Raj Bhavan, Chennai - News and Events

30 Jun 2010	Lady Governor Smt. Surjit Kaur Barnala today (30.06.2010) launched the ‘Eco Best Practices Project’ by planting a Bheema Bamboo sapling and inaugurated sustainable vegetable cultivation in Raj Bhavan by planting vegetable seedlings. Governor’s daughter Smt. Amrit Sandhu, Governor’s grand daughter Ms.Ayesha Sandhu Barnala and Shri M.B. Nirmal, Founder-President Exnora International were present.
23 Jun 2010	His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Souvenir at the World Classical Tamil Conference held at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Her Excellency Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, President of India received the souvenir. Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr.Kalaignar M.Karunanidhi and other dignitaries were present.
23 Jun 2010	Her Excellency Smt.Pratibha Devisingh Patil, President of India, His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu and Hon'ble Dr.Kalaginar M.Karunanidhi, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu witnessed the Pageantry procession organised on the occasion of the World Classical Tamil Conference at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on 23.06.2010 (evening).
16 Jun 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the website www.kumarihallofhistory.com at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(16.06.2010). . It is about the Hall of History in Kanyakumari. Dr. Kumari Ananthan, Managing Trustee, Gandhi Kamaraj Trust, Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor was present
16 Jun 2010	His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu participated in the 404th Shahidi Divas of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji at Sri Gurudwara Sahib, Chennai today (16.06.2010).
13 Jun 2010	Hon'ble Minister for Higher Education Dr. K. Ponmudy along with Thiru K. Allaudin, I.A.S., Special Officer, World Classical Tamil Conference and Thiru K. Ganesan, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Government, Higher Education Department presented the invitation for the World Classical Tamil Conference to His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (13.06.2010).
12 Jun 2010	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated 'Youth to Business Forum 2010' and addressed the gathering at the function at Chennai today (12.06.2010). Thiru Advyit Varma President, AIESEC, Chennai presented a bouquet and a memento to the Governor. Shri Rajeev Ranjan, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Govt. Industries Deptt. Govt. of Tamil Nadu delivered the keynote address.
09 Jun 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu handed over the Warrant of Appointment and administered the oath of office to the new Chief Justice of the Madras High Court Thiru Justice M.Yusuf Eqbal in the presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunandihi at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (11.06.2010). Shri K.S. Sripathi, I.A.S., Chief Secretary to Government was present.
09 Jun 2010	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the YONEX-SUNRISE INDIA GRAND PRIX GOLD 2010 Badminton tournament at Chennai today(09.06.2010). Shri Hemant Sinha, I.A.S., President, Tamil Nadu Badminton Association, Thiru Ashok Bajaj, organsing Secretary, TNBA and Thiru Satyabrata Sahoo, I.A.S., Member Secretary, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu were present. His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the YONEX-SUNRISE INDIA GRAND PRIX GOLD 2010 Badminton tournament and blessed the Indian Top Players Saina Nehwal and Chetan Anand at Chennai today (09.06.2010).
08 Jun 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented Awards and Degrees to the students at the Annual Convocation of Indian Institute of Planning and Management (IIPM) at Chennai today (08.06.2010). Mr. Vladimir V. Mariy, Director-Russian Centre for Science & Culture, Chennai, Prof. Krishnan, Dean(Academis), IIPM Chennai, Dr. R.T. Sababapathy Mohan, Vice-Chancellor, Manonmaniam Sundaranar Univesity, Tirunelveli and Thiru Jawahar Vedivelu, Vice-President, SICCI were present.
01 Jun 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the Census 2011 - House listing and National Population Register schedules canvassing operations in Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (01.06.2010) by providing the family details. Thiru S. Gopalakrishnan, I.A.S., Director of Census Operations, Tamil Nadu, Dr. N. Sundaradevan, I.A.S., State Co-ordinator and Principal Secretary / Commissioner for Revenue Administration, Thiru Rajesh Lakhoni, I.A.S., Commissioner, Corporation of Chennai and Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present.
31 May 2010	His Excellency Shri M.Hamid Ansari, Vice President of India, inaugurated the Herbal Garden at Raj Bhavan, Chennai on (31.05.2010). His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri Jasjit Singh Barnala, Governor's Son, Thiru Rameshram Mishra I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor and other dignitaries were present.
	His Excellency Shri M.Hamid Ansari, Vice President of India released the English Version of the Important Literary Works of the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr.Kalaignar M.Karunanidhi at Chennai today (31.05.2010). His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu received the books. Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr.Kalaignar, Hon'ble Union Minister for Law & Justice Shri M.Veerappa Moily and other dignitaries were present.
	His Excellency Shri. Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu received His Excellency Shri M. Hamid Ansari, Vice-President of India at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (31.05.2010).
