Rotaract Club of Coimbatore Texcity Reaches 11 Tribal Villages in Nilgiris With Career Guidance Programme

Coimbatore: The Rotaract Club of Coimbatore Texcity organised TEX CAREER 2026, one of its flagship initiatives for the Rotary year 2026–27, on October 10 and 11 at Don Bosco Retreat House, Wellington, in the Nilgiris district.

The two-day career guidance programme brought together students from 11 tribal villages across Ooty, Coonoor and Kotagiri, aiming to empower rural and tribal students through education, career awareness and meaningful community support.

The participating villages included Kandal, Keel Kolikarai and Mel Kolikarai in Ooty; Vannarpet, Alwarpet, Valluvar Nagar and Ulikkal in Coonoor; and Pavilur, Kambai Pudur, Mettulal and Vagapannai in Kotagiri.

The programme was organised under the leadership of Club President Rtr. Prabanjani M, with Rtr. Anbuchelvan M serving as Event Chair and Rtr. Hema Varshini as Event Secretary.

The first day featured sessions led by Rtr. PP Jaiseelan, Rtr. PP Muruganandham and Rtr. Keerthika. On the second day, Rtr. Thiyanesan, Dr. J. Sadhana and Dr. Amirtha Varshini conducted sessions focusing on career guidance, personal development and future opportunities, encouraging students to explore educational pathways and pursue their aspirations.

As part of the initiative, the club distributed 150 school bags and 150 raincoats to students from the participating villages, addressing essential educational and everyday needs. The President and Rotarians of the Rotary Club of Coimbatore Royals attended the valedictory programme as special invitees.

Through TEX CAREER 2026, the Rotaract Club of Coimbatore Texcity reaffirmed its commitment to creating opportunities for rural and tribal students by combining career guidance with practical community support.