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BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF CALCUTTA MIDTOWN - DISTRICT 3291

Volume 42 l Number 08 l Thursday, 27th Oct , 2016

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t Regular Meeting will be held on 10th November at the

Saturday Club 6.30 PM.

Joint Regular Meeting along with Rotary Club Of Calcutta

South East.

Today’s Spekar :

Dr.Subha Sen received Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree from Calcutta University in 1975 based on her pioneering work on Metallo-organic Chemistry of Rhenium.She was engaged in chemical researches since 1969 in India and abroad. She worked firstly as research fellow (JRF, SRF, PDF of CSIR), then as Pool Officer of CSIR and Research Associate of UGC at Calcutta University. She worked as post-doctoral fellow in East Anglia University, U.K. in 1975 and in 1977-'78 before joining Calcutta University as a faculty member in 1978. She

retired from her active service from Calcutta University in 2007 and acted as Departmental Head during 2002-2004.

As part of her research attainment, she was invited world over by several international chemical and environmental science laboratories

Several major scientific research projects were handled by Prof. Sen sponsored by C.S.I.R., U.G.C.), Department of Oceanography (D.O.), I.S.R.O. and guided several students for their Ph.D. (Chemistry), M. Tech (in Atmospheric Science), M.D. (in Ayurvedic medicine) theses.

She has more than 70 research publications to her credit in peer reviewed National/ International journals. She attended/Contributed several National and International Symposium/Conference (Some of the sessions were chaired by Prof. Sen).

Prof. Sen is member of very many scientific professional bodies and distinctions achieved are not narrated here for the shortage of space

Ms. Sen is associated with Prajapita Brahma Kumaris'Ishwariya Vishya Vidyalaya (Mt. Abu, Head Quarter) for about 20 years and practising Rajyog Meditation for personal attainment. She used to conduct classes on Stress Management, Positive Thinking etc for professionals as well as common citizens in Kolkata under the guidance of Rajyog Centre, Bangur Avenue, Kolkata.

She has been appointed faculty member of Value Education and Spirituality Course organized by Directorate of Distance Education, Annamalai University in Technical collaboration with Brahma Kumaris Education wing, Mt. Abu and is conducting classes in Diploma, PG Diploma, M.Sc and MBA courses since 2010 at Rajyog Bhavan, Bangur Avenue, Kolkata.

PROFILE OF Dr.SUBHA SEN

100% Attended list of Sep 2016 :

Rtn Shalini Agarwal, Rtn Nirmal Agarwal, Rtn Anand P Agarwal,Rtn Neeraj Agarwal,Rtn Sudir

Chand,Rtn Dr. Biman Chakraborty , Rtn Sanjay Chowdhary, Rtn Udayendu Dass,Rtn

K.K.Dutta.Gupta , Rtn Sonali Gupta, Rtn Yogesh Gupta, Rtn Debojit Halder, Rtn Ravi Kedia ,Rtn

Bhupesh Kapoor,Rtn Vikram Poddar, Rtn Suman Sarawgi, Rtn Kamal Seth, Rtn Yugal Sikri.

There is a great difference between worry and concern. A worried person sees a problem, and a concerned person solves a problem.—Harold Stephens

Proudly Sharing…

Our PDG Kamal Seth has been

designated as Chairman

Election Committee of RI District 3291

for Rotary Year 2016-17.

This year the Committee will conduct

election for the following positions-

1) District Governor Nominee Designate

2) Council on Legislation(COL)

Representative(COL meets every 3 years)

3) Ri Director Nominating Committee Member

Rtn Suresh Gupta (26.11.1930-03.10.2016)

Rtn Suresh Gupta, Founder Member of Rotary Club of Calcutta Midtown, left for heavenly abode creating a huge Void.

He grew up on Zakaria Street, influenced by

Arya Samaj, as well as bania frugality and

simple living. Suresh completed his Geology

B.Sc. from Presidency College and joined the

family business, trading stocks and jute for 6

decades. In the business world, he was

respected and loved for being honest,

forthright, genial, and charismatic.

In 1952, Suresh married the fiercely

independent Kusum Musaddi of Kanpur, who

ensured that his conservative upbringing

would no more reign supreme. Then the

children came, Sujata, Anuja, and Siddhartha,

whose early death cast a lasting shadow, and

then three grandchildren whom he adored.

In 1975, Suresh joined the new Rotary Club of

Calcutta Midtown as a Charter Member. He

found the camaraderie with persons from all

communities and walks of life thrilling. In turn,

he enticed all with his stylish renditions of sher-

o-shairis, sense of mischief and humour, and

bawdy jokes in his native Haryanvi. He was in

the committee for admitting new members,

where his modus operandi was to pick those

with the prettiest wives.

Kusum's sudden death in 2014 left him

shattered. As time passed he became mellow

and contemplative. For all his rich life and

popularity, Suresh remained modest and self-

deprecating to the end. Rotary Midtown will

miss him.