28 May 2010	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the book 'Glimpses of Kerala Culture' authored by Princess Gauri Lakshmi Bayi at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (28.05.2010). Ms.Kanimozhi M.P., received the first copy. Thiru P.K.R.Nair, Konark Publications, Princess Gauri Lakshmi Bayi and Prince Marthanda Varma were present.
26 May 2010	Thiru K. Gnanadesikan, I.A.S., who has assumed office as Principal Secretary to Government, Home, Prohibition and Excise Department, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(26.05.2010). The meeting was a courtesy call.
25 May 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu hosted High Tea in honour of Shri Viswanathan Anand, FIDE World Chess Champion at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (25.05.2010). Viswanathan Anand's Wife Smt. Aruna Anand, Governor’s Grand-daughters Ms. Ayesha Sandhu & Ms. Sahib and Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present.
20 May 2010	Taiwanese Poet Dr. Yu Hsi called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (20.05.2010). The Governor presented a shawl and a memento to him. Dr Justice S. Mohan, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India & President, World Congress of Poets, Dr. P. Mannar Jawahar, Vice-Chancellor, Anna University Chennai, Kaviperarasu Shri Vairamuthu, Shri Siddarth Subramanian, Thiru K.Vivekanandan, Deputy Secretary to Governor and other dignitaries were present.
19 May 2010	His Excellency Thiru Iqbal Singh, Lt. Governor of Puducherry called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai (19.05.2010). The meeting was a courtesy call.
14 May 2010	Dr. K. Karunakaran, who has been appointed as Vice-Chancellor, Anna University Coimbatore called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnla, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (14.05.2010) and got his blessings.
13 May 2010	Selvi K. Masha Nazeem, XIIth Std student of Vidhyaa Vikas Girls Higher Sec. School, Tiruchencode, Namakkal District called on His Excellency Thiru. Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (13.05.2010) and got his blessings on selection by Govt. of Tamil Nadu for a 10 day study tour to Japan commencing from 2nd June 2010. The Governor congratulated Selvi Masha on her achievements and wished her all success.
09 May 2010	Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai on 09.05.2010. Thiru Gaganjit Singh Barnala, Governor's son was present. This meeting was a courtesy call.
05 May 2010	Shri R.S. Rangarajan, IA&AS, who has assumed office as Principal Accountant General (Accounts & Entitlements), Tamil Nadu called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (05.05.2010). The meeting was a courtesy call.
03 May 2010	His Excellency Thiru E.S.L. Narasimhan, Governor of Andhra Pradesh who is on a visit to Chennai called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (03.05.2010). The meeting was a courtesy call.
29 Apr 2010	Artist Raja Ravi Varma’s 162nd Birth Anniversary Celebrations was held at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (29.04.2010). His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu unveiled the portrait of Artist Raja Ravi Varma. Earlier in the morning Thiru Barnala painted the ‘master stroke’ for this portrait of Raja Ravi Varma. The portrait was completed by four upcoming artists Ms.Ayesha Sandhu, N.Murugan, K.Ravi and K.Seeralan under the supervision of Dr.Sirpi N.Jayaraman, Principal, Bharathiyar Palkalai Koodam, Puducherry. The Governor distributed shield and prizes to the winners of drawing competitions of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Thiru K.V.Giridhar, Director, South Zone Cultural Centre and Thriu Vallinarayanan Valli Art Gallery were present.
28 Apr 2010	Mr. Nikolay A. Listopadov who assumed office as Consul General of Russian Federation in Chennai called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(28.04.2010). The Governor presented a shawl and a Memento to the Consul General. Thiru Jasjit Singh Barnala, Governor’s son was present. The meeting was a courtesy call.
20 Apr 2010	Mr.Calvin EU, High Commissioner of Singapore to India called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (20.04.2010). Mr. Ajit Singh , Singapore Consul General in Chennai, Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present. The meeting was a courtesy call.
17 Apr 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Free Medical Camp for Women & Children of Raj Bhavan Staff conducted by Directorate of Medical Education at Raj Bhavan Chennai today (17.04.2010). Dr. S. Vinayagam, Director, Medical Education, Dr. Subramaniyam, Professor of Pediatrics,Dr. Jaya, Professor of Institute of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Govt. Hospital for Women & Children, Egmore and others were present.
01 Apr 2010	Lt. Gen. BK. Chengapa, AVSM who assumed office as General Officer Commanding, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & Kerala Area called on His Excellency Thiru. Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(01.04.2010).
29 Mar 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the Chennai Foodbank's Mega Distribution of 3 Lakh Meals by distributing Rice Bags to Ramakrishna Mission Students Home, National Association for the Blind and The Children Garden School. Thiru Nirmal Nahar, Chairman & Managing Director, Chennai Foodbank was present.
