Chapter 03

09-Sept-2026: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden in which about 60 members joined. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled as members engrossed for winning dividends. In the health talk Dr Pukhraj Singh Jeji, Sr Consultant Gastroenterology, SHALBY Hospital Mohali, shared the basic importance of healthy gut for healthy Ageing. It refers to the balance and function of digestive tract, which impacts digestion and overall wellness. Frequent bloating, gas or constipation, weight loss or fatigue are signs of unhealthy gut. He advised for fiber foods including fermented foods and…

05-Sept-2026: Teachers Day was celebrated with students of the library, who recognised the importance of this day being celebrated in honour of Dr S Radhakrishnan. Sharing the importance of teacher’s role in imparting knowledge and building a strong career of students, Sh S S Bedi stressed for respecting and admire their teachers. ⁠Some students shared their personal stories & experience with teachers which proved turning points of their lives. ⁠Ms Palwant Kaur addressed with inspiring messages from her long teaching experience and motivated them for working hard to be successful in life. The students thanked for providing best atmosphere in the library and assured…

14-August-2026: Independence Day was symbolically celebrated in the Rose Garden, near library at 10:30 AM, wherein about 35 persons including students of the library joined. Special guests, Mrs Inderpreet Kaur Prince Councilor MC, Ph 3B1 Mohali & Sh Harmanpreet Singh Prince, Social worker, unfurled the flag and saluted along the National Anthem, which the audience also sang with flags in their hands. Some other patriotic songs were also played. Mr Prince gave the message for students and youth to be hard working, stay away from drugs and help in building strong nation. Sh S S Bedi briefed the importance of independence, sacrifices behind…

12-August-2026: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden in which about 55 members joined. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled as members engrossed for winning dividends. In the health talk, Anumeet Bagga, Senior Consultant Cardiac surgery, MAX Hospital Mohali shared the basic points for keeping heart healthy, especially in elderly. She stressed that regular exercises / body movements, balanced diet, maintaining weight, managing stress and good sleep key factors for good heart. She also discussed for handling the patient in emergent cases of heart attack or seizure. Being interactive session,…

10-June-2026: The Chapter’s monthly get together / meeting was held in the Rose Garden Library, Ph-3B1, Mohali, in which about 55 members joined. The members’ favorite Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney which they enjoyed winning dividends. In the health talk, Dr Mahak, DM Nephrology MAX Hospital discussed the important functions of kidneys in our body. Kidneys clean our blood by removing waste and excess water, balance bodily fluids and regulate BP also. To keep them healthy, the take home message was: Eat fresh fruits & vegetables, home-cooked food with low salt, moderate proteins and avoid junk / package food. Being interactive…

11-March-2026: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden in which about 55 members joined. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled as members engrossed for winning dividends. In the health talk, Dr Pradeep Aggarwal MS, Chief Consultant Orthopedic, Shalby Hospital, Mohali discussed specifically issues of knees, hip and shoulder joints. He shared the experience treating five patients for hip surgeries, above the age of 100 years and eldest being 112 years old. The latest technologies and high quality implants make the life much better. Dr Akshay detailed about the…

10-February-2026: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden in which about 65 members joined. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled as members engrossed for winning dividends. In the health talk, Dr Ivan Joshi, DM Gastroenterology, MAX Hospital discussed specifically about Dyspepsia and when to consult doctor. The common symptoms for indigestion are burning in the stomach, bloating or nausea after eating or early fullness. But if the pain persists for long with vomiting or GI bleed and causes breathlessness or weight loss; it becomes alarming symptoms, which must…

10-November-2025: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden in which about 50 members joined. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled as members engrossed for winning dividends. The Cacti plants brought by Sh M S Kohli were also given to members through lucky draw. It being the ‘World Pneumonia Day’ Dr Sonal MD, DM Pulmonology, LIVASA Hospital, specifically kept her talk around pneumonia. It is an infection that flames air sacs in one or both lungs. Symptoms include cough, fever, chills or difficulty in breathing. Bacteria being the common cause…

08-October-2025: The monthly get together / meeting was held in the Library Hall, Rose Garden. The Tambola round conducted by Sh M S Sawhney making it fun-filled. For the health talk Dr Krutika Goel, MD, Oncologist, Consultant MAX Hospital, Mohali, discussed about Cancer types, symptoms, prevention and treatments. Cancer is caused by tobacco, environmental or lifestyle besides hereditary in some cases. She emphasised to check signs like fatigue, lump in area, weight or skin changes etc for early detection and timely treatment. Some related queries were clarified. The Doctor was honoured with memento gift. It being Parkash Purab day of…