Vizag Round Table 77 was inaugurated on the 14th of August 1983 and

chartered on the 18th of December 1983. It was sponsored by the Vijayawada

round table 68. VRT 77 further went on to sponsor five tables in the city of destiny,

Visakhapatnam and Singapore, as follows:

Waltair Round Table 92

Vizag Vikings Round Table 213

Vizag Knights Round Table 225

Singapore Round Table-1

Singapore Knights Round Table-2

We believe that, with fellowship comes everything else, all the facets of tabling.

This quarter has seen some all round performances in all the facets of tabling at

VRT 77. Fellowship as the fore-runner, Community service, Twinklers activities

and Publicity with little bit of Go Green activity and RTI Week celebrations forms

this quarter report.

What happened till date : (from 1st Apr 2013 till 30th June)

Number of meetings held during the fourth quarter 06

Number of community service/Project activities held 01

Number of fellowships held 21

Number of HRD activities held 02

Number of twinklers activity held 03

Average table attendance without credits 80% (3 Trs with 100% attendance)

Average table attendance with credits 87%( 8 Trs with 100% attendance)

C and D form submitted on 29th Jun 12 (one of the very few tables to do so)

Major milestones achieved

Tr.GVS Ramayya won the Super Secretary award for the 3rd quarter of

2012-13. This is the third consecutive time that the award was won.

Held a joint meeting with the 41ers Club No: 62 for first time.

STRINGS- The rock fest a publicity & fund raising event was held on the

17th April.

Train The Trainers (TTT) was hosted by the table for the first time.

Tr.GVS Ramayya and Tr. Shrawan Somani are qualified trainers of RTI.

VRT-77 sponsored two new tables in Singapore. SRT-1 & SKRT-2

Fantasy Flights - a unique project of BRT-53 makes it way to Vizag.

Tr.Ameet facilitates donation of Rs.4 lakhs to VVRT-213 for their school

project.

VRT-77 donates 3 lakh rupees to the Uttarakhand flood relief

MEETINGS:

On the administration front regular meetings have been held as per the

guidelines of RTI Blue book. A total of 6 meetings were held during this quarter.

Sufficient days notice , smss etc were sent to all tablers and sq.legs prior

conducting the meeting.

- Tr.Shashank /Tr. Jaydeep / Tr.Dr. Rakesh

Apr 2nd :

IPL fever is back. All the tablers decided to enjoy the evening witnessing the

inaugural session at Chrome. The attendance was good , but only thing was

everyone gathered after the inauguration was completed. Never mind the party

continued.

4th April :

Post joint meeting with the 41ers Club No : 62 had opportunity to mingle with the

pillars of 77. Great time and above all wonderful bonding.

5th April :

Well . The much awaited Barista Lavazza was finally inaugurated by our

very own Sq.Leg.Prem Patro in the city of destiny. Inspite of being a working day

, many tablers alongwith their ladies came together to enjoy the new flavors in

vizag.

7th April :

Weekend relaxation in a exclusive style. The Beer Garden festival was organized

at the The Park with some amazing Pilipino girl band. The fellowship team

JAYRAKSHASH was at his best in making sure that the tablers and their respective

ladies had a wonderful time. Great time and much needed fellowship esp. with

the scorching heat.

8th April :

Its rare opportunity to see the first lady in Vizag spending time with the 77 ladies.

It was perfect timing of her visit to Vizag from her busy schedule with the ongoing

Chinese festival at Eleven restaurant. With some lovely arrangements made at the

restaurant and great food the afternoon was just perfect.

9th April :

Movie fellowship to Chashme Badoor was organized at the Varun Inox movie

theatre. Around 16 heads attended the movie fellowship and enjoyed the movie.

11th April :

Table emergency meeting was conducted at Tr.Shrawans house followed by

dinner and fellowship. Lovely food with some very important discussions.

13th April :

STRINGS The first Rock band show, very first program of its kind was hosted

at the A.S.Raja grounds in association with CMT Management College. An

excellent program which show caused RTI and its projects. Very good attendance

from the tabling fraternity coupled with huge crowd made the event a grand

success.

