Dear Surendra Gupta,

Working towards uniting, reproduced are writings which are under discussion in
Delhi, are pertinent & the theme herein can be used by others with same
objectives:

Writing of 17:58 22/02/2008 :

   Scattered initiatives don't have a lasting impact and will not make
politicians or bureaucrats sit up and listen and act to address our grievances.
If we are to succeed in curtailing what appears to be an increasing dosage of
governance lapses, to make elected representatives accountable for not making
the governance machinery work in public interest, to make public servants
perform in public interest, it is time for working on same issue activists to
come together. It is time for them to say with one voice 'enough is enough' we
demand a better governed India.  How to achieve this?

   There are numerous activists and numerous shades of activism across India
today. Some are there because it provides a vocation, and not necessarily
because they are espoused to a cause. The cause could well be simply be
providing daily bread. There are doubtless many who are devoted crusaders. Some
work selflessly towards a cause in public interest, constantly giving but not
expecting any personal return. Others, doing serious and useful work but perhaps
driven more by the satisfaction of a personal ego or for a personal agenda. 
Initiatives of all types are scattered initiatives, dissipating precious energy
and resources, until they unite for success.

   Fundamentally all activism, if serious, results due to some failure in the
functioning of the governance machinery from the manner that we expect it to
function for our common good.

   We elect our representatives into government in the expectation that they will
make the administrative machinery work as desired by us. It is for this reason
that we are constantly reminded to exercise our right of franchise and to do it
with care, so that we elect representatives who will work in our interest, and
who can be held accountable to us, the voters. In the present political process
candidates chosen by political parties are imposed on the electorate, so the
choice for the voter is between parties and not between 'suitable' candidates.
Ergo the accountability of those elected is to party bosses and not those who
cast their votes at the ballot box, with much hope for a better tomorrow. It is
this process of electorate hoodwinking that leads to the apathy of the
governance machinery. This in turn is the cause of some spirited individuals
take up the cudgels to fight for the right of the common man. The fight being to
enforce accountability of those elected by us, and of the bureaucracy appointed
to work in public interest. To enforce delivery of programs promised and set in
motion by elected representatives. To enforce fundamental rights of the citizen.

   Is it possible to win such battles through scattered initiatives which are
like pin pricks in the side of an elephant?  In our state of governance,
accountability cannot be enforced if we are divided in the pursuit of our goals,
if we are unclear in our objectives and if we fail to voice our demands in
unison. Nothing will work unless accountability is enforced, and accountability
cannot be enforced by scattered initiatives.

   Most people recognise the good in uniting. So where is the problem? Scattered
initiatives result when those in the lead have personal agendas and thus unable
to work with others, are driven more by personal ego then the desire to work for
the common good or because they seek personal glory.

   Our firm belief is that if you are working for the common good then you have
to give your time and effort without expecting any kind of self gain at the end
of the day. Any public rewards, if important to persons in the lead, will come
spontaneously from those whose life has improved as a result of our selfless
efforts. The hapless will always thank you for your help. This has been the case
with all leaders (past and present) who are revered today as having truly
sacrificed for the common good - Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Mother
Theresa.....and contemporaries such as Baba Amte, Anna Hazare.

   So if you are serious about the success of your efforts and those of the group
you helped create, there are a few simple leadership style changes you can start
with:

   Ø      Do not insist that all communication go out in your name, simply
because you are the leader of the bunch.

   Ø      Do not insist that you and you alone interact with media, because you
feel that only you can handle the press interviews best - insist on any and
everyone fielding questions by rotation having first discussed and agreed common
objectives.

    Next how do you achieve unification? Here are some thoughts.

   Ø      Coin a unifying name  ---  Lets call it, Mumbai - Delhi Sudhar Andolan
(MSA - DSA) for the purpose of this note.

   Ø      Let this then be the umbrella group under whom all activists unite.

   Ø      MSA - DSA should have a committee of at least one leader from all
groups, with no chairperson. All public statements to go out with all signatures
each time.

   Ø      Have different persons as spokesperson for different topics - this
person will be the acknowledged centre of expertise on a topic.

   Ø      MSA - DSA should not attend any TV show as no one person can possibly
attend. On a subject the subject basis, acknowledged experts alone should be
eligible to attend. Print media off course should have a unified statement.

