Sungai Petani

 

Lion Hardev Singh, the secretary of the Lions Club of Sungai Petani invited me and my wife, Lucy to attend his club’s installation, held on 26/9/1007. Verbally, he wanted me to be there early so that he could treat me to a northern Indian lunch. Guess what? It was the best tandoori chicken I ever had! The chicken was well marinated in yogurt and spices; fresh from the cylindrical clay oven!

The same evening, Lucy and I reached the venue early. The SP Lions were still preparing for the event while we waited in the waiting room. It was the installation of the 22nd president of the club and Lion Jegadeeson Thavasu was taking that position with his Board of Directors. 

The Officer in Charge of the Police District (OCPD) was the Guest of Honour for the event. I took the opportunity to share with him the Lions' activities and our involvement with them via the M.O.U. signed between the Lions and PDRM at the national level. He was surprised to note what I said. Knowing more about our activities, he was ready to collaborate with the Sungai Petani  Lions for future projects and activities.

My special DG pin for Z3C Lim Bak Soew 

Hardev who had been a secretary for several years, would be elected as President sooner or later with the avowed purpose of rejuvenating the club by bringing in new blood. During the function, I caught up with several old friends including Lion Dr. N.S. Sanan. We reminisced about the good old times we had together. 

Extract of my speech during the event: 

"...With the ever-changing demographics of our communities and society, Lions need to reach out to find newer and more innovative approaches to solve the many challenges. The township of Sungai Petani is expanding and needs more Lions clubs to accomplish most of your goals and continue the legacy of the Lions motto "We Serve".