Rotary Club of Gangtok

Rotary Club of Gangtok Rotary is an organization of business, professional and community leaders united worldwide who provi I. District 325 Justice H. T. R. N. Namgyal under R. Madan M. L. H.

The process of forming Rotary Club of Gangtok was conceived in March 1968 with the visit of then District Governor of R. Mahapatra of Patna High Court and Rtn. Nath, DIG of CID, Bihar (Rotary Club of Patna) and their meeting with Mr. Haldipur, the Principal Administrative Officer of Sikkim. A provisional Rotary Club of Sikkim was formed patrnonized by the Chogyal of Sikkim,
Shri P. guidelines with

the following office bearers :

President : Rtn. Haldipur
Vice President : Rai Bahadur Athing Sonam Tobden
Hony Secretary : Rtn. Rasaily
Jt. Secretary : Rtn. Hartnett

The club was admitted to Rotary International as ROTARY CLUB OF GANGTOK on 22nd August 1968 and the charter presentation ceremony was planned on 3rd November 1968 but due to devasting landslides and disruption of communication, the ceremony was postponed and was finally held on 2nd March 1969 with Rai Bahadur Athing Sonam Tobden as President, Rtn. M. Rasaily as Vice President and Rtn. Hartnett as Hony Secretary with Chogyal of Sikkim as Patron and had 32 members on its roll. In a very short time the club saw its bad times and the membership strength reduced to 8 members in 1971. A fresh life was infused in the Club by the initiative of Chogyal of Sikkim in 1976 and the strength rose to 13 and since then the Club has been steadily maintaining and growing to the present strength of over 37 members. Though small in members as far as strength is concerned, the achievement of the Club are no way smaller, the biggest being SURVIVAL against all odd due to the dedication of some members. The strongest bond of survival has been the fellowship during the meetings and more importantly after the meetings especially unto mid eighties.

07/08/2025
Sikkim Express 29th July 202558th Installation Ceremony Coverage
29/07/2025

Sikkim Express 29th July 2025

58th Installation Ceremony Coverage

Rotary Club of Gangtok: Installation of President Rtn. Naresh Agarwal and Team for the Rotary Year 2025–26The Rotary Clu...
28/07/2025

Rotary Club of Gangtok: Installation of President Rtn. Naresh Agarwal and Team for the Rotary Year 2025–26

The Rotary Club of Gangtok is delighted to announce the installation of its new President, Rtn. Naresh Agarwal, along with the incoming team of officers and directors for the Magic Rotary Year 2025–26. The grand installation ceremony was held on 27th July 2025 at Hotel Ramada, Gangtok, celebrating not only new leadership but also a continued commitment to Rotary’s enduring motto — Service Above Self.

The evening began with gratitude, as outgoing Vice President Rtn. Mohan Lal Sarda thanked members for their wholehearted support during 2024–25. Outgoing Secretary Rtn. Noor Jahan Khatoon presented a detailed report of the impactful projects and activities undertaken in the past year, highlighting the Club’s dedication to community service.

The spotlight then turned to President Rtn. Naresh Agarwal, a seasoned Rotarian known for his vision, compassion, and commitment. In his acceptance address, he shared his enthusiasm for the year ahead, stating:
“I am honoured to serve as President during this Magic Rotary Year. Guided by Rotary’s spirit and this year’s theme — ‘Unite for Good’ — we aim to build stronger partnerships, bring innovative ideas to life, and deepen our impact both within our community and beyond.”

Joining President Naresh on this exciting journey is a dynamic team of officers and directors, each bringing dedication, energy, and a shared purpose:

OFFICERS:
Vice President – Rtn. Noor Jahan Khatoon
Secretary – Rtn. Rajesh Somani
Treasurer – Rtn. Umesh Agarwal
IPP – Rtn. Manoj Agarwal
DIRECTORS:
Club Service – Rtn. Punam Agarwal
Foundation – Rtn. Anil Gupta
Membership – Rtn. Lal Chand Khatri
Service/Community – Rtn. Sanjeev Pakhetra
International – Rtn. Renu Verma
CSR – Rtn. Phigu Tshering Bhutia
Youth Service – Rtn. Asha Kiran
Literacy & Vocational – Rtn. Aswin Oberoi
WASH in Schools (WINS) – Rtn. Mira Oberoi
PRO & Editor – Rtn. Prakash Mundra
Club Trainer – Rtn. Dr. Yogesh Verma (Past District Governor)

The evening also featured a heartfelt tribute to outgoing President Rtn. Manoj Agarwal, whose leadership and tireless service over the past year were warmly acknowledged and applauded.