Snippet

1. After eating too much, your hearing is less sharp.2. An average adult male brain weighs about 1375 grams.3. An average human body contains enough amount of fat to make seven bars of soap.4. An average human drinks about 16,000 gallons of water in a lifetime.5. An average person has over 1,460 dreams a year which is about 4 dreams every night.6. An average person laughs about 15 times a day.7. Any damage to brain cells cannot be repaired completely.8. Approximately 75% of human waste is made of water.9. As we get older, the brain loses almost one gram per year.10. Aspirin and alcohol can be absorbed directly into the bloodstream through the stomach lining.11. Astronauts cannot burp in space. There is no gravity to separate liquid from gas in their stomachs.12. At birth we have over 300 bones. As we grow up, some of the bones begin to fuse together as a result an adult has only 206 bones.

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l Meeting was called to order by President Rtn. Yogesh Gupta at 7.00 PM.

l National Anthem was lead by Rtn. Mr. Kumbhani and recited by all.

l President Yogesh invited all Members, Anns, Inner Wheel members, Rotractors and

Friends of Rotary. He wished Shubho Bijoya to all present.

l He appointed Rtn. David as the sergeant for the day.

l Confirmation of previous meeting minutes were taken. Proposed by Rtn.Nirmal and

Seconded by Rtn. Biman Chakravorty.

l Induction of Sahil Desai was done by Rtn. Rajani Kumbhani and Rtn. Biman Chakravorty.

l Guest Speaker Rtn. Nirmal spoke on the 'Relevance of Joining Rotary, Rotaract and similar

organisations'. Valuable inputs were received from Rtn Vikash as well. It was an interesting

and motivating session esp. for young Rotarians and Rotractors present.

l President Yogesh informed the house that our Rtn. PDG Kamal Seth has been appointed the

Chair of the Election Committee for the forthcoming elections to be held in Dist. 3291.

Election will be held for 3 posts. He said that it was proud moment for our Club.

l Sparkle: Rtn. Vikram informed that 11 lacs worth of Sparkle has been sold and we are yet to

sell stocks worth 1 lac. President added that if we put in more effort we can cross 20 lakhs

next year.

l Car Rally for the Blind: Vikram informed that progress on the fund raising part has been

dismal so far. Rtn. David said 'Mani' group has committed Rs.1 lac towards the event. Rtn.

Atul Makharia said that our Club can use the brand name of 'Harley Davidson' motorcycles

to pull in other brands. Atul is dealer for Harley bikes. It was also informed that Saturday

Club has agreed to be the venue partner for the event and will provide place for Start and

Finish. However, nitty gritties are yet to be thrashed out with the committee. Vikram and

Sahil are working out on that part. President requested all to scout for sponsors, small or

big.

l Fellowship: Rtn. Vikram suggested that we can have a joint social like a Diwali cards party at

Srikant's place. Rtns. Debojit, Bimanda, Samirr Doshi and Lalji were ready to host a joint

social. Date and place are yet to decided.

l Rtn. Ravi Dhawan shared his experiences of USA where he attended various Rotary meets

and events. He said that Rotary has its presence at various non-Rotary events, for eg. A

snacks stall at a soccer match for raising funds. One social cause that really touched him was

that Rotary took care of families of war veterans and police personnel. President said that

caring for war veterans' families is a worthy cause and our club can also look to do

something similar.

l Secretary's Report: Jt. Sec. Rtn. Neeraj Agarwal reported attendance 22 present that makes

it 47%. Total membership as on date-63 members.

l Any other matter: 1) David reminded that we have to amend our bye-laws regarding two-

meeting schedule from the earlier 4-meeting one, if not yet done. 2) Rotaract members of

the new club 'BIBS' had various doubts regarding how to raise funds. It was aptly answered

by the President.

l Hilarious sergeanting by David which earned a collection of Rs.1950 for the sunshine box.

l President informed that the next meeting will be held on 27th Oct and closed the meeting

with Thanks.

Minutes of the 1960th Meeting (6th for the year 16-17) held

on 22nd Sept at Rtn. S.K. Mehra's Residence.

www.rotarymidtown.org

Published By Rtn Suman Sarawgi, Hon. Secretary Calcutta Midtown

13th Oct Regular Meeting Picture

THE

TESTF UR-WAY

1. Is it the truth ?

2. Is it fair to all concerned ?

3. Will it build goodwill and better friendship ?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned ?

Of the things we say and do:

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY -11th Oct - Ravi Dhawan,Anne Renu

20th Oct - Neeraj Agarwa,Anne Preti Agarwal

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS -

1st Oct - Rtn.Kailash Prasad Jhujunwala

8th Oct - Rtn.Hitesh Dhani

14th Oct - Anne Simi Gupta

18th Oct - Rtn.Sreekant Pasari 23th Oct - Rtn.Yogal Sikri

29th Oct - Rtn.Yogesh Gupta

30th Oct - Rtn.Kamal Seth

31st Oct - Ms.Chitra Duttagupta,Atul

Makharia