Active Friends Group Bhopal: Dr. Rajiv Jain Elected President, Ushering in a New Era

Active Friends Group Bhopal: Dr. Rajiv Jain Elected President, Ushering in a New Era

The 'Active Friends Group, Bhopal', a symbol of friendship and affection, convened a historic event on Friday, August 15, 2026, at Hotel Shubh Inn, MLA Rest House, to constitute its new executive committee. The occasion bid a heartfelt farewell to the outgoing executive body and heralded a new era for the organization with the appointment of Dr. Rajiv Jain as President and Pramod Sharma as General Secretary.

Established in 2012 by a group of friends, the organization now unites approximately 600 alumni from various universities and colleges in Bhopal on a single platform. This includes former student leaders and distinguished citizens of society. The group organizes year-round events as per its annual calendar, encompassing social, religious, sports, cultural, patriotic, environmental, public awareness, health camps, and friendship-related activities.

These events serve as a platform for members to reminisce about old times and strengthen their mutual bonds. This tradition not only provides emotional connection for members but also nurtures a sense of collective consciousness and social responsibility.

Farewell to Outgoing Team, Appreciation for Excellence

During the appreciation ceremony, the tenure of the outgoing executive committee was specially lauded. The contributions of the entire team, including Patron and Founder Member former minister Deepak Joshi, Convener Mohammad Tariq, President Payoj Joshi, General Secretary Rajkumar Srivastava, Treasurer Nitin Lohani, and Women President Aradhana Sanjar, were remembered.

Speakers stated that this team had propelled the 'Active Friends Group' to new heights during its tenure and successfully managed the organization's activities. They particularly praised the leadership and guidance of Deepak Joshi, who strengthened the organization's foundation and propelled it forward. The presidential term of Payoj Joshi and the work of Rajkumar Srivastava as General Secretary, who made numerous events successful, were also discussed in detail.

Various programs organized by the outgoing team, such as health camps, aided the needy, while environmental awareness campaigns attempted to bring positive change in society. Cultural and patriotic programs strengthened unity and national spirit among members. The entire outgoing executive was commended for all these initiatives, and their dedication was saluted.

Formation of New Executive Committee and Future Direction

With the announcement of the new executive committee, the future roadmap of the organization also became clear. In the newly constituted executive, Mohammad Tariq will serve as Convener, Dr. Rajiv Jain as President, and Pramod Sharma as General Secretary.

Tribhuvan Mishra, Ramu Shrivas, Brajesh Shukla, Raju Upadhyay, Anita Arya, and Purva Rai will assume charge as Vice Presidents. For the position of Secretary, Maan Singh, Anil Srivastava, Neelima Tiwari, and Rachna David have been appointed. Rajkumar Srivastava has been made Organization Minister and Nitin Daga will be the Treasurer.

Mrs. Shashi Soni will be the President of the Women's Cell, while Ankit Sharma will head the Youth Cell, with Suryakant Chaturvedi as its General Secretary. A patron board and other executive members have also been constituted.

This new team includes members from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who will play a significant role in providing new direction to the organization and expanding its activities. The large number of Vice Presidents and Secretaries indicates an effort to actively involve more and more members in the organization.

President Dr. Rajiv Jain's Vision: Strengthening Relationships and Social Service

In his first address after assuming the presidency, Dr. Rajiv Jain underscored the importance of friendship. He stated, "I am sincerely grateful for the responsibility you all have entrusted to me today. This is not just a group, but our memories and our identity. Friendship is not just about giving one's life, but about companionship. Active Friends means exactly this – standing together through all joys and sorrows."

His words reflected a deep commitment to the core principles of the organization. He praised the efforts of the outgoing team, stating that the social, cultural, literary, environmental, sports, and patriotic programs organized by them are a source of inspiration for the future.

Dr. Jain made some key promises along with the new team, including further strengthening relationships, connecting old and new friends, promoting social service, including more good work in the annual calendar, and taking this tradition forward by engaging youth. Emphasis was also placed on promoting traditional sports.

Dr. Jain stated, "Our promise is that we possess the skill to connect hearts. Together, we will take this group to greater heights." He emphasized that the main objective of the new executive committee would be to deepen personal relationships among the organization's members, while also actively fulfilling their responsibilities towards society.

His goal of engaging youth is particularly important as it will ensure the organization's continuity and future progress. His idea of promoting traditional sports will inspire members to adopt a healthy lifestyle and stay connected with their cultural heritage.

Members' Enthusiasm and Commitment to the Future

A large number of members, dignitaries, and well-wishers participated in the program. All congratulated and extended best wishes to the newly elected officials. Members pledged with the new officials to take the organization further forward.

This event marked the beginning of a new chapter for the 'Active Friends Group, Bhopal', moving forward to further strengthen the bond of friendship and fulfill social obligations. The attending members expressed their full support for the goals of the new executive committee and pledged to work together to take the organization to new heights. This solidarity reflects the spirit of the 'Active Friends Group', where all members are connected like a family and committed to collective progress.