   Ø      In any dealing with politicians all representatives should be present
as a unified group with no single spoke person. This gives the perception of
unity as well as strength of numbers.

   Ø      In internal meetings, one person needs to act as a secretary to bring
together an agenda, to regulate the meeting. This secretary should be by
rotation changing every two months.

   By adopting these principles, the unification is one in principle for a common
objectives set for MSA  - DSA. In all other respects it will be a loose coupling
of like minded activists coming together with a common set of objectives and not
interfering the other activities of the group members, but being supportive
where there is synergy in objectives.

   Lets us try to work together!

NNFI assists Group Action from like minded.

National Network For India Trust - NNFI
131 - 132 Som Dutt Chambers 1
5 Bhikaji Cama Place
New Delhi 110066
Tel: 91 11 65684505 / 26161246
Fax: 91 11 26182867
E-Mail: electoralreforms@...
Website: www.nnfi.org.in

DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES
(A non-profit organisation established in 1983 creating large scale
sustainable livelihoods)

                   Experiential field based training
                                On
                 Carbon Revenues: A Source of Funding
                        18-20 September'08
     TARAgram, Appropriate Technology Centre, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh

Introduction

Looking at the present global scenario, when global warning is a much
discussed and debated issue, carbon revenue has become an innovative
funding mechanism for NGOs, Corporate and Public Sector Units. In
this context, development agencies can make interventions that would
help them earn carbon funds. For this appropriate projects have to be
conceptualized, developed and implemented. This involves learning of
tools, techniques and information required within the existing
development interventions currently run or likely to be run in future
viz. related to Natural Resource Management and Energy.

Objectives of the Training:

•To make participants understand the concept of carbon revenue and
how it can generate funds
•To acquaint them with tools, techniques and information that would
be required to conceptualise, develop and implement such innovative
programmes in the area of energy and natural resource management
•To share DA's experiences in generating carbon revenue

Pedagogy:

The following techniques would be used to conduct the training
program.

•Lectures/interactive sessions
•Group Discussions
•Case studies/Group exercises
•Brainstorming sessions/ Experience sharing
•Training Support materials/ Handouts
•Power-point Presentations
•Guest lectures from potential funders

Course Contents

Lecture / Interactive Sessions

Issue of Climate Change

To make all the participants understand the issue of climate change
and it's link to carbon financing

Introductory part: Basics of Carbon Financing

•Eligibility for Carbon Financing
•Procedures for Carbon Financing
•Sources of Carbon Finance

Key issues in Carbon Financing
•Methodologies
•Legal Aspects
•Costs

 Case Studies
•Renewable Energy
•Energy Efficiency

Carbon Financing in Practice

This session is designed to provide hands-on experience to the
participants on developing the necessary documentation for carbon
financing. They will be provided all the background information and
they will themselves will be using the tools and techniques to
estimate the emission reductions, the potential funds that can be
secured, the relevant time frames etc.

Site Visits to Project securing CARBON Finance: VSBK, Datia

This session will expose the participants to one of the projects in
the vicinity actually earning carbon finances. Here the participants
will be demonstrated the real-time mechanisms of generation of carbon
credits, the necessary documentation and the other measures required
for carbon financing.

Course Eligibility

Professionals working in NGOs or other agencies and who possess an
interest in Energy and NRM related projects and its relation to
carbon revenue.

Resource Persons

Mr. Udit Mathur

Mr. Udit Mathur, Programme Manager, Development Alternatives is an
economist from the Delhi School of Economics, New Delhi. He has 5
years of experience in the field of designing, developing and
facilitating projects for earning carbon revenues. These projects
range from energy conservation and efficiency in large hotels and
small brick kilns to renewable energy generation through hydro power
plants and biomass and biogas based systems. He has also been
extensively involved in training and capacity building of various
stakeholders such as the government officials, industry personnel,
NGOs and consultants on these issues. He is abreast with the
technical, financial and procedural issues related to carbon
financing and has been applying his knowledge to develop and
facilitate projects that lead to livelihood generation and overall
sustainable development.

