Humanitarian

Raksha Bandhan

RAKSHA BANDHAN CELEBRATION WITH INDIAN SOLDIERS Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star District 3232 F1 | Region 5 | Zone 1 Lionistic Year 2026–2027 📍 Activity Venue Station Head Quarters, EME Cir, Near EME Temple, Jayesh Colony, Fatehgunj, Vadodara, Gujarat – 390008 🎗️ Activity Theme “Celebrating the Bond of Protection and Gratitude with Our Brave Soldiers” Activity Description Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star proudly celebrated the auspicious festival of Raksha Bandhan with approximately 25 brave Indian soldiers at the Station Head Quarters, EME Cir, near EME Temple, Jayesh Colony, Fatehgunj, Vadodara. Raksha Bandhan is a festival that celebrates the bond of love, protection, respect and responsibility. On this special occasion, the members of Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star extended the spirit of Raksha Bandhan beyond family boundaries by celebrating it with the soldiers who dedicate their lives to protecting our nation. The Lions members visited the station and interacted with the soldiers in a warm and respectful atmosphere. The occasion was marked by the traditional Raksha Bandhan celebration, where Rakhi was tied to the soldiers as a symbolic gesture of appreciation, respect and gratitude for their service to the country. The celebration provided an opportunity for the Lions members to express their heartfelt thanks to the Indian Armed Forces for their courage, discipline, dedication and sacrifices. The soldiers were made to feel that they are an important part of the larger family of society and that their service is deeply valued. The programme also promoted the message that the protection provided by our soldiers allows families across the nation to celebrate festivals peacefully and safely. The interaction created a strong emotional connection between the Lions members and the soldiers and made the Raksha Bandhan celebration especially meaningful. The Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star remains committed to recognizing and supporting the contributions of our armed forces and to undertaking service activities that strengthen community relationships and promote patriotism, gratitude and social responsibility. “Our soldiers protect the nation every day; on Raksha Bandhan, we celebrate the bond of protection with them.” The Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star is proud to salute the courage, dedication and service of our Indian Armed Forces. Service First • We Serve • We Care

Felicitation & Bhagavad Gita Distribution at LVP URJA Festival

Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star organized a meaningful felicitation activity at the LVP URJA Festival, Vadodara, promoting cultural values, spirituality, goodwill, and community engagement. During the event, 52 exhibitors participating in the exhibition were felicitated by the Lions Club. Each exhibitor was presented with a Bhagavad Gita as a meaningful gesture of respect and goodwill, along with a memento in appreciation of their participation and contribution to the exhibition. A special felicitation was also extended to Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda, with the presentation of a memento and Bhagavad Gita. Special Interaction The Lions delegation had a warm and meaningful interaction with Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad regarding the exhibition, its objectives, participating exhibitors, and the overall initiative. The conversation provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen community relations and promote the values of service, culture, appreciation, and social engagement. Lions Members Participated A total of 6 Lions Members participated in the activity: Zone Chairperson Lion Hiren Rathod Lion Aarti Singh Lion Tejal Rathod Lion Paresh Sharma Lion Manisha Patel Lion __________________ Key Highlights 52 exhibitors felicitated 52 Bhagavad Gitas distributed Mementos presented to exhibitors Special felicitation of Shri Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda Meaningful interaction regarding the exhibition 6 Lions Members participated Strong community engagement and goodwill generated Promoted Indian cultural and spiritual values through the distribution of the Bhagavad Gita Impact of the Activity The activity successfully brought together Lions service, cultural awareness, appreciation, and community relationship-building. The presentation of the Bhagavad Gita conveyed a message of wisdom, peace, values, and goodwill, while the felicitation recognized the dedication and participation of the exhibitors. The interaction with the Maharani of Baroda further enhanced the visibility of the Lions Club's service activities and strengthened its connection with the community. Conclusion Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star continues to uphold the Lions motto “We Serve” by organizing meaningful activities that promote community engagement, cultural values, appreciation, and social responsibility.

Blood Donation Camp – Vadodara Raktadan Kendra

Blood Donation Camp – Vadodara Raktadan Kendra Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star District 3232 F1 – Lions International Event Details Project: Blood Donation Camp Date: 05 August 2026 Time: 9:00 AM onwards Venue: Vadodara Raktadan Kendra, 201 Atharva Residency, Opp. M.C. High School, Salatwada Main Road, Vadodara Project Category: Blood Donation & Humanitarian Service Lions Members Participated: 9 Total Lions Service Hours: 18 Hours Total Blood Collected: 38 Blood Bottles Project Description Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star jointly organized a Blood Donation Camp on the occasion of the inauguration of Vadodara Raktadan Kendra on 05 August 2026. The project was undertaken with the objective of encouraging voluntary blood donation and creating awareness about the importance of blood donation in saving lives. The initiative received a positive response from donors and the community. A total of 38 blood bottles were successfully collected during the camp, making the initiative a meaningful contribution towards supporting patients and maintaining the availability of blood for those in need. The programme was also accompanied by a Satyanarayana Katha, marking the inauguration with an auspicious and spiritual beginning. Lions Participation 9 Lions Members actively participated in the project and contributed a total of 18 Lions service hours. The Lions team assisted with event coordination, donor facilitation, guest management, awareness activities, and overall support for the successful execution of the camp. Project Highlights Particular Achievement Lions Members Participated 9 Lions Service Hours 18 Hours Blood Bottles Collected 38 Blood Donation Camp ✅ Successfully Conducted Project Focus Humanitarian & Health Service Project Impact The collection of 38 blood bottles represents a valuable humanitarian contribution and has the potential to help patients requiring blood and blood components. The project successfully promoted the Lions spirit of service, compassion, and community responsibility, while encouraging citizens to become regular voluntary blood donors. Message “Donate Blood, Save Lives – Every Drop Counts.” The Lions Club of Baroda Rising Star remains committed to supporting humanitarian and health-related initiatives in the community under the Lions International motto: WE SERVE 🦁

Kawad Yatra

BLOOD DONATION CAMP

Cloth Distribution

Blood Donation Camp

TB Kit Distribution

Sweater Distribution to School Children

TB Kit Distribution

TB Kit Distribution

Distribution of TB nutrition support kits to patients at the Urban Health Center, Warasiya, Vadodara. Held 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM with 16 Lions volunteers contributing 32 service hours (16 × 2). 620 beneficiaries reached. Expenditure ₹5,500.