To view the video of the performance made by Mr.Ramana Gogulla , please click

the below link :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnMHnM0tUDA

18th April :

Vizag was to witness one of the finest programs of RTI. TTT was to be hosted by

our table for the first time in its 30 years of history. Few participants arrived early

and were billeted in 41ers Sq.Leg.Prem Patro residence. The same day they were

taken to Chrome for lunch and Waltair club for dinner alongwith the tablers of

Vizag. Excellent interaction with them and exploration of new friends in the

making.

19th 21st April :

Train The Trainers (TTT) ; 2 days program ; 2 RTI trainers ; 1 external trainer

and 24 participants is what was witnessed by the tablers of Vizag. Excellent HR

sessions , bonding , wonderful fellowship and above all 24 qualified trainers.

Wow!.

On 19th April fellowship on the sea shore just few meters away from the sea at The

Park hotel was just too good. Warm weather , active participants saw the

fellowship on high spirits.

On 20th April all the participants were taken to ROSSO on the invitation of VVRT

213 social being hosted by Tr.Dr.Shiv Nagander , Tr.Ajay and Tr.Suman Bollina.

All the participants were thoroughly enjoyed being there and the party lasted till

wee hours.

Excellent work done by Tr.Sandeep Choudary for not only organizing the

complete event but also was there from dusk to dawn taking care of each and

every minute thing and fulfilling the requirements of all the participants.

21st April :

TTT was just over , but the mood was set to rock the evening at Vizag. The

SHAIMIK show was to be conducted in the evening at the Port Kalavani stadium.

As many as 15 members from the tabling family including ladies and twinklers

participated in the event and made sure Vizag rocked to the tunes of new era of

music. Though it was old wine in new bottle , the energy to perform was just too

good.

Later in the evening all the tablers were invited to Tr.Raizs residence for dinner

which was enjoyed. Great food and wonderful fellowship.

The video of the performance can be accessed by clicking the below link :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMNMewJiPuc&feature=youtube_gdata_player

26th 28th April :

The new era of RTI was to start with the inauguration of two new Singapore tables.

VRT 77 had the privilege of being one of the sponsor tables. Tr.Shiva attended the

gala event on behalf the VRT-77. One more feature added to the 30th glorious

year of table history.

All the photos for the event can be witnessed by clicking the below link :

1. http://vizagrt77.wordpress.com/2013/04/29/charter-photos-of-

singapore-round-table-1-singapore-knights-round-table-2/

2. http://vizagrt77.wordpress.com/2013/04/28/congratulations-to-

round-table-india-for-the-successful-charter-of-singapore-round-

table-1-singapore-knights-round-table-2/

8th May :

It was the birthday of one of the fellowship boy Tr.Shashank. His dad ,

Sq.Leg.Anand Dutt arranged a surprise party at his residence. Same was attended

by the tabling family. Wonderful food and same very nice arrangements. Truly

enjoyed.

10th May :

Post meeting at Tr.Sandeep Choudarys house ; HRD on cooking followed by stag

fellowship with loads of fun and entertainment. Cards fellowship , IPL match ,

jokes etc.

18th May :

Tr.Vikranth , Secretary from Singapore Round Table -1 was in town and we had

fellowship at home..ops Chrome. Same was attended by few tablers and was

very interactive to know about the SRT-1 table activities.

20th May :

All tablers gathered at Ashok uncle house warming ceremony on a hot afternoon.

The house was designed by Tr.Ameet and it was treat to watch the best interiors

of the city. Seeing the house few of the tablers felt to buy a new house and make

Tr.Ameet design it as Ashok uncles house.

23rd May :

Well the the idea to have a Archives night was floated by the Area. The fellowship

team was just planning to meet the reqmt. However as it turned out, it was really

fun and very happy to recollect the old times of 77. We had few presentations

starting from the formation of VRT 77 way back in 1983 till the last AGM held at

Hyderabad. The journey was long but was very refreshing.

2nd 3rd June :

Flights of Fantasy a project of BRT 53 saw the tablers from Bhubaneshwar

alongwith with 39 under privileged children land in city of destiny, Vizag. A warm

welcome was provided the tablers of 77 which started a new era bonding with

BRT-53.

