Inner Wheel

Inner Wheel
Madras South- 50 Years of Golden Service

Monday, 29 September 2025

 Project 15 -  29th Sep 2025

Navathri Celebration With Sarvodhaya Girls






At SRS Sarvodhaya Girls Hostel we sponsored one full day meals - breakfast, lunch & dinner to about 85 girls in the hostel on the Navarathri festival day. 

We also donated some gently used clothes to the children, which brought them immense joy.

We had a wonderful time interacting with the girls, who sang devotional songs. It was truly a soul-enriching experience!

Thursday, 25 September 2025

 Project 14         Date : 25/09/25 

Pap smear Screening for Anbagam inmates

 

  

Our clubs COV Project visit marked a significant milestone as we donated Rs. 50,000 to Kalpavriksham Trust, founded by Dr. Banupriya of Privaram Cancer Research Institute. The contribution supported Pap smear screening tests for 45 mentally challenged women at "Anbagam" Rehabilitation Center. We were honored to have DC Devi Mathimaran gracing the occasion as Chief Guest, adding dignity and importance to our initiative. 

Sunday, 14 September 2025

 Project 13

13/09/25




Our club actively participated in the District ISO event "AMBER" on September 13, 2025, at MGR Janaki College. We supported the "Foot Reflexology - Padhanivarana" session conducted by visually challenged individuals by sponsoring ₹3,500 towards stall rent. Special thanks to PDC Sita Laxminarayana for generously sponsoring food for the participants, adding kindness to our community service.


Saturday, 6 September 2025

 Project 12 

Celebrating Teacher's day with the tiny tots at Balwadi in T.Nagar - 6/9/25





 Our Teacher's Day celebration at the Teynampet Balwadi was a huge success! We distributed essential items, including mats, buckets, mugs, and a mop, along with gifts for the teachers and helper. Each of the 22 children received a delightful tiffin box.


Monday, 18 August 2025

 Project 11

Educational support from Suman Karpur Fund

Our Club has been supporting Durga Devi, a deserving student at Akshaya College of Arts & Science by providing tuition fees assistance of Rs.19,250/- to pursue her education without financial burdens.

Our Club's consistent support over the past three semesters demonstrates a genuine commitment to empowering students like Durga Devi to achieve their academic goals. This kind of sponsorship can have a profound impact on a student's life, helping them build a brighter future.

 Project 10


Help in controlling the stray dog population


Our Club has donated Rs.5000/- in  actively supporting Animal Birth Control (ABC) surgeries for stray dogs, including kennel and transportation services. This initiative will significantly contribute to managing stray dog populations and improving their welfare.

Friday, 15 August 2025

 Project 9

Donating Books to a medical student

  


Shivarangini an underprivileged girl from Kannagi Nahar, whose Father is totally blond and mother is partially blind has scored good marks in NEET exam and will be joining a medical College. 

Our club member Vanitha, wanted to donate a whole set of medical books that belonged to her Son, who doesn't need it any longer.

Thursday, 14 August 2025

Project No. 8:    Project Date: 13.08.2025                     


Project Description: Caring & Sharing

Sponsored one day meals to the seniors in  Akshaya Trust home at Palavakkam. Also distributed sarees to the senior women in the home. We had fun time with them as some of the seniors sang songs. 

No. of Beneficiaries: 42

Amount Spent: Rs.6000/-

Friday, 25 July 2025


Project No. 7: 
Maandhoppil Mazhalai oli

Project Date: 25.07.2025



We have distributed the gift kits  children of Hindu Theological School, Sowcarpet, Chennai. This is a joint project with IWC Madras Central Adithya

Amount Spent: Rs.5000/-

Tuesday, 22 July 2025

Project No. 6:  

Project Date : 22.07.2025  




Tree planting project - Jade 1. Saplings were planted in the Government Hospital campus, Madhavaram Pal Pannai.   Joint Project: Yes. Along with Madras Central Aadhithya. 

Amount Spent: Rs.1680/-

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

 Project 5 : Educational aid to a XI std student



Our club has extended support to Jayapradhan, an 11th standard student, by donating Rs. 15,000 towards his school fees. Considering his familys challenging circumstances  our contribution aims to help him continue his education.

