Last updated on July 9, 2025
Staff Reporter : Kolkata, 1st July 2025: In a landmark move towards sustainable rural development, *Rotary Calcutta Mahanagar, under the leadership of President Sanjay Bhalotia, has officially adopted Boynala Village, located near Kheadaha in Narendrapur.* The formal announcement of this visionary initiative took place today in the esteemed presence of Shri Shekhar Mehta, Rotary International President (PRIP) , who expressed his heartfelt sentiments, stating, “This was a dream project I had always hoped to see come to life.”
The project launch was further dignified by the presence of Shri Purnendu Roy Chowdhury, District Governor Elect* , who remarked, “This adoption marks a major milestone in social welfare and progress for those who truly deserve a better life. I am proud to be a part of this transformative journey.” Also in attendance was *Shri Sanjay Bhalotia, former President of Rotary Calcutta Mahanagar.*
Guided by the mission to build self-reliant, healthy, and educated rural communities, Rotary Calcutta Mahanagar is implementing a holistic development model focusing on healthcare, education, digital literacy, and women’s empowerment. Among the key highlights is the establishment of a fully equipped *Computer Learning Center* aimed at promoting digital literacy among school students and villagers, effectively bridging the digital divide. In the healthcare sector, both *allopathic and homeopathic health centers* have been set up to provide regular medical check-ups, diagnostics, and maternal care services, ensuring comprehensive well-being for the community.
*Empowering women* is another cornerstone of the initiative, with *vocational training in tailoring, beauty therapy, and stitching* being offered to young girls and women, enabling them to achieve financial independence. Additionally, *Rotary Calcutta Mahanagar is extending support to local schools by upgrading infrastructure, supplying educational materials, and organizing awareness campaigns on hygiene, nutrition, and health.*
This village adoption is more than a development initiative—it is a blueprint for rural transformation. Embodying Rotary’s core motto, *“Service Above Self,”* this project reflects how urban expertise and collective willpower can bring inclusive, community-led growth to life, setting a powerful precedent for rural empowerment in India.
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