Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal

of California
www.skmmc.com bskapadia@hotmail.com

QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER January – March 2009

Contents:
IN LOVING MEMORY
*Pictures: Diwali party
Mr. Deepak Lal Mackrani
*To & From NorCAL
At the age of 48 years old,
passed away in Modesto on Saturday, March 14, 2009
*Bus Tour to L.A.
Our prayers go to his beloved family and friends
*$500 Scholarship
Information and Form Over 400 people attended the funeral
on Tuesday, March 17, in Turlock
*NEXT EVENT:
Ram Navmi, Sat. 11 April
(see last page)
Announcements

EDITOR As noted, in the last newsletter, we were keen to take

Bhavin Prakash Kapadia
Pleasant Hill / Tracy
(714) 307 – 4663
(209) 836 – 1461
bskapadia@hotmail.com
advantage of your rave reviews for the Mahotsav
auditorium. And we listened to you.
As a result, it is official, the Lodi location and its larger
dining hall have both been reserved for Sunday, September
6, 2009. You will now have more space to: drink chai and,
most importantly, enjoy your good old-fashioned ghosh.

The Mandal would like to recognise the
following individuals, in particular, for their
generous charitable donation at last year’s
Mahotsav:
Mr. Prakash K. Khatri (Belmont) $4,168.69
Mr. Narendra M. Khatri (Modesto) $3,026.00
Mr. Rajesh K. Khatri (Castro Valley) $2,689.00
Mr. Anil M. Khatri (Modesto) $1,501.00
Mr. Jawahrlal M. Khatri (Modesto) $1,501.00
Mrs. Bharti & Mr. Ashok Killer (San Jose) $1,111.00
We make a living by what we get, but
we make a life by what we give.
Winston Churchill
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Diwali Party pictures (and their thoughts)

Mr. Narendra S. Khatri (Castro Valley), in jeans: “Eat | Mrs. Taruna M. Billimoria (Hayward) centre right:
food first, then, if time permits, look at the cameraman”.| “Mandal parties are excellent, if only there were more”.

Sunil Ratanji, left, Modesto:“This fish curry is awesome.| The three musketeers of Mahotsav 2008: “We deserve
Why? Because I am head of catering sub-committee”. | free beer, after all, look at our contribution” (see page 1).

Bhavin P. Kapadia, left, secretary and Bipin Surti, | Committee members: “If this party had ghosh & fulia,
president: “We should have ran against Obama-Biden”. | tonight, every Khatri in the world would be here”.
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Mrs. Falguni & Mr. Kamlesh Ratilal Motiram

London, UK – Los Angeles – San Francisco – London, UK

Mr. Dhansukh U. Khatri & Mr. Vrajlal U. Khatri

Toronto, Canada – San Francisco – Toronto, Canada

To the Great State of California

Gsv. Hansaben Harkishandas Khatri with Hiten

Castro Valley – India – Castro Valley

Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Ashok V. Parmar with Santosh and Arjun
Mrs. Ranjana & Mr. Mahendra V. Parmar
Mrs. Vipa & Vijay D. Kapadia with Zankhana
Mrs. Komal & Mr. Sanket Sagar
Castro Valley – India – Castro Valley

Mr. Harish Pranjivan Dalal

Cupertino – India – Cupertino

Gsv. Dhanuben Shantilal Khatri

Fremont – India – Fremont

Wedding Congratulations
Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Ashok V. Parmar, Castro Valley, and their son
Santosh weds Binita
daughter of Mrs. Purnima & Mr. Devidas C. Kshatriya, Taiwan
This auspicious occasion was held in Silvassa, India, 31 January, 2009

- Please inform the secretary for news you wish to share with us all -

SECRETARY

Bhavin Prakash Kapadia

Pleasant Hill / Tracy
(714) 307 - 4663
(209) 836 - 1461
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Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal of California
We are proud to announce at the January 2009 Navsari Mahotsav, our two distinguished
individuals, Mr. Harish Parmar (Castro Valley) and Mr. Harilal Damodar (Modesto) were
honoured as Pramukh and Vyakti Vishesh, respectively. We congratulate them.