Dr. Anish Chatterjee

Anish has done a doctorate in Agriculture and Climate Change from the
premier Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New Delhi. He has
worked with Development Alternatives and GTZ in their programmes on
climate change and has been closely associated with project
development and facilitation on securing carbon revenues. He has
extensive experience in the documentation and regulatory arena of
carbon financing. He has also organized several training and capacity
building workshops on carbon financing and has trained personnel from
different sectors.

Also we will be arranging a guest lecture in between the training
program. The lecturer will be sharing his/her experiences and funding
opportunities in the area of Carbon Revenue.

DURATION
3 Days
The training will be for a period of 3 days which will essentially
consist of:
1.Class room sessions
2.A guided tour to the development models within TARAgram campus
3.An evening out to visit the Orchha temples and fort.
TARAgram Campus - an overview
http://devalt.org/da/field/tarapic.htm

FEE
INR 10,000 per participant for Indian Participants
INR 18,000 (450 USD) for Overseas Participants
The Training fee covers the following:
•Accommodation
•Food
•Course material
•Leisure trip to the famous Orchha Temples and Fort
Indian participants to make payment through Demand Draft drawn in
favour of Development Alternatives payable at Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
The address for sending the Demand Draft is-
TRAINING COORDINATOR
TARA Livelihood Academy
Development Alternatives
TARAgram, Orchha Tigela,
Orchha-472246,
Dist.-Tikamgarh (MP),
Ph.-+91 510 2911368
Please send the Demand draft by registered post or speed post only.
Overseas participants may please send the fees through wire transfer.
The details of the wire transfer will be sent to each selected
trainee once we get their nomination form.
YOUR TAKEAWAYS
•Knowledge and experience from the training
•Field Exposure and further learning
•Manuals and training material
•Networking opportunity for you
•And a visit to Orchha Temples and fort - a glimpse
www.shunya.net/Pictures/NorthIndia/Orchha/Orchha.htm
SOME OF OUR TRUSTED CLIENTELE FOR TRAINING
1.Hindustan Zinc Limited
2.Childline India Foundation
3.World Vision India
4.IDRC
5.IFFDC
6.Rio-Tinto
7.Aravali Institute of Management
8.NABARD
9.Accenture Service Pvt. Ltd.
10.Aga Khan Rural Support Program.
To ensure your participation, we request you to send the nomination
form (Down load the registration form by clicking on the link given
below) and the course fee (non-refundable) by 15th September'08
Click here- http://www.devalt.org/da/isb/tsu/form.htm

VENUE
The training will be held in TARAgram, Appropriate Technology Centre,
Orchha, Madhya Pradesh. TARAgram is a campus set in the rural
environment of Orchha. It is a centre which showcases the Livelihood
models developed by DA in the field of appropriate technology, and
environment.
Participants to the training will be provided a guided tour of the
campus which will enrich the learnings from the class room sessions.

TIPS OF GETTING TO TARAgram
Participants coming by train should take a ticket till Jhansi (UP)
Railway station. From there, TARAgram is 9 kms away. There will be a
pick up facility based on the information provided on the arrival
time.
Route map - how to get to TARAgram from Jhansi Railway Station
http://devalt.org/da/field/map.htm

UP COMING TRAINING PROGRAMMES AT TARAgram

1."Human Resource Development (HRD) – Lifeline for Organizational
Development (OD)" -(25th to 27th September'08)

2."Project Management and Livelihood Interventions" –(02nd -04th
October'08)

3."Solid Waste Management"- (14th to 16th October'08)

ENQUIRIES AND SUGGESTIONS
If you have any queries or suggestions for the training or
nominations, please contact the following:

Madhuban Pandey, Executive - Training
Juhi Nigam, Training Assistant
Jhansi (UP)
Tele. No: - + 91 510 2911 368, +91 972 1754 958, +91 983 9820 689,
E-mail:  tla@...

Bhavana Gadre
Executive Programme Management Unit
New Delhi
Tele. No: 011-26132718
Email Id: bgadre@...

From:
Madhukar Kamble
Email : metal_traders@...

We have 3 Acres of land with electricity and water, 57.2 Kms from Ahmednagar
towards Aurangabad,11.5 Kms from Highway, Motarable Road.