All the children were provided with AC bus and the tablers were personally

taken care. The arrival was in the afternoon and all the children were first taken to

Kailashgiri then Submarine museum , ride on the coastline of Vizag. By evening,

all the children were entertained with magic show beside the pool in a 4 star

hotel where they were accommodated.

The late night was the time the bonding actually happen at Golf club. All in all

wonderful idea of BRT-53 to have their pet project being carried out in Vizag.

VRT-77 was proud to associate themselves with such a project and kudos to all the

entire table of BRT-53.

8th June :

Tr.Shiva was in town and few tablers caught with him at Club followed by late

night party at Chrome.

13th June :

The 24th meeting was held at Waltair club alongwith the ladies. Post meeting

celebrated the birthday of Dr.Lakshmi (w/o Tr.Dr.Rakesh).

21st June :

DJ Anand was in town and tablers and ladies assembled at Chrome to set Chrome

on fire with their singing skills for the Karaoke night. It was so much enjoyed by

all the tablers and ladies and all partied till wee hours.

23rd June :

Fellowship at HT.Kiransplace and the entire table was invited. Cricket match ,

cards , drinks , food , chit chat and above all celebrated the Chairmans birthday.

Excellent arrangements and above all , everyone enjoyed house fellowship.

24th & 25th June :

Tr.Shrawan and Reena arranged surprise party for Tr.Dr.Raghu at Eleven

restaurant. Chairman was delighted for the surprise and the entire 77 family was

invited to celebrate the Chairmans birthday. All the tablers and ladies have

assembled at Eleven restaurant by 9 pm and sprang surprise to the Chairman.

The cake was specially made by the fellowship team for the birthday boy ,

declilous food was served by Tr.Devesh and the enjoyement was unlimited.

Just as clock ticked 12 , another surprise was waiting in the store to celebrate the

anniversary of Sq.Leg.Aaanand Khara & Kavitha Khara. A special cake was made

to cut by this lovely couple and the party continued till wee hours. All in all ,

wonderful day of fellowship and above all ; everyone enjoyed it.

- Tr.Naveen Perla

Following programs are conducted :

27th April :

VKRT 225 conducted blood donation camp at Presidential school. Few tablers

from the table attended the program and donated blood for noble cause.

2nd 3rd June :

Flights of fantasy a pet project of BRT53 was conducted at Vizag with the

support of VRT-77 at the city of destiny which facilitated the under privileged

children from RTI built school from Bhubaneswar to visit the city and enjoy their

weekend in style. Details of the same are covered under the fellowship report.

Apart from the above , following also have been carried out by the convener :

The convener Tr.Naveen Perla and Tr.Umesh have been donating 150 Kgs

of Rice to the challenged school at Srikakulum every month. Same was

carried out in the month of April, May and June. This project has been

initiated by the convenors from the starting of the year 2013.

Tr.Ameet Mirpuri mobilised Rs.4.00 lakhs to VVRT-213 for their school

project. The amount already paid to VVRT-213 in the month of June itself to

them.

Uttarkand flood is known disaster to all the people in India. For the good

work done by RTI, VRT-77 donated Rs.3.10 lakhs. Following people

have donated for the cause :

1. Mrs.Sundari Dadlani Rs. 1.00 Lakh

2. Tr.Utakarsh & Neelambari Rs. 1.00 Lakh

3. Unclaimed funds in RTI Rs. 74,000-00

4. Tr.Shrawan Somani Rs. 5100/-

5. Tr.Diwakar Mundra Rs. 5100/-

6. Tr.Sandeep Chitra Rs. 5100/-

7. Tr.Shiva Perla Rs. 5000/-

8. Tr.Inder N Rs. 5000/-

9. Tr.Dr.Rakesh Rs. 5000/-

10. Sq.Leg.Monish Row Rs. 5000/-

- Tr.Shrawan Somani

9th 20th April :

Its rare opportunity to have someone like Mr.Shiamak to come down to Vizag and

conduct dance classes. 20 head from the table including the ladies and twinklers

attended the dance classes held at Yoga village. It was very good learning

experience for all those who attended the dance classes. The most satisfying part

has been the live performance given by all the participants at Port Kalavani

stadium which created new dimension to the people of Vizag. The video link can

be accessed by clicking the below link :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMNMewJiPuc&feature=youtube_gdata_player

19th 21st April :

Train The Trainers (TTT) ; 2 days program ; 2 RTI trainers ; 1 external trainer

and 24 participants is what was witnessed by the tablers of Vizag. Excellent HR

sessions , bonding , wonderful fellowship and above all 24 qualified trainers.

