BRT2-The Round Table India Blind Man Car Rally

The ROUND TABLE INDIA “BLIND MAN CAR RALLY 2009”
The annual event for Bombay Round Table 2, The Round Table India Blind Man Car
Rally 2009 was scheduled on 15th Feb 2009. This event is the major fund raiser for the table and has become the annual event of BRT 2.
The planning for the event started in the month of Oct with Tr. Ankit (BMR convener)
heading the table to put up the great show. Tr. Ankit finalized the date of the event in consultation with National Association for the Blind and IARC.
1) SPONSERSHIPS :-
a) IN Cash: - Our ever dependable Tr. Ankur got the initial break with a
sponsorship of Rs 5.00 Lacs from Surf Excel (HUL) and Rs 1.00 Lacs
from Kissan (HUL). This was the main motivation for the entire table to
work harder for the funds. Tr. Neeraj got sponsorship of Rs 1.00 Lacs
from Nicholas Piramal Ltd... Our rookie tabler Siddharth was next with a
sponsorship of Rs 1.00 Lacs from ABC Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Rs 56,000/-
was raised from the sale of Banners.
b) In Kind :-
1) Tr. Neeraj arranged for the Braille watches from Titan for the top 3 Navigators.
2) Cr. Namita got Pantaloons to sponsor 3 gift vouchers worth Rs 5000/- each for the top 3 drivers.
3) Tr. Ankur got 2 gift hampers from SONY BMG.
4) Xotic and Apurva sponsored the cold drinks and mineral water for the event.
5) Blue Sea sponsored the snacks and lunch for the coupling event and the rally.
The table raised Rs 11.50 Lacs in total from Cash and Kind.
2) Pre-event Publicity and Promotion: - The table left no stone unturned with the
promotion of the event. Various tie ups with done to promote the event to encourage participation and awareness about the event.
a) BIG 92.7 FM: - Through Tr. Umesh a tie up was done with BIG 92.7 fm to promote the event. A 30 second promotional ad was aired 5 times a day for 10 days to promote the participation in the event. The promo ad has been attached for your reference.
b) Bright Outdoor Media: - HT Joginder Singh tied up with Bright Outdoor Advertising for 5 Hoardings to be put up at prominent locations in Mumbai.
c) DSN: - Tr. Rajesh (Chairman BNRT 19) helped the table in the tie up with DSN (Digital Signage Network). 240 LCD screens located at all Café coffee Day outlets, Mac Donald outlets and major railway stations screened the posters of the event 15 times per day.
d) Facebook :- Tr. Ankit created an event in facebook informing the details of the event. The event was circulated to all friends and contacts on facebook.
e) Pantaloons: - Through Cr. Namita, an A4 poster was displayed at all outlets of Pantaloons next to the billing department.
f) Red PR :- Red PR agency was appointed as the PR agency for the rally to promote the event and get the necessary media to cover the event.
g) Team-BHP: - Team BHP is the largest car community in India with more than 38000 car enthusiasts. A special thread was created for the promotion
of the event informing the members the details of the event and also a write up on Round Table India. A link to the thread is given hereunder for your reference.
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motor-sports/52254-charitable-cause-
2009-blind-man-car-rally-edit-now-sunday-15th-february.html
3) Participation: - Chairman Vishal who was appointed as the registration convener for the rally did a phenomenal job. All the participants for the last 2 years were contacted by email, sms and calls informing them about the event. Also an invite was sent to all the tablers of Mumbai, All chairmen and Secretaries of all Areas and all NEX members. It was only due to his constant follow up that the table registered 97 participants for the rally. Due to the change of date from the 8th to the 15th Feb there were approx 25 cancellations and hence the total of 72 cars
flagged off on the 15th.
4) Celebrities at the event: - In Mumbai, Celebrities become a major factor to pull the media in. For the flag off the table had the privilege of FORT Prahlad Kakkad, Actress Urvashi Sharma, Music Director Nikhil and MLA Poonam Mahajan. The media turned up in full strength to cover the Flag off of the Rally. For the Prize Distribution, the table had the privilege of Celebrity Fitness trainer Mrs. Leena Mogre.
5) Post event Publicity :-
a) An entire forum was created at Team-BHP for the feedback of the rally along with the pictures. The link to the rally has been given for your reference.
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motor-sports/53507-report-pics-blind-manrally-experience-feb-09-a.html.
b) A lot of media persons covered the event. The details of the same are enclosed for your reference.
c) Television Coverage: A number of television channels covered the event.
The coverage can be seen online at: http://www.youtube.com/ranjitRTI

(ii) News Paper Coverage. The event received extensive news coverage among all major
newspapers and others too. It even made it to the front page of the Times of India – South
Mumbai Edition.
Complete Newspaper Coverage can be seen online at the following address:
http://www.scribd.com/share/upload/9578436/1639xsan8275o5dxmtd0
Some clippings are as follows:

