Know Your District Chairman 2024-25

Prerana Raichur's journey is indeed an inspiring narrative of resilience, adaptability, and a deep commitment to community service. Her life's trajectory, from her early years in Goa to her current role as a leader for Inner Wheel, reflects her dedication and passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Growing up with the values of family virtues and financial prudence instilled by her Doctor parents in a middle-class family, Prerana's educational pursuits in B.Com and Computer Management laid the foundation for her versatile skills. Her decision to be a homemaker, coupled with her engagement in teaching, and later, herinvolvement with Inner Wheel, showcases her multifaceted personality.

Prerana took over leadership as Club President of Inner Wheel Club of Hiranandani Estate in her 3rd year of membership. She executed commendable projects, addressing critical issues like anaemia detection, education, Jaipur Foot, Sanitation and E learning in schools. She taking up various posts at the clublevel she became a Zonal Coordinator in the year 2017-18 and Rural coordinatorin 2018-19.

In 2019, she joined Inner Wheel District 314 team as Editor and has since then climbed the ladder to position of District Chairman for the year 2024-25.

As a District Editor in 2019-20 she presented the District Souvenir 'Golden Tapestry' at the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of District 314.

During 2020-21 as District ISO, Prerana's response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic was innovative. She demonstrated her abilities to turn obstacles into opportunities by organizing online workshops like 'Hastakala' for the Club ISO's . The Inter District 'Baby Quilt' making competition fostered creativity among members. Over 100 baby quilts received from all over India including District 314 were distributed amongst various beneficiaries.

As a District Treasurer and District Secretary she has diligently performed her duties supporting the District Chairmen and learning from them, preparing herself to take on the mantle of District Chairman 2024-25.

As District Vice President, her focus on educational projects, particularly the I am Kalam | am Kalpana"initiative, helped to shape the future by inspiring young minds. The collaborative efforts with Club Correspondents and the range of activities organized reveal her ability to mobilize and motivate a team towards a common goal.

Prerana is married to Rotarian Anil Raichur, a Chemical Engineer and currently Executive Director at Holtec, a Thermal and Nuclear Power Plant equipment company. She is a proud mother to two sons Pratik and Aniruddh and Daughter in laws Geeta and Gauri. The apple of her eye is her young Grand daughter Mihika who is a year and half old. Her 92 year old father completes her family. Her life reflects a balance between professional pursuits and family values, showcasing her as a well-rounded individual.

As District Chairman of the prestigious Inner Wheel District 314, her vision is to execute meaningful projects for the community at large and continue the legacy of service of District 314 for which she is blessed to have a rock solid support from all Inner Wheel Clubs.