District 317F Outlines Bold Vision in Healthcare, Education, Environment, and Social Welfare
Bengaluru, August 12, 2025 – Lions International – District 317F has announced a ₹1.2 crore package of community service initiatives during its ‘Abhinav’ Cabinet Official Appointment ceremony, held on Sunday at Bunts Sangha, Bengaluru. The event, presided over by District Governor Lion Akash A. Suvarna, brought together members, dignitaries, and partners to set the tone for a year of impactful service.
The occasion also marked the official installation of Lion Raju Chandrashekar as First Vice District Governor and Lion A. Vijaya Kumar as Second Vice District Governor, along with the introduction of the 2025–26 District Cabinet and the Leo District Team.
Key Initiatives Announced:
Education & Empowerment – Provision of 20 laptops worth ₹8 lakh, scholarships worth ₹8 lakh, installation of cloth bag vending machines, and mobility support through the donation of two TVS Jupiter scooters and four electric autos for self-employment of differently abled individuals.
Healthcare – Donation of chemotherapy syrup for pediatric cancer patients at Kidwai Hospital, dental screening equipment under an MoU with KLE Society’s Institute of Dental Sciences, partnerships to facilitate cataract surgeries, establishment of seven Sai Swasthya Wellness Centres worth ₹35 lakh, and creation of baby feeding and senior ladies’ resting rooms at metro stations worth ₹5 lakh.
Hunger & Environment – Launch of the 365 Days Relieving Hunger Programme at K.C. General Hospital valued at ₹10 lakh, and a district-wide tree plantation campaign.
Global Service Contribution – ₹50 lakh donation to the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF).
“Our theme for the year, Serve & Be Happy, is about creating real and lasting change,” said Lion Akash A. Suvarna. “From supporting education to enhancing healthcare access, every project we undertake aims to touch lives and inspire a ripple effect of goodwill.”
Chief Guest Lion J. P. Singh, International Director (2018–2021), commended the district’s dedication to transformative service, while Guest of Honour Lion K. Vamsidhar Babu, Past International Director, praised the focus on education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability as a “blueprint for a brighter future.”
The event concluded with a reaffirmed commitment from District 317F to expand its reach and deepen its impact across Bengaluru and surrounding communities in the year ahead.
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