Becoming the 20th President of the Rotaract Club of Pune Kalyani Nagar has been a truly special milestone for me. This journey began as President-Elect with just 3 members ready to continue into the next RIY, and today, seeing the club grow into a strong team of 30+ committed members has been deeply fulfilling. From BOD interviews to building the club step by step, it has been a journey full of learning and growth. My vision from the very beginning was to build the club not just for its 20th year, but for the future. I strongly believe in doing less, but doing it with intent and impact. These quarters were dedicated to our members, who are the true backbone of RCPKN, and it is their energy, ownership, and passion that keep the club moving forward.

Our theme FLARE came alive through meaningful initiatives like DYANGANGA 3.0, where we continued our legacy of educational adoption and successfully concluded the first phase, and Growth Grid, driving consistent personal and professional development. We also proudly carried forward our unique Banner Painting tradition, reflecting our creativity, values, and togetherness. Along this journey, we witnessed defining moments through our 20th Installation and 20th Charter Day, initiatives like Athrix, Navnari 7.0, Sahanidhi, and successfully completing all WRW citations. Flagship events like Kai Po Che, Galaxy of DRR, Mahadan 11.0, and the Rotary-Rotaract Dinner strengthened our service and fellowship, while initiatives like Bags of Hope and experiences like Beyond Barriers at Habitat Pune added a deeper sense of purpose and inclusivity to our journey.

A key highlight of this phase has been the discipline and commitment reflected across all our efforts, leading to milestones like conducting the DRR Visit after two years and becoming the first club in RID 3131 to achieve an on-spot successful DRR Visit for RIY 25–26. These achievements stand as a testament to the dedication, teamwork, and intent with which the club has moved forward.

As we move ahead, I feel grateful for how far we’ve come and excited for what lies ahead. The journey so far has been filled with growth, learning, memories, and milestones that truly define RCPKN 🤍

With Gratitude,
Rtr. Siddharth Pattanshetti
President
RIY 25–26
Rotaract Club of Pune Kalyani Nagar.

"Age brings wisdom, but in Rotaract, it brings the timeless spirit of youth."

Twenty years of togetherness, twenty years of impact, and yet, it feels like just the beginning of an endless journey of youth, service, and celebration.

Kalyani Nagar is more than just a club—it’s a beautiful, beating heart that connects generations. The old ones stay back not to lead from the front, but to lift from behind, to inspire, and to ensure that the flame never dies.