(iii) Hoardings were also put up all over the city. Pictures follow:

HRD Cum FELLOWSHIP POONA UNITED ROUND TABLE NO.144

A 2-Day Edutainment Tour to JALNA

1. HYBRID SEED PRODUCTION - R&D FACILITY & DEMO FARMS

2. STEEL SMELTING FACILITY

3. STEEL ROLL BAR MANUFACT FACILITY

Sat 3rd – Mon 5th January ‘09

INTRODUCTION

Hybrid Seed Production is a much-debated Technology around the world. BT Cotton, BT Brinjal etc are commonly read / heard words in Agricultural related and Food Shortage Alleviation Debates. PURT 144 was keen to know more about this technology and the issues surrounding it. Fortunately, the top few companies in the world at cutting edge of this technology are based in India. One such is Bejo Sheetal Ltd… an Indo Dutch JV promoted by our Own Tabler Tr. Vijay’s Wife… Sheetal’s Family in JALNA (6-7 Hrs from Pune) It is only once a year that this Company opens its doors to welcome Scientists, Agriculturists and Peers to witness the R & D leaps in this technology over the past 12 months... vide open visits to their R & D Facilities and Demo Farms. Hybrid Seed Production (aimed at cereal and vegetable crops) primarily aims at zeroing down on the genetically superior traits within Plants and selecting them to produce a hybrid that is genetically superior to its parents… Superior against Pest Attack… Superior in Yield… Superior in Quality (Taste, Application etc) PROGRAM 26 Heads left by Sleeper Coach on sat 3rd Jan to arrive at Jalna on 4th Jan 09. Very graciously, Sheetal Agarwal hosted us through out our stay. We were checked into a Hotel for some Rest and change and around 10am left to start what was to be a day full of New experiences every hour… on the hour. Renowned Biotech Scientists who patiently explained to us the Transformation and

selection Process of Hybrid Seeds took us around and explained the significance and processes at the… Plant Transformation Lab Molecular marker lab Pathology Lab Entomology Lab Tissue Culture Lab It was at these labs that we were shown the gene transformation procedure of introducing Bacterial / Viral / Animal genes in plant AND the identification of plant genome and their utilization for successful backcrossing of important traits into the desirable plant background. Next were visits to the Warehousing & Cold Storage facilities Following this was a Special Rajbhog Lunch arranged for us.
Next on, were visits to the 3 Demo Farms to witness actual results on Plants grown with hybrid seeds and possessing hybrid traits duly induced by humans. These included BT Cotton Farm, BT Brinjal Farm, Hybrid Capsicum, Broccolli, Cabbages (15 varieities) and other Exotic Vegetable Farms & Polyhouses.
Before further moving on… Sheetal & Vijay took us for a short fellowship at a Jalna hotspot with Snacks, Juices & Icecream The icing on the cake was a visit to the Night farm of TPS (Total Potato seed). Potatoes are grown from Potatoes… thus necessarily implying that the farmer (across the world) saves part of his yield as seed for the next crop. Bejo Sheetal is the first Company in the world to have developed a Potato SEED with unique hybrid technology. The availability of Seeds increases Yield dramatically and is especially useful in poorer countries of Africa and India to grow their staple diet. This unique production of Potato seed is done in Night Farms since 22 hrs of Lighting is required and Night Farms are lit up like daytime for 22 hrs. This was a unique sight unlike anything ever witnessed by Tablers before.
Following this was a lavish Dinner Hosted by Sheetal & Vijay at the Local Top Hotel and it was time to board our Sleeper Coach Bus at 11pm. Dhamaal on the Bus and Monday Morning 6am we reached Pune. CONCLUSION The experience was unique, knowledgeable and very very new. Special Thanks to Sheetal Agarwal’s Family in Jalna whose personal touch ensure great value addition to the trip. HRD Convener Tr. Karan Gehani and Mrs. Sheetal Agarwal organized this event and the 26 heads who attended, sincerely thanked the two of them for individually pushing them to participate in same. Hybrid Technology aims at increasing the abilities of Crops to defend themselves against Pests. Can this selective defence mechanism induced be cancerous to Human Beings too. Current Debates on the subject rage around the same. Having now been exposed and made to undertstand the severe testing that the product lifecycles go through.. removed all doubts that this technology will be a saviour for food problems of the future. HRDs

ON TRIP… Visit To STEEL SMETLERING UNIT

Beofre Visiting The TPS Night Farm, Tablers proceeded to a Steel Smeltering Unit where all witnessed Steel Scrap being melted and recast into cast Iron Slabs. All were awestruck watching the process at close to 800 deg C Visit To STEEL ROD (Construction) EXTRUSION UNIT Tablers then proceeded to yet another factory where Construction Steel Rods were extruded from the Cast Iron Blocks. This too was a unique sight for all watching the Steel being melted again and extruded into >30ft Rods
Report by…

Tr. KaraN Gehani HRD

Convener PURT 144

Pics of AEX Meet III

Photographs courtesy by....