21 Mar 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated and visited the Eye Camp conducted by Sankara Nethralaya. The eye camp was organised by Utkal Association at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(21.03.2010). Dr.S.S.Badrinath, Chairman Emeritus, Sankara Nethralaya, Thiru S.Velumani, Chairman, Ennore Port Ltd.,Thiru K.K.Jena, President, Utkal Association and Thiru Ramsehram Mishra I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present.
03 Mar 2010	NSS Volunteers from North Eastern States are on a visit to Chennai from 1-10 March, 2010 under Interstate Youth Exchange and Home Stay Programme organised by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development(RGNIYD). The NSS Volunteers called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (09.03.2010) and interacted with His Excellency and presented momento. Thiru C.R. Kesavan, Vice-President, RGNIYD was present.
03 Mar 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inagurated the Mobile Clinic of Regenboog India Foundation, Thiruvannamalai at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (09.03.2010) . Ms. Erika Jansen, Founder & Vice-President, Stiching Medische Kampen Inida, Holland was present. 'Regenboog India Foundation’ is supported by “Medische Kampen India ”, Holland in providing rural healthcare to the people and it is its partner organization.
26 Feb 2010	About 18 Male Children on “Educational Tour - Operation Sadbhavana” from Kashmir Valley visited Raj Bhavan Chennai today(26.02.2010). His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu interacted with the students. The Governor presented his book (English and Urdu version) “My Other Two Daughters".
23 Feb 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu distributed Rajyapuraskar Awards to the Scouts and Guides at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.02.2010). Hon'ble Minister for School Education Thiru Thangam Thennarasu and Thiru M. Kutralingam, I.A.S.,Principal Secretary, School Education Deptt. were present.
19 Feb 2010	14 Youth Leaders from the "22nd Ship for World Youth Delegation" representing 13 countries ( including Japan, Australia, Bahrain, Ecuador, Egypt, Kenya, Oman, Sri Lanka, Turkey, UAE, India and Yemen called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan , Chennai today (19.02.2010). The Youth Leaders interacted with the Governor . Thiru C.R. Kesavan, Vice President, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute for Youth Development (RGNIYD), Thiru Michael Vetha Siromony, I.A.S., Director, RGNIYD and Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present.
15 Feb 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presided over the Executive Body and General Body Meeting at Darbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (15.02.2010). The Governor presented Young Talent Award to 12 Young Artists of Puducherry and Karnataka. A Certificate, Medal and Rs. 10,000 Cheque was presented to the young talent artists. The Governnor released the book "Folk Arts of Karnataka" authored by Dr. Chakkere Shiva Shankar and published by SZCC, Thanjavur. Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor and Thiru K.V. Giridhar, I.F.S., Director, South Zone Cultural Centre were present.
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the Silver Sonnets & Silver Art Jewellery Collections of Sukra Jewellery specially designed and crafted for Charity at Chennai today (15.02.2010). The Governor presented the Art Jewel in which His Excellency's painting(Golden Temple, Amritsar) was incorporated to the highest bidder Smt. Lalitha Lakshmi Shanmugam (W/o, Thiru A.C. Shanmugam). Nawab Mohamed Abdul Ali, Prince of Arcot, Thiru Kalkiraju and Thiru Nithin Kalki Raju Sukra Jewellery were present.
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu called on Thiru Vayalar Ravi, Hon’ble Union Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs at Madras Medical Mission, Chennai today (15.02.2010). The Governor enquired about his health and wished him a speedy recovery. Governor’s Son Thiru Gaganjit Singh Barnala was present.
13 Feb 2010	Mr. Grant Woodhams, M.L.A., Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia and delegates called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (13.02.2010). The Governor presented a shawl and a momento to him and a shawl to Mrs. Gabrielle, wife of Mr. Grant Woodhams. Thiru Gaganjit Singh, Governor's Son and Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor were present.The meeting was a courtesy call.
12 Feb 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the 63rd Indian Dental Conference 2010 at Chennai today(12.02.2010). The Governor released the souvenir and honoured the Veteran Dentists. Hon'ble Brig. Dr. Anil Kohli, President, Dental Council of India, Lt. Gen. Dr. Paramjit Singh, President, Indian Dental Association, Dr. S.M. Balaji, Organising Chairman, Dr. L.Krishnaprasad, President-Elect, IDA and other dignitaries were present.
02 Feb 2010	21 NSS Volunters(11 Boys & 10 Girls)from Tamil Nadu & Puducherry who had participated in the Republic Day Parade 2010 at New Delhi called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(02.02.2010). They shared their experience with the Governor and interacted with him. Thiru G.P. Sajith Babu, Youth Officer and Head, NSS Regional Centre, Chennai, Prof Jaya Baskaran Charles, Director of Collegiate Education, Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor and other officials were present.
