International
Day of Older Persons or World Elders’ Day falling on 1st October was
celebrated by Rotary Club of Bombay West this year too. The World Elders Day is celebrated to raise
awareness about issues affecting the elderly, such as senescence and elder
abuse. It is also a day to appreciate the
contributions that older people make to society.
On
Sunday, 30th September, 2018, the Club in partnership with Inner
Wheel Club of Bombay West (IWCBW) celebrated World Elders Day by inviting
members of Senior Citizen Organizations associated with us. Dr.Pallavi Shah, Past
President of International Inner Wheel was the Chief Guest. President Anand Gupta welcomed the gathering
while Dr.Kavita Rege, President of IWCBW formally introduced the Chief Guest
who gave some very useful health tips to the senior citizens present at the
event.
The
highlight of the evening was music programme conducted and sponsored by
Rtn.Hiroo Thadani and his band. Bollywood
melodies from the Golden Era were sung by artistes to the accompaniment of live
music. Over 200 senior citizens who were
present at the event thoroughly enjoyed – most were seeing humming the popular
numbers while some enthusiastic elders climbed the stage and danced to their
heart content.
Earlier,
around 20 Elders were felicitated for their contribution to the society. The event was compeered ably by Rtn.Minoo
Lalvani and organized by the Senior Citizens Committee of the club lead by Chairman
Rtn.Mohanlal Gupta and Director Community Service I, Rtn.Naresh Merchant. The entertainment programme was co-ordinated
and compeered by PP Rtn.Chandramohan Saigal.
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