Free Cardiac and Eye Check-up Health Camp at Mosania Vintage Resort, near Devi Dwar, Banki in association with Ramakrishna Mission, Cuttack on 8th February 2025.Our Director Health Services, Rtn. Dr. Jitendra Nath Patnaik, Senior Cardiac Surgeon from Manipal Hospital, Bhubaneswar conducted cardiac check-up of 58 patients. Free BP Check-up, ECGs were done. Cardiac medicines were distributed free of cost to needy patients.Dr Siddhartha Das, Senior Ophthalmologist from Chandi Chakhyu Mandir Cuttack carried out free eye check-up of 70 patients and distributed spectacles to patients. Extremely thankful to Maharaj of Ramkrishna Mission and his team for smooth organisation of the health camp. Club President, Vice President, IPP, Rtn. Amulyadhan Rout and Rtn. Subash Behera participated in conducting the event successfully.

Water Purifier Project at Nursery School for the Deaf, Palaspalli, Bhubaneswar on 18-02-2025

Our Club co-hosted the District Seminar of Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group South Asia (ESRAG – SA) held at Vivekananda Yuva Kendra, Bhubaneswar on 15-02-2025

Release of ‘Green Tides”, the Rotary District 3262 Bulletin on Environment at Rotary Bhavan on 30-01-2025

Extending Support to SAHAYA Old Age Home at Janla, Bhubaneswar on 16-02-2025

Rotary District Conference 2024-25 held at Mayfair, Gopalpur on 29th to 31st March 2025

Rotary can create magic 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊Our District Governor Rtn.Yagyansis Mohapatra has proved it !I am overwhelmed with the hospitality of the DG, First lady Rtn. Ittun Mohapatra and their beautiful, well-groomed daughters. The whole Airawat team have given their whole hearted attention to make the Conference a success. Right from A to Z, the whole ceremony was flawless. It is needless to comment on each events separately. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts ! The Rotary District Conference for the year 2024-25 will resonate and rejuvenate the mind and has set a benchmark for future Rotary Conferences.....

Blood Donation Camp organised at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar on 7th April 2025

Walkathon and Free Hearing Check-up Camp held on 26-4-2025

Club President’s Message

Be Positive to be an Effective Rotarian

Do you tend to see the glass as half empty or half full? The answer relates directly to the concept of Positive Attitude towards life, i.e. about looking at things from a positive perspective. When we become aware of our thought patterns, we should consciously shift into a positive mindset by actively replacing negative thoughts with positive ones. In every corner of the globe, Rotary brings the Magic of Hope, Compassion and Change. Rotarians believe in “Service above Self.” We must set clear and attainable goals having proper direction, vision, and purpose to be an effective Rotarian. These foster positive feedbacks which enhance our self-confidence and elevate self-esteem. Gratitude has a profound effect on positivity. Networking with positive people helps maintaining our own well-being. The basic philosophy of Rotary, viz. Giving generates the positive and fulfilling experience of happiness and purpose.

I express my admiration and gratitude to Rotarian Yagyansis Mohapatra, our District Governor for the Rotary Year 2024-25. Rtn. Mohapatra is an epitome of positivity, politeness and proactive thinking who leads with humility and is a true inspiration. It has been a great delight and learning experience for me to lead RCB Eco under his mentorship. Rotary offers us a big platform with unlimited opportunities. It depends upon us, the Rotarians how we utilize these opportunities.

Rtn. Dr. Geetika Patnaik

HONK LESS! REDUCE NOISE POLLUTION

Rtn. Dr. Geetika Patnaik

Noise pollution is the high and unsafe level of sound with adverse impacts on the activity of human or animal life. The source of outdoor noise is mainly caused by vehicular traffic, machineries, and community in general. Noise creates physical and psychological stress, reduce productivity, interfere with communication and concentration. It also acts as a catalyst for workplace accidents.

Noise pollution causes physical health issues including hearing loss and cardio-vascular diseases, particularly for people working in noisy conditions for prolonged periods. The stress resulting from continuous noise triggers reactions in the body like secretion of certain hormones such as adrenalin and cortisol. These reactions account for the development of heart diseases. The brain used to monitor signs of danger from sounds even during sleep. As a result, frequent or loud noise can intensify anxiety and stress. Hence, with continued exposure to noise pollution, a person’s sensitivity to stress increases. People living in noisy environment feel irritable, impatient and angry. Chronic stress from noise pollution can cause elevated blood pressure, impaired cognitive functioning and other allied health issues. In general, long-term exposure to high level of noise from road, rail and air transport can cause a variety of health hazards like type-2 diabetes, sleep disturbances and memory impairment.

Besides the negative physical impacts, noise pollution can have a number of adverse effects on mental health including:

· Anxiety and depression Noise pollution can cause or worsen depression. Consequently, the depression may shoot up in the form of anxiety as well.