With fresh leadership and a united vision, the Rotary Club of Gangtok is all set to embrace a year filled with purpose, partnerships, and progress — all under the inspiring theme “Unite for Good.”

Together, let’s serve with purpose, lead with compassion, and unite for good — for a better tomorrow, for all

18/07/2025

Earlier today, I met the organisers of Udaan – The Flight of Creativity, an inter-school scholastic competition, at my official residence.

Scheduled for the end of next month at SMIT, Majhitar, this vibrant event is being jointly organised by the Rotary Club of Gangtok and the Inner Wheel Club of Gangtok. Udaan seeks to provide a common platform for students from all corners of Sikkim, be it government or private schools, from urban or rural areas, to come together and showcase their talents.

This is a commendable initiative that encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration among our youth.

My best wishes once again to the organisers and all participating students for a successful and inspiring event.

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim18th July 2025
18/07/2025

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim
18th July 2025

Earlier today, I met the organisers of Udaan – The Flight of Creativity, an inter-school scholastic competition, at my official residence.

Scheduled for the end of next month at SMIT, Majhitar, this vibrant event is being jointly organised by the Rotary Club of Gangtok and the Inner Wheel Club of Gangtok. Udaan seeks to provide a common platform for students from all corners of Sikkim, be it government or private schools, from urban or rural areas, to come together and showcase their talents.

This is a commendable initiative that encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration among our youth.

My best wishes once again to the organisers and all participating students for a successful and inspiring event.

The first contribution from Rotary Club of Gangtok was made today by Rtn. Prakash Mundra on the first day of Rotary year...
01/07/2025

The first contribution from Rotary Club of Gangtok was made today by Rtn. Prakash Mundra on the first day of Rotary year 2025 - 2026

Rotary Fellowship and FriendshipOn 23rd May 2025, Rtn. Smith Jhunjhunwala and Rtn. Saurabh Khaitan from the Rotary Club ...
24/05/2025

Rotary Fellowship and Friendship

On 23rd May 2025, Rtn. Smith Jhunjhunwala and Rtn. Saurabh Khaitan from the Rotary Club of Raniganj, accompanied by Rotarylet Lakisha Jhunjhunwala, had the pleasure of attending the meeting of the Rotary Club of Gangtok, held at Hotel Elgin Nor-Khill.

The meeting was marked by a warm exchange of Rotary fellowship, during which the visiting Rotarians were formally presented with the Club flag as a symbol of mutual respect and camaraderie. The occasion provided a meaningful platform for inter-club connection and the strengthening of Rotary bonds across regions.

Rtn. Dr. H. P. Marda felicitated for being in Rotary for 50 years by District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh during his ...
15/05/2025

Rtn. Dr. H. P. Marda felicitated for being in Rotary for 50 years by District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh during his official visit to Rotary Club of Gangtok on 8th May 2025

R. I. District 3240District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh's official visit to Rotary Club of GangtokMira Oberoi Aswin O...
09/05/2025

R. I. District 3240

District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh's official visit to Rotary Club of Gangtok

Mira Oberoi Aswin Oberoi Phigu Bhutia Rajesh Somani

District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh welcome t Gangtok on his official visit to Rotary Club of Gangtok on 8th May 202...
08/05/2025

District Governor Rtn. Sukhminder Singh welcome t Gangtok on his official visit to Rotary Club of Gangtok on 8th May 2025



Manoj Agarwal Rotary International Mira Oberoi Rajesh Somani Aswin Oberoi Rotary Club of Gangtok

💎 Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Prakash Sundas, Manoj Agarwal, Neelaan Gurung
16/10/2024

💎 Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Prakash Sundas, Manoj Agarwal, Neelaan Gurung

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