Ravishankar Dakoju's DHANYAVAD
A Rotary Program to Create Lasting Impact (2026–27)
An Unconditional Salutation to Mother Earth
Inspired by the vision and commitment of Ravishankar Dakoju, DHANYAVAD is a transformative Rotary initiative dedicated to protecting nature, restoring ecological balance, and creating sustainable impact for future generations.
Rotary once transformed global public health through the eradication of Polio. Today, through DHANYAVAD, we come together once again — this time to serve Mother Earth with gratitude, responsibility, and action.
Our Mission
To unite Rotary District in building a greener, kinder, and more sustainable world through impactful environmental and humanitarian initiatives.
3 Powerful Vertical Initiatives
🌱 Environmental Restoration
A large-scale tree plantation initiative focused on restoring green cover, enhancing biodiversity, and combating climate change through community participation and sustainable plantation drives.
Key Focus:
- Native tree plantation
- Urban rural green restoration
- Ecological sustainability
- Community ownership
💧 Water for the Voiceless
Implementation partner:Water for Voiceless
“Compassion Beyond Humanity”
Providing water bowls and hydration support for birds, animals, and other voiceless beings affected by extreme heat and water scarcity.
📚 Tribal Education & Forest Stewardship
Implementation partner: Friends of Tribals Society (FTS)
“Educating Future Guardians of Nature”
Supporting Ekal Vidyalayas and tribal communities through education, environmental awareness, and sustainable forest stewardship.
Objectives:
- Native tree plantation
- Urban rural green restoration
- Ecological sustainability
- Community ownership
Why DHANYAVAD?
DHANYAVAD is not merely a project.
It is a movement of gratitude towards nature and a collective commitment to future generations.
This initiative aims to:
- Restore ecological harmony
- Build environmental awareness
- Inspire compassionate action
- Strengthen community participation
Join the Movement
- Together, let us Learn • Unite • Lead for our Earth.
- Be part of a Rotary movement that creates lasting environmental and humanitarian impact across communities.
- “Polio eradication was Rotary’s gift to humanity — DHANYAVAD will be Rotary’s gift to the Planet.”
- Rotary District 3192
- Let us Unite to Create Lasting Impact • Presidential Message 2026–27