Lions Club of Alakode

Lions Club of Alakode in cooperation with Al Salama Eye Hospital Kannur conducted a free Eye Inspection and Cataract Detection camp for the general public. The camp was conducted on 28th January 2017. The camp was inaugurated by Alakode Grama Panchayat President Mrs. Molly Manuel. President Ln. Jameer Jan chaired the meeting. IPP Ln. Ajith Varma, Ln. Rajesh Pulikal and other members were present to assist in orderly conduct of the camp. More than 100 people attended the camp. Eye inspection was done without charge and those requiring cataract operation were identified at the camp and cataract operation will be conducted free of charge.

The first family general body meeting for 2017 was held on 26th January 2017. On this day, Club held the New Year party for the family members. The general body meeting was chaired by President Ln. Jameer Jan. IPP Ln. Ajith Varma gave the Republic Day message. As part of Club's initiative for promoting greener environment, Senior Member Ln. Dr. K. J. Thomas planted a tree sapling at the Lions Compound in Arangam. Club also distributed two tree saplings each to all the 49 members for planting at their home. The family general body celebration was coordinated by Ln. Varghese Chintarmaniyil. As part of the celebration, cake was cut by Club Treasurer Ln. Sabu Pallithara. Games for the family members were led by Ln. Dr. Jaison Elavumkal. Prices were distributed to all the participants. The meeting ended with fellowship and dinner for all.