VISITORS AND THEIR IMPRESSIONS

Visitor     :    Sri Ratan Bali

                         Chief of Commercial,

                   Air India Express.

Date       :    17.07.2008

IMPRESSIONS:

It was very interesting and a pleasure to have a healthy interaction with the members of the Chamber as well as the press.  Indeed, It was very cordial and friendly. 

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[ Ratan Bali ]

Visitor     :    Sri S. G. Rathi

                         Chief Manager, RLF, Bank of Baroda, Bangalore.

Date       :    07.07.2008

IMPRESSIONS:

I am very much pleased to have the positive interest and support given by the Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Mangalore.  The composite loan factory Mangalore  will be able to provide yeoman services to the society of Mangalore and Udupi Districts.

We welcome the viable proposals from the prospective entrepreneurs. 

Thanking you very much for your active support and for the chance to present the loan factory products.

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[ S. G. Rathi]

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Visitor     :    Sri M. Ajit Kumar, IRS

                         Commissioner of Central Excise, Mangalore. 

Date       :    10.07.2008

IMPRESSIONS:

I had a very pleasent and educative interaction with the learned members of the Chamber today.  I was impressed by the dedication of the office-bearers and I wish them and their members greater success in the years to come.

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[ M. Ajit Kumar]

Important letters received / Representations made by KCCI

Ref. No. 095                                                                                 2nd June, 2008

Sri J. Krishna Palemar,

Hon’ble Minister in the Cabinet of Sri B. S. Yediyoorappa,

Hon’ble Chief Minister of  Karnataka, Mangalore.

Respected Sir,

We are extremely happy that you have been elected as the Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly from the Mangalore North constituency and inducted as Honourable Cabinet Minister by Shri B. S. Yediyoorappa, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka.

On this happy occasion, on behalf of all Members of the Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Office Bearers and Directors of the Board and on my own behalf I heartily congratulate you and wish you a very fruitful tenure office.  

I assure you of extending our best co-operation, attention and continued support to all your efforts  for the development and promotion of Trade, Commerce & Industry and general welfare of the people of this region.

We take this opportunity to extend to you our cordial invitation to visit our Chamber one of the days convenient to you and address our Members and also give us an opportunity to felicitate you on your election and induction to the Cabinet of Shri B. S. Yediyoorappa, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka.

With thanks & Best wishes again,

Yours sincerely,

Sd/- (KUMBLE NARASIMHA PRABHU)

President.

D.O.No.PHP(1)CR. 17/07-08                                                                           09.06.2008

Dear Shri Prabhu,

Even though, Mangalore can claim to be relatively better off compared to other districts in the State, in terms of income and quality of life of its citizens, one issue which is of concern is the fact that certain persons with physical disability are not able to lead a life of dignity as they do not have sufficient opportunities for employment.

One aspect which gives dignity to a human being is when he or she is able to earn sufficiently to support himself/herself and his/her family in daily life.  In this regard, I would request the Chamber to co-ordinate with all business houses and industries, so that we could provide them opportunities for employment.

I do expect your co-operation in this regard at the earliest.

With regards,

Yours sincerely,

Sd/- (M. Maheshwar Rao)

Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate. 

VISITORS AND THEIR IMPRESSIONS

Visitor     :    Sri M. Narendra,

                         Chief General Manager,

                   Corporation Bank.

Date       :    26.05.2008

IMPRESSIONS:

Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry, through its various purposeful and benefiting activities created a niche for itself in the community of business and industry.  We are greatful to the Chamber for having given us an opportunity to have a programme on mSME Connect and the programme is successful.  We further too wish to actively participate and help in pursuing the objectives of the Chamber.

Wish you all the Best.   

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[ M. Narendra ]

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Visitor     :    Sri. U. T. Khadar,

                   Member of the Legislative Assembly,

                   Mangalore Constituency.

Date       :    17.06.2007

IMPRESSIONS:

I attend the felicitation function organised by KCCI and I am very much proud and happy regarding the programme of KCCI and interacting on all-round development of Dakshina Kannada District as a representation.  I will fully support the KCCI.   

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[ U. T. Khadar ]

Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry  ACCLaims

The  Nautical  institute  Fellowship

awarded   to

Capt.  John Prasad Menezes, Immediate Past President, KCCI

The Nautical Institute with its world Head Quarters in London, is the recognised professional body for qualified mariners and others with an interest in nautical science.  Its purpose is to promote high standards of knowledge, qualifications and competence amongst those in control of Sea Going craft both afloat and ashore.

On 6th December, 2007 the Nautical Institute conferred Fellowship to 19 of its members spread across 54 countries from a membership base of 6115.  Capt. John Prasad Menezes, Immediate Past President of KCCI was one of the nineteen.

Capt. John Prasad Menezes was elected for membership of the Nautical Institute in 1986.

Fellowship of the Institute is conferred when a member has made a significant contribution to the profession, nautical science and the objectives of the Nautical Institute.  It is after four years that the Fellowship returns to India.

With this Fellowship Capt. John Prasad Menezes joins the select band of 605 Fellows of the Nautical Institute worldwide and the twenty odd Fellow companions in India.

This award was conferred in person by the President Capt. R. A. Coates FNI to Capt. John Prasad Menezes on 12th June, 2008 at Hotel Elzenveld, Antwerp in the presence of distinguished Belgian and international dignitaries.  Capt. John Prasad Menezes is fellow of the Institute of Chartered Ship Brokers, London, Member Consulting Marine Surveyors and Consultants, London, Supporting Member of London Maritime Arbitrators Association and Member, London Shipping Law Centre.

Capt. John Prasad Menezes Joined T. S. Rajendra in 1975.  Bagged the Digbe Best Silver Medal for General Proficiency at the Passing out Examination besides leading the Passing out Parade.  Worked in various ascending capacities from Cadet to Master in Scindia Steam Nav. Co. Ltd. and Wah Kwong Shipping Co. Ltd. Hong Kong between 1976 and 1990.  From 1990 he settled ashore in Mangalore taking over M/s. Ericson and Richards (Karnataka), a Ship Surveying and Marine Consultancy Firm. He was also the Ship Owner Casualty Representative with the Salvors for the successful refloatation of M. V. Chang Le Men which was beached at Tannirbhavi last September 2007.

Sri Kumble Narasimha Prabhu, President, alongwith all Directors of the Board of KCCI extends heartiest greetings to his predecessor on this happy occasion of his great achievement. 

- Editor.

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