Our Jassi
Jaspreet Singh Kohli

AREA III AVC

Proud To Be A Tabler (PTBAT)

HRD Program for Pune Tablers

Conducted by Tr Vaishal Kapadia and Tr Sanjay Kanakia

Venue: Shangrila Pune Date: 31st Jan 09 Coordinated by PRRT105

Participants: Tr Shantanu, Tr Gautam, Tr Chirag, Tr Jignesh, Tr Sagar, Tr Rajesh B, Tr Saleel (PRRT105), Tr Gurpreet, Tr Hitesh, Mr Ashish, Mr Bijoy (PRT15), Tr Manav (PMRT65), Tr Sachin (PCRT110), Tr Pritam, Tr Vinay, Mr Nikhil (PURT144),

Guests: Tr Jassi, Sq Leg Faisal Poonawala, IPC TR Pritam


Backdrop: Area HRD convener, Tr Vaishal has suggested that he will conduct a program for Pune Tablers in January. We at PRRT105 decided to take this opportunity to coordinate with other tables in Pune and introduce this excellent PBTBAT program for new tablers. We had decided the venue to be conference hall of Shangrila and time was decided in the evening based on suggestions of few Chairmen. Respective chairmen, secretaries etc had already nominated the tablers.

Event Update:
As per infamous tabling tradition, it took us 45 mins delay to have all prticipants reach the venue. This is an aspect we need to work hard upon. Also there were significant drop outs from the list of confirmed participants.
But once we started all these points were forgotten, we were treated to next three hours of fun and education. As per Tr vaishal and sanjay, it was very important in tabling to have fun in all aspects. We started with ice breakers and had participants categorized by waist lines (starting with Tr Jassi). We had fun and great bonding.
The trainers then set expectations from the participants as why they had attended the program. Most common answers were to know and make friends. And I am sure we returned back with much much much more. …
Then we were introduced to concept of Fellowship: The trust in fellow tablers and essence of tabling, anecdotes about how tablers go all out in support of fellow tablers
Then we were introduced to FTE and mission of round table. Some amazing stats were presented about the extent of work done by RTI all over. Some facts were new to a tabler like myself even after two years of tabling. It was really a proud movement. Highlight was also stressed on Zero Overhead organization.
After a short break, we had a game which was an eye opener as to what can be achieved if we remove self imposed limits. The task which took 20-25 seconds at the beginning finally was done in time below 1 sec with some ideas, team work and bonding. It’s important to remove the limits.
Then the most wonderful aspect of tabling: HRD was highlighted. How we get opportunity to learn, interact with others who themselves are leaders in their professions. We got to know how tabling offers us an opportunity to grow.
Then we were given a small quiz about table rules, history and very important facts about tabling.
Sq Leg Faisal and Tr Pritam shared their own experiences and how Tabling has changed their lives at work and with family.

Finally it was time to party with a great dinner and fellowship. The party went on late till early morning.

Suggestions: I really feel this program is a must for all inducted tablers. I really feel sad for those who dropped out of for those who had not confirmed to avail this opportunity. Also we can plan more such HRDs and request for Tr Vaishal to brainstorm as to how this program can be done for those who missed out. All Chairmans and Secy to please note the tablers who have not done this program and ensure they do it for tabling benefits.


Reporting By Tr Gautam Naik PRRT105

REPORT ON THE JOINT SOCIAL OF ALL AHMEDABAD TABLES

Fellowship is the foundation of our movement . With this is mind all the tables of Ahmedabad got together and had the grand joint Ahmedabad social on Saturday 14th feb .
The Venue being the splendid, lush green Kensville golf course on the outskirts of Ahmebadad .
Reaching the venue took 2hrs drive from Baroda .But the enthusiasm to meet fellow tablers was enough .The Theme was valentine .The Social started with the couples playing different games like who could stretch their spouses name the longest and running between two chairs with a balloon between their heads . But the best game cross dressing of the guys and Rajvee was just amazing .He defiantly would give Pamela run for her money but the only problem was somebody would always bursted his balloons’ All in all it was fun .
The food was just amazing and complements s to Cr Niyati for the excellent food arrangements. Also Compliments to all the tables of Ahmedabad for the excellent host they are and for the excellent arrangements they made.
KEEP ON PARTYING
YIT
Tr Mukul Ajmera
AST AREA III 08-09