by day time mosquito bites.

How to develop immunity among children

Avoiding antibiotics in most cases will improve immunity.

Giving proper balanced diet. Formulating a family exercise plan where fitness

is made a part of life. Dr. Gana MohanMD (ped), DCH, MRCP (Ped, London) Fellowship in Neonatalogy (USA, Australia )

A Cure for the monsoon bug

DATE : 27TH JULY TIME : 5:30 PMAT CENTENARY HALL

litz & lamour NiteG

A RED CARPET EVENING

Waltair Club Ladies committee presents

What’s Up Doc?

For further details contact : Sandhya Godey: +91 9849117400, Parveen: 9949837775

Glamorous Gown | Cocktail Sari | Smart Retro for Senior Ladies

Early Bird Games | Dress like a Diva | Face Contouring Demo

COMPETITIONS:OTHER ACTIVITIES:

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Mr.K.John Prasad

Mr.Vijay Kumar Chintagada

Mr.V.DhananJai

Miss.Alka Mangalgiri

Mr.Rahul Kothari

Miss.Anupriya Sengupta

Mr.Ch.Venkata Kumar Raju

Mrs.K.Gayathri Devi

Mrs.D.Lalitha Kumari

Mrs.K.Ratnasri Divya

Miss.R.Tanvi Reddy

Mr.V.V.S.Madhav

Mr.K.Raj Mohan

Mr.B.V.Sathvik Chowdary

Miss.Sakshi Sharma

Mr.K.Prajwal Reddy

Miss.B.Shruti

Miss.P.Revathi

Miss.K.Kavyasree

Mr.B.Tejesh

Mr.Y.Sree Bhargav

Mrs.N.Padma

Miss.Deeksha B Rai

Miss.M.Kamala Geethika

Mr.M.Dhiraj

Miss.Sanskriti Gupta

Mr.K.Vinay Varma

Mr.K.Avinash

Mr.Y.Veerendra

Mr.K.V.S.R.Mallik

Mr.P.S.Sritej

Mr.B.Satya Nithin Varma

Mr.S.Mrutyunjaya Rao

Mr.I.V.Kamal Varma

Mr.G.Nischal

Miss.N.Satya Sravani

Miss.Deepthy Chowdary

Miss.M.Sri Lakshmi Sowmya

Dr.K.Deepak Varma

Mr.Zoeb Zafar Hosain

Mr.D.Bharadwaj

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New Members joined in the month of June,2016

Ingredients

Plain flour: half a measuring cupMelted butter: 3tbspMilk: 1/4 cupSugar: 2 tspVanilla essence:1tsp Method.

Melt butter. Keep aside. Mix flour with the milk. Add sugar. Whisk lightly. Add vanilla essence. Pour the melted butter and mix in gently.

Heat pan. Spread a small spoonful of butter. Pour a laddle full of the batter on it. Spread it like a thin dosa. Cook till done. Serve hot with the chocolate creme

Chocolate Creme Preparation

Ingredients

Cooking chocolate: 250gmFresh cream: 125gmHoney: 2tbsp

Melt dark chocolate with honey on medium heat in a microwave. Whip in fresh cream. Serve with the crepes. add nuts for added flavour

CREPES N CREME

What’s Cooking? Toss out the junk food and start making snack time fun again. This kid-friendly receipe will keep kids very happy. This snack is the best serve as a mid morning or evening snack, in the school box or after school for kids. Very simple yet delicious!

Receipe Courtesy: Mrs. Radhika Satish

PresidentMr.A.V Monish RowVice-PresidentMr.D.V Raju

Hon.SecretaryMr.G Veera MohanHon.TreasurerMr.K.R.B Prakash

Our Members elected in The Vizagapatnam Chamber of Commerce

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The Spa & Salon was inaugurated by Mr.Kantimahanti Nagendra (N-200) in the presence of Shri D.V.Raju, Hon.President, Committee Members and other members on 25.06.2016. The Spa & Salon operations have been entrusted to M/s. Evolution Spa & Fitness services Pvt. Ltd., Visakhapatnam.

On the occasion, the President Shri D.V.Raju thanked and felicitated Shri Kantimahanti Nagendra for magnanimously sponsoring the complete flooring tiles of the Spa building. He also felicitated Mrs.Jyothi W/o.Mr.M.V.V.Satyanarayana (V-199) for executing the complete renovation work under her able guidance.

Renovated Children Playpen area was inaugurated by Dr.(Mrs) Padmini Chengal Roy (C-002). The Playpen was properly secured by railings on the South West side for safety of the children, the complete existing infrastructure was freshly repainted and equipment serviced. The following new international quality products from M/s.Hugo Play were introduced for the benefit of children-Puppy Dog Rider, Elephant Rider, Animal Merry Go Round, Traingular climber and Log Roller.

The 2nd International Yoga Day was conducted in our Club under the able guidance of Shri Ravi Shankar, Yoga exponent. Nearly 150 members and their spouses participated. The camp was well appreciated by the participants and was followed by a sathvik breakfast prepared by our Club catering and under the guidance of Smt. Valli Ramgopal.

Spa Inauguration

Playpen Renovation

Yoga Day

Yoga day

A free artiritis awareness camp was conducted on 5th June at Pearl-1 by Dr.T.Ramana Murthy, M.S., (Ortho) FRAS (Germany). Many members took benefit out of the camp.

Free arthritis awareness camp

SpaSpa&beauty

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1883 Bar Renovation : 1883 Bar has been renovated with new bar counter, lighting and upholstery. Central air conditioning has been replaced with new unit. The bar was opened on June 13, 2016 by senior member and past President Mr.N.S Rambabu and President Mr. DV Raju. There was a good gathering of members with Ballantines providing drinks to all members and subsequently attractive offers were made available to members.

