PROJECTS

Doctors’ Day Felicitation – Honouring Dr. Karthikeyan

On the occasion of Doctors’ Day, the Rotary Club of Pondicherry French City proudly honoured Dr. Karthikeyan, a well-known urologist from Pondicherry, in recognition of his dedicated service, professional excellence, and outstanding contribution to healthcare. The felicitation was led by Club President Udhayashankhar along with Rotarians Saravanan, Murugesh, Loganathan, and Babu. The club expressed its heartfelt gratitude for Dr. Karthikeyan’s commitment to patient care and his significant contribution to the medical profession. The event reflected Rotary’s commitment to recognizing professionals who make a lasting positive impact on society through their dedicated service.

01 Jul 2026 Read More

Vocational Service

Chartered Accountant Day – Felicitation of Chartered Accountant Mr.Ramesh Prabhakaran

On the occasion of Chartered Accountant Day, the Rotary Club of Pondicherry French City proudly honoured Mr. Ramesh Prabhakaran in recognition of his professional excellence, integrity, and valuable contributions to the accounting profession. The felicitation was carried out by five members of the Rotary Club as a gesture of appreciation for the dedicated service rendered by Chartered Accountants in strengthening businesses, promoting financial transparency, and contributing to economic development. This meaningful event reflected Rotary’s commitment to recognizing professionals who make a positive impact on society and inspiring excellence through community appreciation.

01 Jul 2026 Read More

Community Service

Annapurna Project – Food Distribution for the Needy

The Rotary Club of Pondicherry French City successfully conducted the Annapurna Project to provide freshly prepared meals to underprivileged and needy people in the community. The initiative aimed to alleviate hunger and spread compassion by ensuring that vulnerable individuals had access to nutritious food. Rotarians and volunteers actively participated in the preparation and distribution of food packets, serving the beneficiaries with dignity and care. The project reflects Rotary’s commitment to humanitarian service and community welfare by addressing the basic need for food while promoting kindness and social responsibility. This meaningful initiative strengthened the spirit of “Service Above Self” and brought hope and happiness to many deserving individuals.

01 Jul 2026 Read More

Community Service

The Rotary Club of Pondicherry French City, RI District 2981, proudly conducted its 23rd Installation Ceremony for the Rotary year 2026–27 on 25 June 2026 at Hotel Atithi, Center Point Hall, Puducherry.During the ceremony, Rtn. VR. Udhayashankhar was officially installed as the President for the Rotary year 2026–27, along with the new team of office bearers.The event was graced by Rtn. Major Donor P. Anandan (District Governor 2028–29) as the Chief Guest and Rtn. S. Purushothaman (Assistant Governor, Zone 3) as the Guest of Honour. Rotarians, dignitaries, family members, and well-wishers attended the ceremony, celebrating Rotary’s spirit of fellowship, leadership, and service.The evening concluded with fellowship, dinner, and entertainment, marking the beginning of another year of impactful community service under the Rotary theme “Create Lasting Impact.”

The Rotary Club of Pondicherry French City successfully organized a Cloth Bag Distribution and Plastic-Free Awareness Campaign in a busy public market area. The objective of the project was to encourage the public to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags and adopt eco-friendly, reusable cloth bags. Rotarians distributed cloth bags free of cost to shoppers and vendors while educating them about the harmful effects of plastic pollution and the importance of protecting the environment through sustainable practices. The campaign received an encouraging response from the public, with many participants appreciating Rotary’s initiative towards building a cleaner and greener community. This project reflects Rotary’s commitment to environmental sustainability, public awareness, and community service by promoting responsible habits that contribute to a healthier planet.

03 Jul 2026 Read More