R.S. Maruti assumed office as governor of Rotary International District 3206 for 2026-27 at an installation ceremony held in Coimbatore on Sunday (July 5, 2026).

Mr. Maruti stated that the district would adopt more than 100 villages and implement development projects focusing on rural development, women’s empowerment, drug prevention, and environmental conservation during the year.

The function was attended by Rtn. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, chairman of Kumaraguru Institutions, and Rtn. A.K.S. Muruganandham, chairman of Excel Group of Companies and Vice-president of Rotary International for 2026-27.

Mr. Vanavarayar lauded Rotary’s service initiatives and expressed confidence that the new leadership would further strengthen its community outreach programmes.

The event, hosted by the Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity, was attended by members of Rotary clubs under District 3206. Outgoing District governor Chella Ragavendhran, District Learning Facilitator Rajasekhar Srinivasan, Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity president Mohammad Shafi, secretary Karthikeyan and event chairman Brijesh were among those present.