Dr Rita Kalra takes charge as Rotary District Governor, Renu Chopra installed as 50th President of Rotary Club Chandigarh Midtown

Reflecting the growing role of women in leadership, Rotary Club Chandigarh Midtown (District 3080) witnessed a landmark double installation ceremony, with Dr Rita Kalra assuming office as the District Governor of Rotary International District 3080 and Rtn. Renu Chopra took over as the 50th President of the Club for the Rotary year 2026–27. The ceremony, held at the Chandigarh Judicial Academy, Sector 43, coincided with the Club’s Golden Jubilee year.

Rotary Club Chandigarh Midtown, one of the city’s leading Rotary clubs, has been undertaking impactful service projects across the Tricity region of Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali for the past five decades.

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The function was graced by the Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria as the Chief Guest. Justice Alka Sareen, Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court attended as the Guest of Honour, while Past Rotary International President Rajendra K Saboo was the Special Guest. Senior Rotary leaders, dignitaries and members from across District 3080 were also present on the occasion.

Congratulating the newly installed leaders, Kataria lauded Rotary’s significant contributions in the fields of healthcare, education, skill development, environmental protection and humanitarian service. Appreciating the increasing participation of women in leadership roles, he said that women bring vision, sensitivity and determination to institutions and expressed confidence that the new leadership would further strengthen Rotary’s service initiatives.

Speaking after assuming office as District Governor, Dr Rita Kalra called upon Rotarians to reinforce Rotary’s values of ethical leadership, inclusiveness and meaningful service. She urged members to work collectively on projects that create sustainable change and positively impact communities across the region.

In her acceptance address, Rtn Renu Chopra described it as a privilege to lead Rotary Club Chandigarh Midtown during its Golden Jubilee year. She outlined her vision of expanding the Club’s community outreach through initiatives focused on women empowerment, youth leadership, healthcare, education, environmental sustainability and stronger partnerships with civic institutions across the Tricity.

The ceremony also acknowledged the outstanding contribution of Outgoing President Rtn. Jagwinder Singh Bawa and his Board of Directors for successfully leading the Club during the Rotary year 2025–26. The outgoing team was applauded for strengthening the Club’s service initiatives and enhancing its standing within Rotary International.

The newly elected Board of Directors for the Rotary year 2026–27 also assumed office during the ceremony. The event concluded with the presentation of mementoes to the distinguished guests and a vote of thanks, reaffirming Rotary’s enduring motto, “Service Above Self,” and its commitment to the Rotary International theme for 2026–27, “Create Lasting Impact.”