RAGFP INDIA CHAPTER 

About Rotary Action Group for Peace (RAGFP)

The Rotary Action Group for Peace (RAGFP) is a global community of peacebuilders dedicated to advancing peace through Rotary’s vast network. Formed as an official, non-political, and independent body, RAGFP supports the Rotary mission of promoting peace, conflict resolution, and understanding worldwide.

RAGFP offers tools, education, and a network to Rotarians and clubs interested in initiating and sustaining peace projects. It collaborates with peace organizations, promotes the Rotary Peace Fellowships, and encourages grassroots initiatives through Peacebuilder Clubs.

From Peace Poles to Positive Peace Training, RAGFP builds synergy between action and advocacy. Members receive access to expert speaker series, peace-building resources, and global partnerships.

About RAGFP India Chapter

Launched in March 2024, the Rotary Action Group for Peace (RAGFP) India Chapter is a vibrant extension of the global RAGFP movement, created to localize peacebuilding efforts across India’s diverse cultural, social, and linguistic landscape. The Chapter was founded by Rtn. Smita Vikhankar of Rotary Club of Pune Hillside, RID 3131, who serves as its Founder Chair, bringing together passionate Rotarians and volunteers committed to building peace one step at a time.

In the short span since its launch, RAGFP India has:

• Initiated over 40 Peacebuilder Clubs across districts
• Organized youth summits, speaker sessions, peace education workshops, and awareness campaigns
• Installed Peace Poles, Peace Towers, Benches, and Peace Gardens across India
• Hosted international speakers from Rotary and beyond to educate, engage, and empower
• Collaborated with schools, colleges, NGOs, and interfaith leaders for dialogue and action
  
  

RAGFP India is not just a chapter—it’s a movement led by passionate Rotarians and volunteers who believe in building peace one step at a time.

First In-Person Board Meeting of the RAGFP India Chapter

The first in-person Board Meeting of the India Chapter was held at PYC Pune on 7th July 2025. This meeting was graced by several RID 3131 District Leaders.

While the Chapter deliberated on their planned discussion on strategic planning for the chapter, DG Santosh Marathe graced them with his presence and applauded their efforts in peace. Later, RID 3131 Peace Fellow Dr. Milind Pande briefed the group on his peace initiatives after his peace scholarship at the Rotary Peace Institute.

Post lunch, PDG Manju Phadke came over and gave insights on the Symbiosis Peace University. She was joined by the RID 3131 District Peace Team led by Peace Director Rtn. Vijay Raikar and his team. President Rajendra Mahetre of RCP Hillside and his club visited the group to felicitate the members and present the club flags.

The India Chapter members from Chennai, Jaipur, Bhubaneswar, Thane, and Bareilly had wonderful interactions with RID 3131 and carried beautiful memories from the event.

How to Join the RAGFP India Chapter

Become a part of India’s growing network of peacebuilders through the Rotary Action Group for Peace India Chapter. Follow these simple steps:

Steps to Join:

1. Visit: www.rotaryactiongroupforpeace.org
2. Click on the “Join Us” option from the top menu.
3. Fill in your details and complete the payment to become an international RAGFP member.
4. Once done, please fill the RAGFP India Chapter google form and attach the relevant screenshot. You will be shortly contacted.

For more updates or to get involved:

ragfp.india@gmail.com

www.rotaryactiongroupforpeace.org