Great projects in D 3212 Responding to the suggestions of parents and heads of ­institutions, IPDG V R Muthu, RID 3212, initiated Project Punch. We, members of RC ­Tiruchirapalli (RID 3000) feel proud that he was our past president and a reputed trainer of leaders.

RI president calls for action The July edition is superb. The RI president’s message emphasises on building peace within and spreading it freely and the Editor’s note gives a toast to new beginnings. RID ­Roychowdhury calls for changes to face future challenges. Glad to hear from Trustee chair

Awestruck by Egypt’s beauty Your vivid description of Egypt, the oasis in the desert, which nurtured and nourished civilisation for thousands of years is very interesting to read. I felt as though I was in my astral form visiting The Land of The Pharaohs. It

  The article A real-life Bajrangi Bhaijaan story throws light on an excellent humanitarian service, a role model for us. We discussed this project with other Lion clubs. Best compliments to all those involved, directly or indirectly. Arun Kumar, Lions Club of Allahabad,

A fitting tribute to Naushad The article on music ­composer Naushad was one of S R ­Madhu’s best tributes to those who contributed to Hindi film music. It is easy to write a tribute about Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar or Mohammed Rafi. But it takes a lot of effort

In the obit feature on Vani Jairam: An ageless voice tragically stilled, I notice there are no pictures of her with South Indian music composers. Those could have been included. Kandasamy Saroja The article Nagpur Rotarians work for tribal welfare is wonderful and the credit

Panduranga Setty remembered While the news of PRID Panduranga Setty’s demise saddened the Rotary world, it was highly saddening for us at RC Karur, for we share a special relationship with him. Back in 1997–98, when our club was a small one, we invited him to be the

The Dec issue was wonderful. The activities of RID 3110 are impressive. The picture of the Badawi Linga from the temple in Hampi, Karnataka, made me bow down my head with reverence. Articles on the solar dryers, Interactors, Wordsworld, environmental responsibility, and the health column were impressive.

I became emotional while reading the article by PRIP Rajendra Saboo in the November issue about his ­medical missions to African countries. Having worked as a volunteer in adverse situations, Saboo is an inspiration for all Rotarians. The work done by Mumbai Rotarians in partnership with the

  In her message, RI President Jennifer Jones says you have to take uncomfortable chances to reach important goals in life. Every lesson is an opportunity to grow, and each story adds a chapter to our collective Imagine Rotary year, she says rightly. The

A well-packaged journal September issue has a unique shot from a ­Miyawaki forest done by RID 2981. RI President Jennifer Jones’ speech on ‘the power of taking uncomfortable chances’ is motivating. Editor’s note on the need to eliminate inequality and oppression in society is interesting.