Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta

06/09/2026

848th Fortnightly Meeting of Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta

The 848th Fortnightly Meeting of the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta was held on 5th September 2026 at the Calcutta International Club.

The meeting witnessed the formal induction of two new members into the Rotary family — Rtn. Subrata Majumder and Rtn. Abhijit Dasgupta. We warmly welcome them and look forward to their active participation in the Club’s service initiatives.

The Club also took the opportunity to felicitate Dr. Rabindranath Bhattacharya, Dr. Juji Niyogi, and Rtn. Subhojit Roy in recognition of their selfless service and contribution to the recently held Comprehensive Health Check-up Camp at Chengail on 23rd August 2026.

Club President Rtn. Prasun Mukherjee also invited suggestions and ideas from the members present regarding the projects and initiatives to be undertaken during his tenure. The ensuing interaction was constructive and reflected the collective enthusiasm of the members towards strengthening the Club’s service activities.

The meeting concluded on a warm note and was followed by fellowship among the members.

A special note of thanks to Dr. Siddhartha Shankar Singa Roy for facilitating the logistical arrangements.

03/09/2026

01/09/2026

Members of the Evanston Nouveau Rotary Club created a beer to help End Polio Now 🍺

What started as a local partnership became a creative way to introduce new people to Rotary's mission. Working with Sketchbook Brewing Company, they created Purple Pinkie, a limited-edition beer that raises awareness and support for polio eradication.

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01/09/2026

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01/09/2026

A comprehensive medical camp was organized at Vill. Chengail, in Uluberia Subdivision in Howrah District on 23.8.26, Sunday morning, in association with Preeti Sangha, a local club. We were received by Mr. Pradip Dey, President and Mr. Nurul Amin Mollah, Secretay of Preeti Sangha very warmly. A large number of other enthusiastic members were present. Rtn. Subhojit Roy of Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City spoke to create awareness regarding Thalassemia on this occasion to about 350 students/
guardians in the campus of Preeti Sangha Siksha Sadan, a school created by the local club Preeti Sangha. The speech was very well received by the audience, followed by a lot of questions from them.
We propose to follow this up with a screening session.
We also organized a health camp at the same venue. Dr. Rabindranath Bhattacharya. M.D. was the
General Physician and Dr. Juhi Neogy, M.S. was the gynecologist. Together, they examined almost 150 patients and issued prescriptions. The prescribed medicines were handed over to the patients free of charge by us. All the patients and the organizers were very happy at this gesture of ours and requested us for holding such medical camps at fixed intervals, so that more and more villagers could take advantage of readily available treatment along with free medicine. We promised to return with doctors of other disciplines also, which should be of benefit to them.

19/08/2026

On 15th August 2026, despite torrential rain, our esteemed club members reached Baruipur Senior Citizens Home to celebrate the 80th Independence Day of India. After tea, fruits, tiffin cakes and fruit juice were distributed to all inmates, with fruits and cakes sponsored by IPP Rtn. S. N. Agarwalla and fruit juice by Rtn. Ranu Banerjee.
Following a brief rain delay, the National Flag was hoisted by Club President Rtn. Prasun Mukherjee, IPP Rtn. S. N. Agarwalla, Rtn. Indira Bhattacharyya and Mr. Rana Bhuina, followed by a deeply moving rendition of the National Anthem and a breakfast of puri, chole dal and tea.
The inmates delighted everyone with a talent showcase featuring three singers and two recitations, while Ms. Rinku interacted personally with the residents, and a special home-cooked lunch was arranged through the initiative of IPP Rtn. S. N. Agarwalla and Mr. Rana Bhuina, with sweets contributed by Rtn. Ananya Chowdhury and Ms. Rinku Mullick.

19/08/2026

Installation Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta

The Installation Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta was held on 4th July 2026 at the IPS Officers’ Mess, Alipore, Kolkata, marking the beginning of a new Rotary year and a smooth transition of leadership.

The ceremony witnessed the installation of Rtn. Prasun Mukherjee, IPS (Retd.), as the new President of the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta. He assumed office following the successful completion of a two-year tenure by Immediate Past President (IPP) Rtn. Satya Narayan Agarwalla, whose dedicated leadership and commitment to the Club were acknowledged and appreciated by the members.

The prestigious occasion was graced by DG Rtn. Tapas Bhattacharya, District Governor, RI District 3291, and DG-Elect Rtn. Purenendu Roychowdhury, along with Club members, Rotarians, guests and well-wishers.

The installation marked not merely a change of office-bearers, but the continuation of the Club’s tradition of Service Above Self, with the new leadership taking forward its ongoing programmes and commitment to meaningful community service.

Following the formal proceedings, members and guests came together for a warm fellowship dinner, which provided an opportunity to relax, reconnect and celebrate the occasion. The evening continued with music and fellowship, creating a convivial atmosphere and bringing the memorable installation ceremony to a fitting close.

The event thus heralded a new chapter for the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta, with renewed enthusiasm, camaraderie and a shared commitment to making a positive difference in the community.

11/05/2026

Glimpses from the Thalassemia Screening Camp organised by the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta in association with Bhavan’s Gungabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, Salt Lake on 6th May 2026.

The programme began with a warm reception for Dr. Ramendu Homchaudhuri, District Governor, RI District 3291, by Rtn. S. N. Agarwalla, President, Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta, along with fellow Rotarians and distinguished guests.

Rotarian Prasun Mukherjee, IPS (Retd.), Secretary, Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta, delivered the welcome address and highlighted the importance of early detection and awareness in preventing Thalassemia.

A total of 50 students were screened free of cost during the camp. The screening tests were conducted with the support of Serum Institute, whose contribution helped make the initiative accessible and impactful.

Dr. Ramendu Homchaudhuri, in his keynote address, stressed the urgent need for awareness, timely screening, and responsible health practices among the younger generation. The session was followed by an engaging interaction with the students, teachers, and attendees present.

The programme concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Dr. G. V. Subramanian, Director, Bhavan’s Gungabux Kanoria Vidyamandir.

The initiative reflected Rotary’s continuing commitment towards preventive healthcare, youth awareness, and community service.

25/04/2026

The Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta sponsored a combined vocational and community service programme on 11th March at 12:30 PM at the AMRA PADATIK NGO’s office located at 12/5, Nilmani Mitra Street, Kolkata – 700006. Amra Padatik works extensively with children of s*x workers in the Sonagachhi area, focusing on education, welfare, and community upliftment.
As part of the vocational service initiative, sewing machines were donated to the organisation to support skill development programmes for local women. These machines will be used to train women in stitching and tailoring, enabling them to work towards financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.
Alongside this, the community service initiative addressed immediate needs of vulnerable groups. Wheelchairs were distributed to elderly and mobility-impaired individuals, improving their quality of life and mobility. School kits were provided to 50 children to support their education, and football uniforms and boots were given to 20 girls, encouraging participation in sports and overall development. Ceiling fans were distributed to provide relief during the oppresive summer. The programme was attended by members of the Rotary Club, NGO representatives, and beneficiaries. This integrated initiative reflects Rotary’s commitment to both long-term empowerment through skill development and immediate community support, contributing meaningfully to the welfare and dignity of underserved sections of society.