	Thiru K.V.Giridhar, I.F.S., Director, South Zone Cultural Centre met His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (2.2.2010) and showed the trophy and certificate. The Governor congratulated the Director, SZCC for the excellent performance and appreciated the South Zone Cultural Centre for winning the first prize. Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor was present.
	NCC cadets who had participated in the Republic Day Parade held in New Delhi called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (02.02.2010). They shared their experience with the Governor and interacted with him. Cmde Sartaj Imam, Deputy Director General NCC, Thiru Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Governor and other officers were present.
27 Jan 2010	Thiru. Rameshram Mishra, I.A.S., assumed office as Principal Secretary to the Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (27.01.2010). Previously he was the Principal Secretary / Chairman and Managing Director of Tamil Nadu Salt Corporation Limited. He got the blessings of His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu.
26 Jan 2010	His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu placed a wreath in honour of Martyrs at the War Memorial at Chennai today (26.01.2010). His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu unfurled the National Flag and took salute at the Republic Day Celebrations held at Marina at Chennai today ( 26.01.2010). Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Dr. M. Karunanidhi was present. His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu, witnessed procession of floats at the Republic Day celebrations held at Marina, Chennai today (26.01.2010). Smt. Surjit Kaur, Madam Governor and Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Dr. M. Karunanidhi were present.
24 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu delivered Valedictory address at the Vaedicotry Session of 'The Partnership Summit 2010' organised by CII at Chennai today(24.01.2010). Hon'ble Third Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Internal Affairs of Uganda, Mr. Kirunda Kivejinja, Hon'ble Union Minister for Shipping, Govt. of India Thiru G.K. Vasan, Thiru R. Seshayee, Managing Director, Ashok Leyland, Thiru C.R. Swaminathan, Chairman, CII Southern Region, Thiru Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII, Thiru Surjit Haridas, Regional Director and CII Southern Region were present.
24 Jan 2010	Dadi Janki Head of Brahma Kumaris met His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today ( 24.01.2010). Madam Governor Smt.Surjit Kaur was present. His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu addressed at the launch of 'The Future of Power' project in Tamil Nadu organised by Brahma Kumaris at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (24.01.2010). Dadi Janki, Head of Brahma Kumaris and other dignitaries were present.
19 Jan 2010	Mr. Jacques Valade, Roving Ambassador of France for Asia called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(19.01.2010). The Governor presented a shawl and a memento to the Ambassador. Mr. Pierre Fournier, Consul General of France and Smt. Kausalya Devi, Honorary Consul of France were present. The meeting was a courtesy call.
15 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated ' Bonjour India' - Festival of France at Chennai Today(15.01.2010). Consul General of France Mr.Pierre Fouriner was present.
12 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala,Governor of Tamil Nadu released the DVD "The Man who Knew Ramanujan" the programme held at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (12.01.2010). Dr. Isaignani Ilayaraaja recived the first copy. Prof. Dr. Srinivasa S.R. Varadhan, New York University, Prof. Dr. C.S. Seshadri, Founder Director, Chennai Mathematical Institute, Dr. Kannan Srinivasan, Son of Late P.K. Srinivasan and Thiru Hans Raj Verma, I.A.S., Secretary to Governor were present.
08 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the seminar on "Technology Revolution - Youth's Perspective" Jointly organised by Developers India(D.I.) and Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development(RGNIYD)and deliverd inaugural address at Chennai today (08.01.2009). Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, US Consul General, Thiru C.R. Kesavan, Vice-President, RGNIYD, Thiru P. Micheal Vetha Siromony, I.A.S., Director, RGNIYD, Thiru Ravi Prakash Khemka, President, D.I., Thiru Harbhajan Singh, Founder-Secretary & Convenor, D.I. and other dignitaries were present.
06 Jan 2010	His Excellency Dr. Tonio Borg, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malta called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan today (06.01.2010). The Governor presented a shawl and a momento to His Excellency the Deputy Prime Minister of Malta.
02 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented the Rolling Trophy to Madras Central Wilson Ambulance Division for being the Best Ambulance Division in 2008-2009 at the St. John Ambulance Annual Conference in Chennai today (02.01.2010). Justice Dr. S. Mohan, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India and Shri N. Sugalchand Jain, Vice-Chairman, St. John Ambulance were present.
02 Jan 2010	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the souvenir at the Annual Conference of St. John Ambulance at Chennai today (02.01.2010). The Governor presented Citation to Dr. Malathi Sathiyasekaran, Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Kanchi Kamakoti Child Trust Hospital for her dedicated service. Justice Dr. S. Mohan, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India and Shri N. Sugalchand Jain, Vice-Chairman, St. John Ambulance were present.