Wow! Tr.Shrawan Somani and Tr.GVS Ramayya attended the program.

10th May :

Post meeting we had an unqiue HRD on what to prepare when we are home alone.

The HR was led y Chef Mr.Shailendra Singh and his daughter Visakha and taught

the bunch of tablers to prepare daal tadka , Paneer Chilli and how to cook rice. It

was much needed learning especially if you want to see your wife happy.

Tr.Sandeep Choudari

May 6th :

Twlkr.Sudeeksha (Sq.Leg.Hari Annas daughter) celebrated her birthday and the

entire twinklers gang was invited for the celebrations.

June 9th :

Twlkr.Swasya (daughter of Tr.Ramayya & Hyma) celebrated

her birthday and a cake was sent to her on behalf of the table

on this special day.

June 10th :

Twlkr.Avani (daughter of Tr.Shrawan & Reena) celebrated her

birthday and a cake was sent to her on behalf of the table on

this special day.

June 19th :

Twlkr.Ishita Mundra (daughter of Tr.Diwakar & Kavita

Mundra) celebrated her birthday and a cake was sent

to her on behalf of the table on this special day.

&

- Tr.Sandeep Chitra

STRINGS The first Rock band show, very first program of its kind was hosted

at the A.S.Raja grounds in association with CMT Management College. An

excellent program which show caused RTI and its projects. Very good attendance

from the tabling fraternity coupled with huge crowd made the event a grand

success.

To view the video of the performance, please click the below link :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnMHnM0tUDA

Pre-event paper coverage in major newspapers :

Post event coverage in Newspapers :

The blog is just 6 months old and the total hits till date is 1700 and

record 40 articles have been updated on the blog. The blog can be

accessed by clicking below link :

http://vizagrt77.wordpress.com/meeting-minutes

- Tr.Dr.Raghu

26th 28th April :

The new era of RTI was to start with the inauguration of two new Singapore tables.

VRT 77 had the privilege of being one of the sponsor tables. Tr.Shiva attended the

gala event on behalf the VRT-77. One more feature added to the 30th glorious

year of table history.

Tr.Shiva Perla attended the event on behalf of the table.

All the photos for the event can be witnessed by clicking the below link :

1. http://vizagrt77.wordpress.com/2013/04/29/charter-

photos-of-singapore-round-table-1-singapore-knights-round-

table-2/

2. http://vizagrt77.wordpress.com/2013/04/28/congratulation

s-to-round-table-india-for-the-successful-charter-of-

singapore-round-table-1-singapore-knights-round-table-2/

-- TTrr..SSaammeeeerr KKhhaarraa

The Treasure informed the balances as on 30th June 2013 as follows :

Admin a/c :

Cash on hand : Rs. Bank : Rs.

Community Service a/c :

Cash on hand : Rs. Bank :Rs. FDD : Rs.

As informed by the convenor, the accounts have been submitted to the auditor for

finalisation. Same is expected to be completed prior tables AGM.

-- TTrr..GGVVSS RRaammaayyyyaa

The Secretary has been sending all the emails, notifications, updates received to

the table on time to time basis. All minutes have been circulated to all across RTI

within 24 hours on completion of the meeting. Even the minutes are updated on

MOMO on regular basis. Super Secretary pin was also won consecutively for 3

times till now.

--TTrr..DDrr..RRaagghhuu YYeellaavvaarrtthhii

All in all, it was yet another satisfactory quarter of activities at VRT-77, and yet

another glorious year for VRT-77. A big thanks to all the conveners, Sq.legs, HTs

and mentors for the unconditional support through the year. And, not to forget all

the wonderful ladies and kids of the 77 family.

Report prepared by:

Proud to be a tabler,

Tr.GVS Ramayya,

Secretary 2012-13

Vizag Round Table 77

Email id : gvsr.vrt77@gmail.com

Mob No : 91-9849116587

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