· Concentration Issues Noise pollution can make it difficult to focus and maintain span of attention.

· Behavioural problems Noise pollution can cause annoyance, irritability and aggressive behaviour.

Realising the multiple negative effects of loud noise on the physical and mental well-being, Awareness campaigns for No Honking are highly needed. The mission of such campaigns is to spread consciousness among drivers on no/ minimum honking practice. Vehicle horns should be used only when it is in motion to warn of imminent danger and to avoid potential accidents. Placing of signs indicating “No Horn Zone” directs drivers to respect the silence Zones and residential areas during night, except in emergencies. Blowing horn of a stationary vehicle in traffic jams or at traffic lights is illegal and attracts penalty. The frequency of honking can be minimised by:

Practicing defensive driving techniques

Maintaining safe distance from other vehicles

Using turn signals effectively and following traffic rules

No honking practice ensures better road safety and facilitates a disciplined driving culture.

Rotary Club of Bhubaneswar Eco organised an awareness event on No-Honking on Sunday, the 25th August 2024 at Buddha Mandir, Bhubaneswar. The target audience was members of Odisha Driver Mahasangha. Shri Bibhu Prasad Hota, an eminent audiologist was invited to address on the negative impacts of loud noise on auditory system and more specifically on hearing impairment. Rotarian Dr. Geetika Patnaik, a senior Psychologist highlighted the detrimental effects of noise pollution on over all well-being of the individual. The members of Driver Mahasangha were made to take an oath that they would only use horn only when it is highly necessary. The participants expressed gratitude for sensitising them on the harmful effects of noise pollution by the audiologist and psychologist.

Let us take the vow to Honk Less and reduce noise pollution.

The OCV turned out to be a truly enjoyable and memorable occasion. The meticulous planning and dedicated efforts of our President made a significant difference.

It was indeed gratifying that Ten PHF/MPHF commitments were made by our member. Special appreciation to Rtn Rabi Sir, Rtn Geetika Madam, and our ever-dynamic Chartered President RK for opting for MPHF.

Other highlights of the events were;

Two promising new members were inducted, and the Club also pledged to welcome three more before 17th June, as desired by the DG.

A short film on Accessibility, beautifully directed and acted by Rtn Raja Mishra, our DEI Ambassador was screened during the event and touched everyone's heart. The DG’s generous words of praise for the President and RCB Eco were heartening. A crisp presentation on Club activities prepared by Rtn Debasis and eloquently delivered by Rtn Bibek. The presence of Rtn Shipra, Rtn Indumati, and Rtn Stalin after a long interval reflected the spirit of Rotary togetherness. A spontaneous celebration of the wedding anniversary of Rtn Santosh Babu and Madam Sasmita added a joyful touch.

Thank you for taking time to write your observations on yesterday's Club's OCV in such a candid way.

I am extending my heartfelt thanks to all the members, their spouses and guests who had attended the OCV meeting for the RY 2024-25. Their presence and participation played a crucial role in making the event a resounding success. At the same time I should say that there is always space for improvement .....

These are my sincere attempts to establish and enrich our Club's social, cultural and ethical foundations while maintaining a low profile.

The deeper the roots spread downward, the stronger the tree becomes....

I am optimistic small but sincere step lead to a great destination !

Rotary District 3262 Membership Seminar held on 31st August,2025 at Berhampur

Rotary District Seminar on Mental Wellness on 11th October, 2025

Rotary District Seminar on Mental Wellness, "Manaswini" was held on 11th October,2025 at Vivekananda Kendra, Pokhariput, Bhubaneswar.

This event was hosted by RCB Eco and co-hosted by RCB Kalinga, Rotary Club Berhampur Central and RCB Heritage.

The Rotary District 3262 Governor Rtn. Manoj Kumar Tripathy was the Chief Guest of this occasion.

Prof. Ajit Mohanty graced the Seminar as the Guest of Honour and Dr. Jashobanta Mahapatra was the Chief Speaker. The District Mental Wellness Chair , Rtn.Dr. Geetika Patnaik stated the purpose and implications of the District Seminar on Mental Wellness.

PDG Sibabrata Dash, PDG Ashok Bihari Mohapatra, IPDG Yagyansis Mohapatra, DES P.V. Bijoy Kumar, Rotarians, and senior citizens were present in this seminar.

The Souvenir," Manaswini" was released on this District Seminar on Mental Wellness.

Dear Dr. Geetika Patnaik Ma’am,

We extend our heartfelt gratitude for attending the SOAHM seminar today and for being our chief speaker. Your guidance, especially to the mothers of neurodivergent children, brought clarity, reassurance, and strength to many who are navigating this journey with courage but also with many unanswered questions. We truly understand how demanding your schedule is, and we deeply appreciate the effort you made to be present with us today. Your presence added immense value to the program, and your compassionate insights touched many hearts. Thank you for joining us and gracing the occasion with your knowledge, warmth, and humanity.

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