FOR SHRAVAN MAAS:

MAAS: BUS TOUR
TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
SKMMC SPECIAL

You and your family have a wonderful

opportunity to spend two joyful days, in
summer, with your Khatri community.

Visit the best Mandir’s, in southern

California, without having to drive.

Hindu Temple, Bakersfield * Ram Kabir Temple, Karsan Town * Jain Temple,
Buena Park * Radha Krishna Temple, Norwalk * Sanatan Dharam Temple,
Norwalk * ISSO Swami Narayan, Norwalk * Laxmi Narayan Temple,
Riverside * Radha Raman Temple, Placentia * Lakeshine Temple, Pacific
Palisades * Hindu Temple, Malibu * Calabasas Hindu Temple, Northridge *

In addition to visiting these fabulous temples, your trip will also include:

Overnight stay in Artesia, CA * Breakfast (2) * Lunch (2) * Dinner

Possible dates are: July 23 – 24 or Aug 20 – 21

* Pray * Relax * Enjoy * Eat * Laugh * Shop *

You and your family can enjoy all of this, at an estimated cost per person, for only $150.00

* First come, first serve basis

* Next newsletter, more details will follow

* For booking information, please call:

Darshana Jamnadas, (209) 551-3901,
Religious & Cultural subcommittee
coordinator
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Shree Kshatriya Mitra Mandal of California

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

SKMMC has formulated the Policy and Procedures for the first scholarship offering $500.
This is the amount pledged by our 2008 Mohatsav Pramukh, Mr. Narendra M. Khatri.

The scholarship is available to any student currently enrolled in college and to high school
seniors who intend to enter college.

We encourage all students to apply, as there are no other eligibility requirements.

Students will be required to: namely, write an essay and have good grades. Your scholarship
form is on the back of this page. If you require additional information, please contact:
-- Bipin Surti, Mandal President, (209) 527 - 1048.
-- Harivadan Jamnadas, Chairperson, Scholarship Subcommittee, (209) 324 -1555

Please note SKMMC intends to raise additional money for the Education Fund. A fund raising
event is to be held in the coming months.

***SKMMC scholarship committee is seeking two college graduates or college students to assist
in evaluating the applications. If you are interested, please contact Bipin Surti or Harivadan Jamnadas.

SCHOLARSHIP INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill out Scholarship Form

2. Write an essay on the following:
a) How has our Mandal positively contributed to our community, your family and you in
particular?
b) What are your thoughts on how our Mandal can improve? How can this be achieved?
c) Describe your strengths, talents and skills that you are willing to contribute in
facilitating improvement and fostering growth.
d) What are your educational and career goals?
3. Attach any documents in support of your application including
a) Personal reference letters
b) Latest school/college transcripts
c) Copies of any special achievements or recognition
4. You must call the KMMC volunteer coordinator, Mukesh Bulsara, (209) 524-1897, and register
for volunteer work within our community

Mail your application by June 30, 2009, to:

SKMMC Scholarships
P.O. Box 1201
Ceres, CA 95307
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Please follow the attached instructions very carefully to avoid disqualification. Write or describe any required
information on a separate sheet of paper, if space is not enough on the application.

TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY IN BLACK INK.

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name:_________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
City:________________________________ State:__________________ Zip:_______________________
Home Phone Number: ________________________ Cell Phone Number: _________________________
Email Address:__________________________________________________________________________

2. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

School, College or University:______________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
Anticipated Graduation Date:_____________________ GPA: ___________________________________
(You must submit official school transcripts with application.)

3. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: ____________________________________________________________

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4. SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT/HONORS AND RECOGNITION________________________________

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5. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: ___________________________________________________

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6. COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY APPLIED FOR:

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________
City:________________________________ State:__________________ Zip:________________________

Signature:_______________________________________________Date:__________________________
APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 30th, 2009
Note: Application must be postmarked no later than the deadline. There will be no exceptions.
FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED