Beat the Heat – Sharing Care with Panchali Sanskrit Vidyalaya Students
Program Date: June 2, 2026
Host: Rotary Club of Biratnagar Downtown
Published Date : 2026-06-18
President : Girija Sarda
Specialty
A simple yet meaningful seasonal service activity aimed at providing relief and comfort to residential students staying away from their families during the intense summer heat. The project combined fellowship, compassion, and community care.
With temperatures soaring, Rotary Club of Biratnagar Downtown organized a refreshment program for the students of Panchali Sanskrit Vidyalaya. The club served chilled Thandai along with fresh mangoes to approximately 80 residential students residing at the Vidyalaya.
The initiative was undertaken to help the students beat the summer heat and to convey Rotary’s care and concern for their well-being. Club members and family members participated in the activity, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere for the students.
Facts & Figures
– Beneficiaries: Approximately 80 residential students
– Items Served:
– 15 litres Thandai
– 51 kg Mangoes
– Curd 30 cups
– Raisins
– Rose Syrup 2 bottles
– Total Budget: NPR 8,000
Support:
– The project was supported through contributions from:
Mrs. Sampat Sarda, Rtn. Anu Sarda, Rtn. Poonam Rathi, Rtn. Savita Dhanawat, Rtn. Dipti Todi
Beneficiaries
Approximately 80 students residing at Panchali Sanskrit Vidyalaya.
Impact/Outcome
– Provided immediate relief and refreshment during extreme summer temperatures.
– Boosted the morale of students living away from their families.
– Strengthened the relationship between Rotary and the local educational community.
– Encouraged fellowship among participating Rotarians and family members.
– Brought smiles and a sense of care and belonging to the students.
Sustainability
Though a one-day service activity, the project promotes a culture of compassion and community engagement. Such low-cost, high-impact initiatives can be replicated during extreme weather conditions and on special occasions, enabling the club to maintain meaningful connections with educational institutions and vulnerable groups in the community.
