Back to basics

Sometimes,you need to look back to see ahead. Responsibility,service,ethics in business and profession,peace...are not old-fashioned concepts,but vital ingredients that make our society and hold true,more than ever before.

Sometimes,you need to look back to see ahead. Responsibility,service,ethics in business and profession,peace…are not old-fashioned concepts,but vital ingredients that make our society and hold true,more than ever before. And thats the belief and sentiment of John Kenny, who will take over as World President of Rotary International in July this year. A Rotarian since 70,Kenny served Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland as president and vice-president and his theme for the year,The Future of Rotary is in your Hands comes with the conviction that Rotary is a great organization and has the potential to become greater if each Rotarian rises to the challenge and takes responsibility for its future. Like Churchill said,The price of greatness is responsibility.

Talking of which,Kenny asserts the fact that to take on challenges in the future,Rotary must first fulfill the promise of a polio-free world,today,we have given our word and must achieve our goal,working relentlessly so that no one is ever affected by polio. People have confidence in us and thats the driving force, smiles Kenny,who was in the city today. Water,hunger and literacy are key areas that Kenny feels need immediate attention. We can live without oil,but not water. I think water will be an issue of conflict in the future and to provide safe,clean water to those who lack it is vital, Kenny adds that a hunger-free world must not be a dream,but a reality. Education is the key to banishing poverty,especially literacy among girls, Kenny says his faith in Rotarians,need to reach out to people and give something back to society drives him to work relentlessly.

Peace and resolution conflict is an area Rotary International is focussing on,with short and long-term courses introduced by the organization in seven universities. CEOs have forgotten about ethics in business and profession and what the world is facing today is because of their callousness and treating their profession as a business. We need to go back to basics,for when your hands are clean,you serve and are better accepted, Kenny ends on a positive note,we all have the power to make a difference. .

Parul

Parul is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. She is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience specializing in public health, higher education, and the architectural heritage of Northern India. Professional Profile Education: Graduate in Humanities with a specialized focus on Journalism and Mass Communication from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Career Path: She began her career covering local city beats and human interest stories before joining The Indian Express in 2009. Over the last decade and a half, she has risen to the rank of Principal Correspondent, becoming the publication’s primary voice on Chandigarh’s premier medical and academic institutions. Expertise: Her reporting is deeply rooted in the institutional dynamics of PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Panjab University. She is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex administrative bureaucracies to deliver student-centric and patient-centric news. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) Her recent work highlights critical reporting on healthcare infrastructure, academic governance, and urban culture: 1. Public Health & PGIMER "PGIMER expands digital registry: Centralized patient records to reduce wait times by 40%" (Nov 20, 2025): A detailed look at the digital transformation of one of India's busiest medical institutes to tackle patient influx. "Robotic Surgery at PGI: Why the new urology wing is a game-changer for North India" (Oct 12, 2025): Reporting on the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical technology and its impact on affordable healthcare. "Shortage of life-saving drugs: Inside the supply chain crisis at government pharmacies" (Dec 5, 2025): An investigative piece on the logistical hurdles affecting chronic patients in the tri-city area. 2. Education & Institutional Governance "Panjab University Senate Election: The battle for institutional autonomy" (Dec 18, 2025): In-depth coverage of the high-stakes internal elections and the friction between traditional governance and central reforms. "Research funding dip: How PU’s science departments are navigating the 2025 budget cuts" (Nov 5, 2025): An analysis of the fiscal challenges facing researchers and the impact on India's global academic ranking. 3. Art, Culture & Heritage "Le Corbusier’s legacy in peril: The struggle to preserve Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex" (Dec 22, 2025): A feature on the conservation efforts and the tension between urban modernization and UNESCO heritage status. "Chandigarh Art District: How street murals are reclaiming the city’s grey walls" (Oct 30, 2025): A cultural profile of the local artists transforming the aesthetic of the "City Beautiful." Signature Style Parul is known for her empathetic lens, often centering her stories on the individuals affected by policy—whether it is a student navigating university red tape or a patient seeking care. She possesses a unique ability to translate dense administrative notifications into actionable information for the public. Her long-standing beat experience makes her a trusted source for "inside-track" developments within Chandigarh’s most guarded institutions. X (Twitter): @parul_express ... Read More

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