Minara resides in Wadi Bunder No 12, railway yard of central railways of
Indian government. Her father is a mason and mother is a house maid by
profession. Minara’s house does not have an access to basic amenities as
such electricity and water. She has a responsibility to look after her younger
brother post departure of her parents from the house for their work.
When Minara was introduced to our NFE- School on wheel bus program that
runs on the Mumbai streets for the wearer’s section of the society, she was
not able to read and recognize the alphabets even in her regional language
and she was kind of reluctant to learn from Hindi medium as it was not her
first language, but later she expressed her interest in learning Hindi Language
post teachers’ intervention with her.
Initially, her attendance in the class was recorded satisfactory, but later it was
observed miserable. Our teacher noticed the same and made a home visit to
know the root cause of her irregularity in the classes. It was found that Minara has to perform all the domestic
work as such cleaning, clothing and cooking as well along with her younger brother’s care at the age of just 9
years.
Our field team made her parents aware on the importance of education and why Minara should avail it. Her
parents were worries about her and her brother’s food as her mother was not able to give time to cooking in
the morning as she has to rush for the work. In result to Minara had to take all the responsibilities on her
shoulder in place of her mother. The large reason was food and cooking.
Our team addressed this issue and share the details of our Mid-day meal
program on bus, and how Minara can avail the benefits and can continue with
her studies as well. Her parents were delighted to know on about the midday-meal intervention and started sending their both children to the classes
regular.
The problem of Minara was easily identified and addressed, hence she is vey
happy now and receiving quality meal on bus along with the quality
educational service.
Both her parents Thanks to Mid-day program for resolving their issues and
bringing joy to ger Minara and her brother’s life.
Monisha
Mullick
CHARTER MEMBER
SENIOR
PERFUMERCREATOR OF FINE
FRAGRANCES
About
Hello everyone, I am Monisha Mullick, a true Mumbaikar at heart. My husband Ravi is a fellow Rotarian and we have 2 amazing children. Mihir, who, with his talented wife, Rushoti, lives and works in Chicago, and Maithili, who is an advertising professional in Mumbai. I am a Perfumer or “Nose” by profession. My work is creative and exciting. I love to elevate people’s moods by creating beautiful fragrances. I have been associated with the Cosmetic Industry for over 30 years and serve on the board of the Indian Society of Cosmetic Chemists, where I help mentor young people trying to make a career in this industry. Other passions include Latin and Ballroom dancing, where I have competed in Dancesport competitions, Pilates, Exercising, Reading and Traveling. I look forward to interacting with new friends and giving back to society by actively involving myself in meaningful projects at Rotary SOBO.
Kamad
Nigam
CHARTER MEMBER
ADVISORY
SERVICES,
TEXTILES
About
Greetings. I, Kamad Nigam, a native of Lucknow,
have called Bombay home for close to 20 years now.
While I hold an MBA Finance Degree from Jamnalal
Bajaj, a significant part of my career was spent as a
Bureaucrat. After taking voluntary retirement from
the IRS, I served as an Advisor to the Government of
India, also a Former Member of the MSME Board.
Since Founding the Paramone Group of Companies in 2014, I have been mentoring upcoming entrepreneurs and future leaders. I live with my wife, Pankajlata Nigam, a former officer in the Indian Customs. Our 3 lovely children are pursuing their respective careers and education. My wife and I harbor a passion for travel, interacting with people of diverse cultures, exploring the world one dish at a time. In our free time we love to listen to Hindi Film music from the 60’s and 70’s. Being a part of the Rotary SOBO, I have enjoyed the enthusiasm with which the group approaches every task, whether big or small. I look forward to an exciting journey with you all.