MEGA UMBRELLA DISTRIBUTION DRIVE

05 Aug 2026

🦁 LIONS INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 3231 A4 | LIONS YEAR 2026–27 MEGA UMBRELLA DISTRIBUTION DRIVE “Together We Serve • Together We Care” The Mega Umbrella Distribution Drive was a major community service initiative undertaken under the “Bhukha Na Rahe Koi” Community Service Team, with the objective of providing protection from the monsoon to people and communities in need. The programme brought together Lions Clubs across District 3231 A4 in a spirit of service, collaboration and collective action. The official programme communication identifies Lions Club of Ulwe Gems as the Lead Club and the initiative as being conducted in association with the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team, active since 2021. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 📌 PROJECT DETAILS Particular Details Project Mega Umbrella Distribution Drive District Lions International District 3231 A4 Lions Year 2026–27 Date 5 August 2026 Time 6:00 PM Venue Navi Mumbai Sports Association, Vashi, Navi Mumbai Lead Club Lions Club of Ulwe Gems Initiative Bhukha Na Rahe Koi – Community Service Team Umbrellas Distributed 1,300 Participating Clubs 32 Lions Clubs Project Cost ₹2,25,000/- Project Convenor PMJF Lion Dr. Milind Patil Core Team District & Community Service Team members The programme was scheduled for 5 August 2026 at 6:00 PM at Navi Mumbai Sports Association, Vashi. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 🎯 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT The primary objective was to provide quality umbrellas to people requiring protection during the monsoon season, particularly underserved communities. The project aimed to: Provide immediate relief during the rainy season. Support economically weaker sections of society. Encourage Lions Clubs to participate collectively in large-scale service. Strengthen inter-club cooperation within District 3231 A4. Demonstrate the Lions commitment to community welfare and humanitarian service. Create a scalable model for future Mega Service Projects. 🌂 PROJECT ACHIEVEMENT 1,300 UMBRELLAS DISTRIBUTED The Mega Umbrella Distribution Drive successfully achieved a large-scale distribution of 1,300 umbrellas, making it one of the significant community-service initiatives of the Lions Year 2026–27. With 32 Lions Clubs participating, the project demonstrated how collective participation can transform an individual club initiative into a District-level service movement. ₹2.25 LAKH SERVICE INVESTMENT A total project expenditure of approximately ₹2,25,000/- was utilised for the umbrella distribution initiative. This represents an average service value of approximately ₹173 per umbrella, demonstrating effective utilisation of resources for direct community benefit. 🤝 COLLECTIVE LIONS PARTICIPATION The project was supported by 32 Lions Clubs, including: Lions Club of Ulwe Gems – Lead Club Lions Club of NPST Lions Club of Khopoli Lions Club of NM Agri Koli Lions Club of Uran Lions Club of NM Platinum Lions Club of New Bombay CBD Lions Club of Uran Gold Lions Club of Uran Wejkar College Campus Lions Club of Dronagiri Lions Club of Panvel Ratna Lions Club of NRI Lions Club of Nagothane Lions Club of Roha Lions Club of Kolad Roha Lions Club of Panvel Pen Pride Lions Club of Vashi Ruby Lions Club of Panvel Sargam Lions Club of Murud Janjira Lions Club of Poynad Lions Club of Mangaon Lions Club of Nagaon Lions Club of Mahad Lions Club of Shribag Centennial Lions Club of Kamothe Lions Club of Palm Beach Oceanic Lions Club of Vashi Gold Lions Club of Panvel Lions Club of Kharghar Kopra Lions Club of Neral Stars The official communication lists the participating/supporting clubs and identifies Lions Club of Ulwe Gems as the Lead Club. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 👥 CORE TEAM The Mega Umbrella Distribution Drive was supported by a dedicated Core Team representing different areas of Lions service. Project Convenor PMJF Lion Dr. Milind Patil Convenor – Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Core Team Members PMJF Lion Ramakant Mhatre – GST Coordinator, Region II MJF Lion Vijay Patil – District Coordinator – Sports PMJF Lion Anoop Tharwani – District Coordinator – Diabetes PMJF Lion Pradeep Bhattacharya – District Chairperson, Old Age Home (Pragya Sadan) MJF Lion Sandeep Mhatre – Mission Aadhar MJF Lion Jyoti Narvekar Lion Rajesh Kumar – District Chairperson, Child Education Support The programme artwork identifies PMJF Lion Dr. Milind Patil as Convenor and presents the above Lions as members of the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Core Team. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 🌟 LEADERSHIP & DISTRICT SUPPORT The programme was conducted under the leadership and presence of senior Lions leaders of District 3231 A4. Chief Guest PMJF Lion Pravin Sarnaik District Governor Guests of Honour PMJF Lion Vijay Ganatra 1st Vice District Governor PMJF Lion Dr. Namita Mishra 2nd Vice District Governor Special Invitee MJF Lion Mukesh Taneja Past District Governor The official programme material identifies these district leaders in the respective roles. � IMG-20260802-WA0172.jpg 💙 IMPACT OF THE PROJECT The project created impact at multiple levels: Community Impact 1,300 individuals/families received umbrellas to help them cope with the monsoon. Lions Impact Participation by 32 Clubs created a strong platform for inter-club cooperation. Leadership Impact The project provided Lions leaders and members an opportunity to work together on a common humanitarian objective. Sustainability Impact The success of the project demonstrates the potential of the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team to undertake larger, multi-club service initiatives. 📊 PROJECT AT A GLANCE 🌂 1,300 — Umbrellas Distributed 🏢 32 — Lions Clubs Participated 💰 ₹2,25,000/- — Project Cost 🦁 1 — Lead Club: Lions Club of Ulwe Gems 📅 5 August 2026 — Programme Date 📍 Vashi, Navi Mumbai — Programme Venue 🤝 District 3231 A4 — District-wide Collaboration 🙏 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The success of the Mega Umbrella Distribution Drive was made possible through the collective commitment, contribution and cooperation of the participating Lions Clubs, District leadership, Core Team members and every Lion who supported the initiative. Special appreciation goes to Lions Club of Ulwe Gems, the Lead Club, and the Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team for bringing multiple Lions Clubs together for a common humanitarian cause. This project truly reflects the Lions spirit: “WE SERVE” Together We Serve • Together We Care • Together We Make a Difference