Rotary Club of Pondicherry
Rotary Club of Pondicherry
Building Stronger Communities Through Service, Leadership, Fellowship, and Compassion.
70
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Celebrating 70 Years of Service Above Self
Chartered 25 June 1956 as the oldest Rotary club in the Union Territory of Puducherry - a legacy of service, a future of impact.
Rotary Club of Pondicherry
Seven areas. One wheel of focus.
Every Rotary project around the world aligns to one of seven global focus areas – the same spokes that turn on every Rotary gear, including ours.
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WHAT WE STAND FOR
Creating Lasting Change Across Our Community
For over 70 years, Rotary Club of Pondicherry has united professionals and volunteers to serve communities through education, healthcare, women’s empowerment, environmental sustainability, and humanitarian service. Every initiative reflects our commitment to “Service Above Self.”
Women's Empowerment
Through Project SELVI, we provide vocational tailoring training to more than 150 women and young girls every year, helping them achieve financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.
Healthcare & Medical Service
From blood donation camps to medical outreach and rehabilitation support through CNDCRC, we are committed to improving health and wellbeing across our community.
Education & Youth Development
We support students through educational initiatives, scholarships, mentoring programs, and youth leadership activities that inspire future community leaders.
Community Welfare
Our Working Women's Hostel has provided safe and affordable accommodation for working women and students since 1987, supporting dignity, security, and opportunity.
Environment & Sustainability
Tree plantation drives and environmental awareness campaigns help us build greener neighbourhoods and encourage responsible community action.
Fellowship & Leadership
Rotary brings together leaders, professionals, and volunteers who believe in creating positive change through collaboration, integrity, and service.
70 Years of Sustainable Service
Our Signature Projects
Working Women's Hostel
A 3-storey hostel run since 1987 on a no-profit-no-loss basis, housing 56 working women and students.
CNDCRC
A day-care rehabilitation centre in Kottakuppam for children with cognitive neurological disabilities.
Project SELVI
Vocational tailoring training reaching 150+ women and girls every year, building sustainable livelihoods.
Flagship Initiative
Project SELVI
Project SELVI is the club's vocational training initiative that empowers women through tailoring education. Every year, more than 150 women and young girls receive training, equipping them with valuable skills for sustainable livelihoods and financial independence.
It stands alongside the Working Women's Hostel and CNDCRC as one of our three ongoing signature projects - a hallmark of our commitment to lasting, sustainable service.
By The Numbers
Community Impact
18,500+
People Served
64
Projects Completed
240+
Volunteers
3,200
Blood Units Donated
5,000+
Trees Planted
1,150
Students Supported
2,300
Families Helped
310
Women Trained
What Guides Us
Our Club Prayer & The Four-Way Test
Club Prayer
O God, bless us all
As we gather in fellowship,
May we strengthen the bonds of friendship,
Foster peace, goodwill, and understanding,
And be guided always by Rotary's noble ideal of
“Service Above Self.”
The Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say, or do:
1. Is it the Truth?
2. Is it Fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build Goodwill and Better Friendships?
4. Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?
2026–27 Board
Meet Our Leadership Team
Rtn. V. Saravanan
President
Rtn. P.M. Remi Edwin
General Secretary
Rtn. R. Balasubramanian
Treasurer