Diabetes Awareness Seminar

03 Oct 2026

LIONS INTERNATIONAL – DISTRICT 3231 A4 LIONS CLUB OF ULWE GEMS Region 4 | Zone 3 | L.Y. 2026–27 OCTOBER SERVICE WEEK 2026 DIABETES AWARENESS SEMINAR Date: 3rd October 2026, Saturday Venue: Laxmi Public School, Sukapur, Panvel In Association With: BHUKHA NA RAHE KOI Community Service Team – Since 2021 --- PROJECT OVERVIEW As part of October Service Week 2026, a Diabetes Awareness Seminar was organised at Laxmi Public School, Sukapur, Panvel, in association with Bhukha Na Rahe Koi – Community Service Team Since 2021. The seminar was conducted with the objective of creating awareness among students and teachers about diabetes prevention, early detection, healthy nutrition, physical activity and the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle from an early age. BENEFICIARIES 100 Students & Teachers --- DIABETES AWARENESS SESSION The awareness session was conducted by: Lion Dr. Prajakta Sahasane-Korde Lions Club of Ulwe Gems She explained the importance of: - Understanding diabetes and its risk factors - Early detection and regular health screening - Healthy and balanced nutrition - Regular physical activity and exercise - Maintaining a healthy body weight - Avoiding unhealthy lifestyle habits - Preventing long-term complications through timely action The interactive session encouraged students and teachers to become more conscious of their health and to adopt healthy habits in their daily lives. --- PROJECT IMPACT The seminar successfully reached 100 students and teachers, providing them with practical knowledge about diabetes prevention and healthy living. The initiative also reinforced the importance of health awareness at the school level, where students can develop healthy habits that can positively influence their families and communities. The programme reflected the spirit of Bhukha Na Rahe Koi, a community service movement working since 2021 through collaborative service initiatives with Lions Clubs. --- PROJECT COORDINATION PMJF Lion Milind Ramesh Patil Convenor – Bhukha Na Rahe Koi Community Service Team Since 2021 Lions Club of Ulwe Gems Region 4 | Zone 3 | L.Y. 2026–27 --- TOGETHER WE SERVE SERVE WITH UNITY – LEAD WITH DIGNITY