 Project 4 : Educational Support Through Aspire Foundation (NGO)




Aspire Foundation : Our club has supported Aspire Foundation, a renowned organization empowering students through education in Dindigul District. This NGO  supports approximately 600 students across 25 villages. 

Our club has sponsored Rs. 22,000 for 11 students, providing each with a kit containing:

- School bag

- Uniform set

- Notebooks

- Essential stationery

 Project 3 : Renovation of  Rooms in Girls' Hostel


 In line with our commitment to supporting girls, our club has contributed Rs. 35,000 towards renovating a room at the All India Womens Association Girls Hostel. Past President Kalarani who has fecilitated this project is also the major sponsor.

 Project 2 : Suman Karpur Educational Fund for Girls

Our club maintains an Education Fund in memory of  PAP Suman Karpur to help educate Girl students.

 Divya, a studious and ambitious student from Tarapuram Higher Secondary School, who comes from a financially challenged family is the recipient of the aid this year. We have donated Rs. 6,000 towards her education for the current year. 

  Installation Day Projects

Projects 1. Provisions to BIRD old age Home

Birds Old Age Home: Our clubs ongoing project for the past two decades. We support this home for the elderly by donating provisions worth Rs. 15,000 biannually. A chq for Rs 15,000 was handed over to the trustee of the home by our distrisct chairman during our club Installation.

 We have built rooms, prayer hall and dining hall for this home in the pastThrough various contributions, weve enabled needy senior citizens to live with dignity and respect.

ISO Report 2024-25

Our ISO Chithra has put together a fantastic report on all our fun and fellowship events from last year. It's full of cherished moments, and we want to give a huge shout-out to our talented members who shined in various competitions.



Get ready for a wonderful trip down memory lane! 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OrCwWb5lGuEA8Vi1_PbNwGVoiBBdoiVd/view?usp=sharing



 

 Installation Ceremony 2025–2026



 



  

The much awaited Installation Ceremony for the year 2025–2026 was held on 16th July 2025 at Iyal Isai Nadaga Mandram in R.A. Puram, Chennai. The event was graced by the enthusiastic presence of our members, creating an atmosphere of celebration and camaraderie. Dr. Thamizhachi Thangapandian , Member of Parliment, writer, poet and academic graciously agreed to be the Chief Guest

The new Executive Team for 2025–26 was ceremoniously installed, ushering in a year of fresh energy and purpose. Outgoing office bearers presented a comprehensive report highlighting the impactful initiatives and achievements of the past year.

To mark the occasion, five meaningful service projects were executed during the event, with a total outlay of ₹99,630, setting an inspiring tone for the year ahead.

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

 

Welcome to the new Executive Committee for 2025–26!

The first EC meeting was held  on 2 July 2025 at the residence of PDC Shanthi Kannan.
Wishing President Vijayalakshmi and her team a successful and fulfilling Inner Wheel year ahead



Saturday, 21 June 2025


 Our president Parimala recognised for her exemplary service in the Rotary

Congradulations Parimala Amizhdhu!!.. We are all proud of you 






The Last GB for the year
Date - 21 june 2025.    Venue - Shila's residence 






Thursday, 19 June 2025

 


Project 20


Date 20th June .
Handing over a Cheque for a sum of Rs 20,000/- from Suman Karpur Fund to S.Pavithra a student of 
12th std at Maharishi Vidhya Mandir Matriculation Higher Secondary School Ayanavaram,Chennai

Project Cost: Rs 20,000/-

No of Beneficiary : 1

Venue:Maharishi Vidhya Mandir Matriculation Higher Secondary School Ayanavaram ,Chennai




 Project 21


Date 1st June .
District Tree Plantation Project at CAPS Thiruvallur.
Our members Geetha Rao and Vanitha Rajagopal participated
Project Cost: Balance amount from Conference
No of Beneficiary : Many
Venue: CAPS Thiruvallur







         

Wednesday, 11 June 2025

 




Project 19

Date 8th June our member Sudha's friend Nishalaya sponsored full day meals to Birds Old Age Home

Project Cost: Rs 12,000/-

No of Beneficiary : 60

Venue:Birds Old Age Home