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JYOTI MAHIPAL (DISTRICT 329)

ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT & NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE

"Joy is the holy fire that keeps our purpose warm and our intelligence aglow," perfectly resonates with Jyoti’s views of Inner Wheel as a beacon of hope and service. She believes that the joy derived from selfless acts of kindness and purposeful action fuels the collective spirit of Inner Wheel, enabling members to illuminate lives with compassion and dedication. “Leadership is not about titles or power; it’s about impact, influence, and inspiration.” Jyoti embodies this philosophy through her dedication to education, empowerment, and service.

Born in Delhi, Jyoti Mahipal did her schooling in both Delhi and Kolkata. She is a qualified Cost Accountant with a Master’s degree in Commerce, and her unwavering enthusiasm for learning led her to complete a Montessori Training Course.

A significant influence in Jyoti’s life has been her mother, whose unwavering determination and resilience shaped the person she is today. She believes that every achievement and every milestone she has reached is because of the values her mother instilled in her.

Her journey of associating herself with Inner Wheel began in 1995, wherein she was inducted as a member of Inner Wheel Club of Gwalior. Not complacent, she strove to do something really remarkable in the field of ‘Social Welfare’. Driven by this desire, took up as Club President in 2010 and entered the district in 2013 as District Editor. She became the District Chairman of 305, in 2017 –18. Her contribution has been immense in expanding and enriching the district adding five New Clubs and giving 76 happy Schools.

Since 1998, Jyoti has been passionately involved with the activities of Montessori House. Initially working as a teacher, she later became a faculty member for Montessori Teacher’s Training at the NGO CHIP (Children in Pain). Her dedication to serving those in need found a meaningful avenue when she joined Inner Wheel in 2006 as a member of the Inner Wheel Club of Calcutta Mahanagar.

Her leadership journey began in 2007-08 when she served as Club Secretary, followed by her tenure as Club President in 2008-09. As President, she initiated the project Gyan Jyoti, which provides scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This project remains a permanent feature of her club. She also realized her vision of creating impactful initiatives such as:

Saheli: A skill center empowering women.
Prarambh: A Montessori school for underprivileged children.
Golpo Ghar: A community space for senior citizens.
Swavlamban: Empowering women by giving 100 bicycles and sewing machines on micro-credit.

District Journey

Jyoti joined the District Executive Committee of Inner Wheel District 329 in 2016-17 as District Editor and held various district-level positions before serving as District Chairman in 2021-22. Her tenure as District Chairman was marked by notable achievements:

Career Counselling Programme – Udaan: A guiding platform for students.

Meri Kitaab Initiative: Released 75,000 copies of a book to commemorate India’s 75th Independence Anniversary.

Promoted women entrepreneurs in her District by bringing them onto a virtual platform, Stree Shakti.

Encouraged clubs to register for CSR certification, enabling medical projects worth over ₹1 crore through CSR funding.

65 clubs executed 35 joint projects serving under various avenues of service.

A few noteworthy projects include:

Miyawaki Forest
Donation of an ambulance
Construction of a school building
Establishment of a home for children of sex workers
Installation of solar panels in schools
Para Sports event benefiting 400 children

She also organized innovative events such as the Shero Cricket Cup for District members and the Inner Wheel Idol Contest at a pan-India level.

Established 10 new Inner Wheel Clubs.
Launched a monthly e-bulletin in District – UPDATE.
Successfully hosted the East Zone Meet, Confetti, in Kolkata.

Jyoti is married to Rotarian Vinod Mahipal, a businessman who has been her constant source of strength. They are blessed with a son, Jash, who holds a degree in Economics and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MBA from the London Business School. Her daughter-in-law, Devanshi, a graduate of Wellesley College, is an educationist.

A Rotarian herself, Jyoti is a Major Donor, and her club received the overall Best Club award when she served as President of the Rotary Club of Calcutta Mahanagar in 2023-24. Her involvement with organizations such as Millennium Mams, Ladies Study Group, FICCI Ladies Organisation, and her passion for theatre have significantly enriched her perspective and contributed to her personal growth.

She has attended four International Inner Wheel Conventions, five Triennial Conferences, two South Asia Rallies, and numerous zonal meets and Multi-District Rallies.

Inspired by Maya Angelou, her mantra is: “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive and to do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style.” Her personal philosophy is encapsulated in her IKIGAI: to do everything with heart and soul and strive for excellence. She firmly believes that the strongest action for a woman is to love herself, be herself, and shine among those who never believed she could. Together, let’s strive towards a future where we can collectively shatter the glass ceiling and unlock our full potential.

Jyoti believes that women need to shift from thinking “I’m not ready to do that” to thinking “I want to do that.” Let’s encourage more women to dream the impossible dream…!!

Be you, be your best version, and

YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE!!!

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Dear Club President,

Congratulations on taking over the mantle of leadership of your esteemed club! This is a proud and significant moment, not only for you but for the entire Inner Wheel family. Your new role places you at the very heart of our organisation’s mission—to serve, to uplift and to inspire. As a Club President, you are the face of Inner Wheel in your community. It is through your dedication, compassion, and tireless efforts on at the ground level that our organisation truly comes alive. The work you do for the betterment of society is the very backbone of Inner Wheel.

International Inner Wheel President’s Theme for 2025-26 is STEP UP & LEAD BY EXAMPLE – Leadership is all about taking that extra step, embracing challenges, coming out of comfort zones and leading by example. In a world where it is easy to get comfortable and follow the crowd, I want you to step up and make a difference. When we lead by example, we build trust, we create a ripple effect, inspiring others to follow our lead and we become the brand ambassador of our organisation.

True leadership begins with action, empathy and courage.

The International Service Project theme for 2024-2027 is REACH & INSPIRE for a better world – Let us reach out with compassion and energy to weave a network of support that inspires the heart of communities, empower others and bridges cultural, economic and social divides.

New leadership always brings new visions and newer thoughts.

VISION board for 2025-26 ‘Inner wheel C.A.R.E’ has been designed with inspiration from IIW THEME & International Service Project Theme to ignite ideas for new initiatives. Together, we will strengthen our ongoing projects, explore new avenues of service and ensure that our initiatives reach the neediest ones.

The focus now is on you and the responsibility of leadership lies on your shoulders – How many MILESTONES you COVER!

How many NEW MEMBERS you INSPIRE!

How many LIVES you CHANGE!

Take initiatives and guide others through your actions, demonstrating the desired behaviors and inspiring them to follow suit, rather than just telling them what to do. Every project is a platform to uplift lives, and every day is a new opportunity to lead with purpose. All Zonal Meets and National events will give you a golden opportunity to empower yourself by learning and sharing experiences. Inspire club members to join in large numbers and make them a huge success. Rise above the little things, be a big thinker and a bigger dreamer. With your passion and commitment, we will be able to take the image of our organisation to a greater height. Take pride in leading an organisation which has given us in abundance.

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. Let us root for each other and watch each other grow. Let us walk hand in hand to enjoy the magic of togetherness. Let us make the journey of leadership inspiring and enriching. Let us be ready to walk an extra mile to bring a smile. We need to have a vision to remain one step ahead of the coming changes. Be The Trend Setter, The Path Breakers and The Hurdle Jumpers!!!

Let us start the New Inner Wheel Year with a willful resolve to STEP UP & LEAD BY EXAMPLE to REACH and INSPIRE for a better world with a VISION to CARE & SHARE.

“We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” Be kind, it makes you beautiful.

With warm regards

Jyoti Mahipal

Association President & National representative 2025-26
Association of Inner Wheel Clubs in India