We invite NGOs interested in setting up any land based activity such as
School, Girls Hostel, Ophanage, Women's training institute for Below Poverty
Line, etc. to contact us if interested.

From:
Madhukar Kamble
Email : metal_traders@...
Avbl.: Land for construction of Houses for BPL

We have 20 Acres of prime Highway touch opp MIDC Hingoli which can be
donated for the purpose of construction of houses for the people who are in
Below Poverty Line.
Any charitable institution willing  and capable to get the project done with
the assistance of the Central Grant can contact us.

I have visited your website of Karmayog and found it very informative and
helpful.
I have an older sister age about 65 years.
She is a patient of mental illness since last 30 years.
We wish to keep her in some decent old age home where she gets good care.
I request you to kindly guide me with full name and contact details of such
place in and around Mumbai.
 

Regards,
Mala Swarup.
98213 62128

Hello,

My observations in line

Thanqx.

Jagdeep

>>>

  Re: culture in USA vs. India
Posted
by: "shadi katyalsearch" shadikatyal@...

Sat Aug 30, 2008 11:06 am (PDT) Dear
friends,

I have failed to understand that why in every discussions we try to either
compare ourselves or feel sprior to USA. It is like comparing apples
withoranges except both are fruits.
How many of us do realy know about USA and why do we look down on other
cultures.Is this not lack of respect for human beings of other nations. I am
going to openm a can of worms and let usdiscuss openly our own culture and
face the naked truth.
First I would like to know how do you define Culture what it involves
overalll so that discussion could be open and free and without any
misunderstanding.
e look down on others but we forget our own drawbacks. would one consider
the roaming of holy cows in cities and leaving dung adn flies as part of
culture?

*>>>

Who said roaming of holy cows in cities is our culture.

They roam because of totally lax implementation and misuse and abuse of
laws.

They are holy cows to the extent that they should not be harmed, and there
are enough laws of not allowing animals to roam in our urban areas, like for
stray dogs.

Stray dogs are also being trying to be controlled by authorities, but NGOs
are obstructing them being put down, citing animal rights, so is that our
culture?

>>>*


Would we consider the burning of brides a culture or asking for bigger
dowery?

*>>>

Since when is bride burning, for that matter, the girl child, and asking for
dowry, our culture?

Where is it mentioned?

Honour killings are pevalent else where, how about that?

Rejecting, killing the girl child is also common in other 'cultures',
condemnable as an heinous crime, wherever it happnes.

If it was culture, no such laws against this would have been formulated.

Our culture has saw to it that we understand the basic human rights.

Are priests allowed to abuse children in their parishes, and so on, some
other culture?

Individual happenings, even if on a larger scale, does not mean its part of
culture.

>>>*

would we eve teasing as cutlure?

*>>>

Eve teasers are twisted minds, nothing to do with culture.

>>>*

would we consider infight in families a cultural issue? What about our lack
of simple civic
rules like deficating and urinating or spitting all over part of culture?

*>>>

India has been a mainly rural, agrarian, village based Nation, where the
people go to the fields for nature's call.

So many people have migrated into the urban centres, and the civic
authorities have miserably failed to provide sufficient toilet conveniences,
and where should the people go?

Its not as if the people have good toilets, but yet go out in the open and
voluntarily get humiliated by doing it in the open.

Its not culture, its the miserable failure of the Western concept of
democracy, and lack of any responsibility to provide basic services for the
people.

>>>*


If we wish to discuss others cultures we must know about our own. what about
rudeness in Govt offices and general lack of decency or displine and ethics
of work?

*>>>

The failure of Western style democracy which actually is now a mobocracy.

Nothing to do with culture.

Our culture was more or less a benign, well meaning, forward thinking strong
leader, maybe king, and a like people.

Yatha Raja, Thata Praja

>>>*

the introspection of our own daily life and culture should come before we
keep calling others uncultual people. What do we know about the social
structure of say USA. Had anyone thought that this is anation made of all
immigrants from every corner of the earth and yet it obey laws and lives
peacfully while comparing to our own strife in every part of the nation.
*
>>>

The main thing is obey laws, not because they suddenly become docile and
civic minded, but the laws are enforced.

We have all kinds of laws, but are used, misused, disused, abused.

