GRS News India : New Delhi , 21st November, 2025. Rudra Prasad Mohapatra — former Junior Warrant Officer of the Indian Air Force for his continued service through veteran welfare, disaster relief, healthcare support, environmental conservation, and community empowerment.
Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, Hon’ble Vice President of India, said, “I was a part of Rotary when I was a student, as a Rotaractor. Rotary is an organisation that serves humanity from birth to death—protecting every child, uplifting every community, and standing with people in their moments of greatest need. Its spirit of seva and its alignment with national priorities make Rotary one of India’s strongest partners in progress. I salute every Rotarian for carrying forward a legacy of compassion, integrity, and action that continues to transform lives across the world.”
“In a world that is changing faster than ever, Rotary must serve as an anchor — a place where individuals are welcomed and empowered to act. Service creates freedom from disease, poverty, division, and fear. I call upon Rotary members across the world to recommit to unity, continuity, and impact driven service as we prepare for the future of global humanitarian leadership,” Rotary International President Arezzo said during his address to Rotary members across Asia and beyond.
Reinforcing the organisation’s strategic priorities, Rotary International Director, K.P. Nagesh highlighted the evolving expectations of communities and the need for Rotary to respond with agility and purpose. “Today’s world demands new thinking and bold action. Whether it is eradicating polio, expanding access to clean water, or enabling young people to lead, Rotary’s role is to bring solutions that are scalable, sustainable, and centered on dignity. The Institute has renewed our resolve to work smarter and serve deeper,” he noted.
Rotary International Director, M. Muruganandam emphasized the importance of shared leadership and long-term programme continuity. “The Institute is a reminder that Rotary’s strength lies in collaboration across generations and regions. Our commitment to continuity ensures that each leader builds on the foundation laid by others.”
Rotary members—including those in nearly 4600 clubs in India, as well as throughout the world–develop and implement sustainable, community-driven projects that fight disease, promote peace, provide clean water, support education, save mothers and children, grow local economies and protect the environment. More than US$5.5 billion has been awarded through The Rotary Foundation – Rotary’s charitable arm that helps clubs work together to perform meaningful, impactful service—to support these initiatives over the last 100 years.
About Rotary: Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges and creating lasting change. Rotary connects 1.2 million people of action from more than 45,000 Rotary clubs in almost every country in the world. Their service improves lives both locally and internationally, from helping those in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world. For more information, visit rotary.org.
