Shillong : Round Table India, Shillong, in collaboration with the District Administration, West Garo Hills came forward to provide assistance to the flood affected victims of the plain belt areas of the district today at Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Tura.
Amit Singhania, Chairman of the Round Table India, Shillong has informed that they have contacted Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills, Pravin Bakshi and it was under his guidance that they were able to convert their vision into reality.
He also expressed his gratitude to the National Board Round Table India for providing them the much needed monetary support for this noble cause. Further, he also extended his gratitude to the Marwari Mahila Samiti Shillong, Akhil Bhartiya Mahila Samiti Shillong including friends and family members for their support and their contribution for the noble cause. The relief material comprises of 2000 kgs of chirwa, 40000 packets of ready to eat food materials, 500 cases of mineral water, 2000 pieces of towel, 2000 pieces of vests, 500 sarees, milk for children- 300, 20 boxes of essential medicines and 100 cartons of clothing materials.
Two trucks loaded with relief materials have been handed over to the Block Development Officer, Selsella Community and Rural Development Block, P. R. Sangma to be distributed to the flood affected victims of the district.
It may be mentioned that Round Table India (RTI) is a non-profit organization of young men and the motto is to provide educational infrastructure for the under privileged children and since 1977 Round Table India under Freedom Through Education (FTE) has built 5377 classrooms in 2172 schools with an outlay of Rs. 180 crore impacting the lives of 60 lakh children. (MIPR)
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