In effect, no laws.

>>>*

My friends you may no like what I am saying but we must fce thetruth and
than attack anyother nation.
*
>>>

The truth is that India has a long and strong culture, but years of apathy
have diluted it and its on the way out.

Kudos to Jyoti Punwani for her report “Beyond Religion”(STOI 31 Aug). It was a
whiff of fresh air in otherwise suffocated media hype by highlighting 
individual cases of those  Muslim celebrities who are reported to have been
discriminated because of their religion, while Hindu activists  accused them of
fabrication  .Let the people of all religions know that following the icons or
worshipping a diety is beyond one's religious allegiance .There are umpteen
Sheelas, Parmars , Roheras and other Hindus who faithfully visit /follow Haji
Ali, Haji Peer  or Rafiq Shah Baba . There are many Muslims also who equally
worship Lord Ganesh , especially during Ganeshostav. Sai Baba is worshipped by
all communities.

If a few   Muslim celebrities did find it difficult to get accommodation in
Mumbai in a particular society, they should better have introspection for the
likely reasons  other than their religion .  I am a part of  an Housing society
which has  30% Muslims  and rest 70% consist of Hindus and other  communities.
Here we must also accept a difference in fundamentalists. While the Muslim
fundamentalists immediately issue fatwa or boycott of those who worship any
Hindu idol , as it is “Butparasti”; no such boycott is heard  from Hindu
fundamentalists if some one is found worshipping Haji Ali, Haji Peer or Rafiq
Shah or Ajmer Sharif . Now to create positive vibes Jyoti or someone of her ilk,
should point out names of non-Hindus ,if there are any ,who regularly visit
temples. If there are such cases, then please highlight . My appeal to media or
celebrities will be to always encourage   positive and not negative  feedback. .

Mohan Siroya
A- 202,  Manisha Apartments , Church Road, Marol, Mumbai 59 TFX: 28212295

I had posted an email on this group in March 2008, requesting for a job.
Am re-posting the request, since I have not got a response so far.
Am searching for any job now.

Contact: Mrs. Subhedar (mother) at 9322762065 and 25466210

-----------------------------

Application for the post of Mechanical & Piping Draughtsman (CAD Operator) &
Designer

I Mr. Farook. Subhedar wish to apply for the post of Mechanical & Piping
Draughtsman (CAD Operator) & designer.

I have uploaded my CV at
http://www.karmayog.org/redirect/strred.asp?docId=13128 for your reference
and kind consideration.

I would consider myself fortunate if I would get an opportunity to render my
services to your organization.

I will very much appreciate if you consider my application.

Thanking You,

Yours Faithfully,

Farook. Subhedar

WORLD      WITHOUT      WARS

World March for Peace & Non-Violence

Dear Friend,

As you are already aware; one of  Humanist Movement's associates -  an
International Organisation  - World Without Wars - is organizing a World
March for Peace and Non-Violence, which will begin in New Zealand on 2nd
October, 2009 (on  Gandhi Jayanthi Day -  also declared as 'International
Day of Non-Violence' by the United Nation).  The World March will conclude
at the Andes Mountains (Punta de Vacas, Aconcagua) Argentina on 2nd January,
2010.

This will be the first World March ever, to circle the earth calling for an
end of all Wars and Nuclear arms, and  elimination of Violence of all forms.
Some  features of the March are the following:

1.    Continents covered                   :   6
2.    Countries of visit                         :   90
3.    Distance of  journey                  :   99,419 miles(1,60,000
kilometres)
4.    Duration of  March                     :   90 days
5.    Transportation                               :   (a) 40 train trips
(including the trans-siberian)
                                                                     (b) 100
trips by land (four-wheelers like bus and car,
                                                                     2
wheelers or bi-cycles etc)
                                                                     (c)  14
trips by air
                                                                     (d)  25
trips by sea (ship, barge, canoe, etc)
6)    Climates                                         :   The march will
pass through all climates from mild and
                                                                      temperate
  - crossing through Mediterranean,
                                                                     
Continental,
Tropical and desert zones - to polar, from
                                                                      the
Siberian steppes through the Sahara desert and the
                                                                           