Family Night @ Lawns : The First Edition of Family Night at Lawns has received a very good response which has encouraged us to organise a repeat. The Second Edition of Family Night at The Lawns

was organised on June 11. This time the menu was extensive and for cocktails, celebrity Cocktail Mixer Mr. Asmani from Bangalore had prepared some very exotic cocktails exclusively for the members. For ladies and children we had premium mocktails at a very nominal pricing. A special and innovative menu was created. And to bring in the evening a student band performed live and a small dance floor for children was organised. The response was overwhelming with over 300 members having attended.

Single Malt Tasting Session : This year has been a year of firsts. We earlier had Mr. Jamie Walker from Johnnie Walker family, Scotland who conducted a Johnnie Walker Night, then Mr.Alexander Williams from Ballantines, Scotland conducted a tasting session of Ballantines finest Whiskies and for the first time ever we had a tasting session for Single Malt Whisky at the Club. A tasting session was organised for LAPHROAIG, a speciality Isle Single Malt established in the year 1815. After the initial tasting, special promotion was made available to all members and the event needless to say was a spirited one. The event was held on June 26th the last weekend that the out going committee stepepd out. The signature event with The Best Peat Whisky and live music by the band KAIROZ lifted the spirits of the members throughout the evening.

Tambola held on 25.06.2016

1ST PRIZE WINNER Mrs.Alka Kumar W/o.Mohinish Kumar (M-171)

2ND PRIZE WINNER Mrs.Indubala Gupta W/o Mr.Ashok Kumar Gupta (A-78)

3RD PRIZE WINNER Mr.Ramannand Satapathy (R-237) Mr.B.Srinivasa Rao (S-226)

Club Affairs

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Our world today is so interconnected, powered by computers held in our hand (smart phones), it is literally astounding as to what we can do with our devices. Two decades ago, if any one did what we can do today, we would have described the person as having magical powers from God.

Yes we have learnt a lot and keep doing it. Somewhere along the line the difference between learning and habits of rote is getting blurred. We need to keep our focus on gaining and sharing our knowledge instead of becoming slaves to the technology. Consider this:

A teacher friend, complained that one of her students has been missing school for a couple of months, which might entail a repetition of the class due to shortage of attendance. I knew the student in question who was traumatized by a recent kidnapping attempt, so maybe he underwent professional counselling or maybe the family had taken him on an extended vacation.Thus I offered to find out from the child’s mother the reason for his continued absence from school. I reached the boys home and found him playing very happily with his pet puppy. The young boy seemed relaxed and didn’t seem to be undergoing any kind of trauma. Perplexed, I asked him how he was doing. With a huge smile

he said he was getting a lot of time to play with his puppy. Very gently I asked him if he missed school and all his friends at school. The happy smile was instantly replaced by a sad droopy lips and he bobbed his head in affirmation. Apprehensive, I then asked him why he was not going to school. The droop deepened and his eyes filled with tears. In a voice quavering with emotion he said ‘ Nobody is letting me go to school. Every day I leave home for school, some days I even reach the school gate, but before I can enter, someone known to my parents pick me up and take me back home.

Turned out that the day the child was kidnapped, the parents put out a message on all their WhatsApp groups asking for help in tracing their son’s whereabouts. Every group has these conscientious members who take everything that is posted on the group very seriously and think it is their moral obligation to forward messages they receive to other groups they are members of, and educate or enlighten them with the new found information.

As a result of such a chain for forwards and repeat forwards, people who knew this boy were under the impression that the boy had been kidnapped and needed to be returned to his parents even months after he was actually safe and sound with his family.

Although the above incident is a slightly exaggerated version of what may have happened, it is nevertheless a true representation of what is happening. Technology meant to facilitate communication between people has now become an addiction of sorts.

Although the essence of effective communication is to convey essential information only to the people who need to process it to result in action in resolving a given situation, indiscriminate forwards only end up in making a huge information pile up that usually ends up confusing , distracting and annoying a lot of people, or totally ignored in the deluge.

I am sure all of us have been at the receiving end of messages or greetings that have been copied, pasted and forwarded to us which kept everyone wondering why we received that message and why there are two senders - the original sender and the person who forwarded without editing it.

Just like people feel the need to diet or optimize their diet, use of technology should be mixed with judicious judgement by the user.

The sad paradox is that messages that really can make a difference are very rarely shared, and even if they are, seem to have no effect in the implementation. Subtle threats of bad luck affecting the reader if he/she does not forward the picture of a highly unlikely natural formation of a God or religious symbol to 13 others or breaking the cycle of forwards seem to have more action implementation, than a request for blood or cleaning the neighbourhood campaign.

I have personally decided to undertake a digital detox and limit my use of WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter and other such applications unless I have something positive to contribute to the people I am addressing with my comments or posts.

Sandhya Godey

DIGITAL DETOX

Programmes for July, 2016Awareness Programme on GST Bill03.07.2016 Sunday Beer&Biryani Tambola 12.00 PM

08.07.2016 Friday Movie 7.00 PM

15.07.2016 Friday Movie 7.00 PM

16.07.2016 Saturday Tambola 7.30 PM

17.07.2016 Sunday Senior Citizens Day 11.00 AM

22.07.2016 Friday Movie 7.00 PM

27.07.2016 Wednesday Ladies Nite 5.30 PM

29.07.2016 Friday Movie 7.00 PM

Awareness Programme for the benefit of our Members on Proposed GST Bill and its impact on the business by Hiregange Associates, Bengaluru will be conducted on 17th July,2016 (Sunday). Breakfast will be served from 9am to 10am. Session starts at 10am at A/C Dining Hall.

Speakers : CA. T. R. Rajesh Kumar, CA.V.S.Sudheer.

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