Atacama
(the driest desert in  the world) to Antartica.
7)    Seasons                                         :   In 90 days the
March will pass twice through all 4
                                                                     seasons
of the year.
8)    Altitude                                          :   During the
journey the March will climb to altitudes of
                                                                 :   more
than 16,400 feet( 5000 mtrs).
9)    Permanent team                       :   There will be 50 (fifty)
permanent team mrmbers.
10)  Boarder crossings                                :   160
11)  Co-organizing institutions                :   500
12)  Colloborators/institutions  :   3,000
13)  Visits with officials                          :   100
14)  Spiritual centres touched                 :   25
15)  Participants in the tour                             :   1 Million
16)  Virtual participants                           :   10 Million




Before & during the above days of march; it is proposed that in India we
start an Indian  March from Kashmir to Kanyakumari ( .. . a  Great Indian
Peace March .!  )for Harmony, No to violence and for a World Without Wars.
We expect  w all ell known Indian personalities from  fields  such as
Peace, Harmony & Non-Violence and other activities will come forward to
flag-off the March.

The Indian March will coincide with the World March; and will end when the
World Team arrives at Bombay; to give them a rousing Welcome in India.  (We
can also think of sending our Indian Members with the Permanent Team as well
as select few memberswho will accompany them  to the finishing point at
Argentina ! )

It is, therefore, requested that you self postulate yourself - to be in the
National Co-ordination Committee; if this proposal is interesting to you.
Your active participation is invited.

Please e.mail your name (which will be included in the Central Coordination
Committee at National Level) and address with detailed personal information;
like DOB/Age, Profession (and any other information you think will fit this
project such as experience in social work, initiatives taken, present
activities, organizations you are associated with etc); by return mail to
reach before 7th September 2008.  We need to hurry a little bit because it
would be ideal to declare the above Project to the Indian Public & Mass
media on 2nd October 2008 - the Gandhi Jayanthi Day.

We also appeal to you to  forward this Invitation to all your contacts, to
as many as possible irrespective of the fact that they are active or not for
whatever reasons - Humanists, Associations, Collaborators etc.

Also please indicate as to how many people you have repeated this Message.
In case for whatever reason  you are not able to communicate this Invitation
to others among your contacts; you may kindly send us their e.mail address
so that we will put across this Message.

Kindly note, during the period (of the Indian March) we can think of
organizing various programmes to make a large number of population   highly
aware of the March's   main theme, such as :


Friendly meetings of Religious Leaders, Spiritual Leaders and/or Gurus;
Debates among various Political Leaders; Discourses by Masters on differents
themes & subjects; Community Feasts, Harmony Festivals,
Dance/Drama/Orchestra/Documentaries with non-violence, harmony, peace and
world without war etc., themes. Road shows, Village Marches, Run for Peace &
Harmony; Get-together of eminent personalities from the field of Arts &
Literature along with Leaders of various positive ongoing struggles and
other campaigns could be arranged.   We can also think of bringing in to the
limelight many many silent 'Leaders' who are working towards betterment of
the population in various fields by various means in faraway places or nooks
and corners of the country. Campus activities can also be organized with a
view to influence the young leadership of  tomorrows.

To facilitate and implement the above - it is suggested that we create a
'National Co-ordination Committee'. And once again -  you are invited to
join this Committee - by self-proposing your Name. We also seek inputs from
you like ideas, opinions and suggestions on the above; from the point of
view on an  implementation level.

It is irrelevant what is your present status, level or placement now.
Participation would be irrespective of any consideration. The only criteria
and qualification needed is your strong commitment to work for the proposed
march.

Let us make this march a grand success; as we can create a strong impact by
this which will help us in our future activities and beyond 2010.while Silo
will speak again with a new proposal and message to the World !

With best wishes and regards as well as peace, force & joy to all in your
family,

The Humanist Team*
For Indian March for WWW, Peace & Harmony
KASHMIR  TO  KANYAKUMARI
29th August 2008
* This Humanist Team   will  cease to exist and will dissappear ; once the
National Co-ordination Committee is set-up successfully  with  a   National
Coordinator and Executive Members  are selected/elected.

Please reply by E.mail to :  humanists4worldwithoutwars@...

Dear Editor,

Kindly publish the following :

" From Tradition to Innovation" 6-day exhibition at the

Shilpi Kendra, Colaba during 8^th to 13^th September'08

Swayambhar (Self-Reliant) – Nari (Non-formal Action Research Institute) brings  Artisans from interiors of West Bengal as well as other parts of country who would be showcasing and selling handcrafted textiles and various artifacts.

Bengal cotton & silk sarees, Dress Materials, Madhubani paintings, Baluchari, Batik & Block-Printed & many more varieties of hand-woven and hand-embroidered textiles, Jewellery made from jute, terracotta, from over 1000 artisans will be on display.

Venue                        :           Shilpi Kendra,  Colaba

Dates              :           8^th to 13^th Sept'08

Timings         :           10 am to 7 pm

Contact           :           22021521 / 26241102

Warm regards,

Dr Manjula Jagatramka

9321441102

Dear Sir,

This is Sushant Padoor, Project Coordinator of the National Association of
Disabled's Enterprises,

We have our Workshop at Vikhroli, Mumbai (www.nade-india.org), where we provide
training / employment / self-employment opportunities for the disabled , women
in distress, aged people and slow learners.

We wish to set up a Wax Candle Project (the first of its kind in the country)
for the above mentioned people. The cost of the project comes to around Rs. 21
Lakhs. We also want to set up a Handicraft Project costing around Rs. 5 Lakhs.
The names of the donor who would be sponsoring the project would appear on a
name plaque which would be put up at the site of the project.

People who are willing to support our cause may please visit our Workshop at
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISABLED’S ENTERPRISES
Kannamwar Nagar Municipal Marathi School No.1, Ground Floor, Kannamwar Nagar 1,
Vikhroli (East), Mumbai – 400 083.
Tel.: 25779600 / 25779671
E-mail: nade-india@... / info@...
Website: www.nade-india.org

Thanking you

Sushant Padoor
Project Coordinator
The National Association of Disabled's Enterprises
9221351320

Dear Shri Raghunathan,

In my opinion, This is really a very dangerous situation.Hope the
Managing Committee Members are owner-members / associate members of
the society.Please confirm with exact dates of occurrences.

Please also advise number of members in the society & How many are in
favour & also against, to enable us to guide you accordingly with
remedies possible in this situation.

Q-1] whether this Managing Committee is legal?
   Ans: No if challenged within the time limits of assuming office.

Q-2] Whether the decisions taken by this committee would be legal?
   Ans: No but any decision taken, if owner-members then they are
liable for Omissions as well as commissions of their Criminal Acts only.

Q-3] What are the rights of the residents in this situation?
   Ans: Please challenge it either before The Dy.Registrar if there is
a Mis-Management of Funds /Assets of the society & you hold majority
to do so as required per byelaws.

Q-4] Which authority should be approached for setting the situation right?
   Ans: Only best option feasible, is to move the Jurisdictional-
Cooperative Court & follow the directions set out by it.

Thanks & Regards,

  U M PRABHU.
umprabhu@...
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--- In karmayog@yahoogroups.com, Raghunathan Raghunathan
<rightattitudes@...> wrote:
>
> Dear Members,
>
> I live in a Housing Society in Mumbai.  An election was held for the
Managing Committee and members were elected.  They selected mong
themselves President, Secretry and Tresurer.  Then certain residents
of the society, politically powerful, did not allow the committee to
function.  Those who got defeated at the elections also joined these
powerful forces.  The duly elected committee members were threatened,
the staff were man handled,  notice boards were broken and terror was
created.  One by one, the elected members started resigning.  Then the
Managing Committee coopted some other residents into the committee.
Over period more resignations of elected members followed, more copted
members came in and even President and Secretary were coopted.  And
today, there is none on the Managing committee who is an elected
member.  The committee today consists of President and Secretary not
elected by the general body and Treasurer who was defeated at
>  the Elections.  The other members of the committee are also coopted
ones.
>
> In this situatiion, whether this Managing Committee is legal?
> Whether the decisions taken by this committee would be legal?
> What are the rights of the residents in this situation?
> Which authority should be approached for settiing the situation right?
>
> I request Members of Karmayog to please guide.
>
> Raghunathan
>