Saga of a philanthropist, global leader – Dr Naresh Aggarwal
We currently serve around 50 million people per year. My goal is to significantly increase this number.
At the Chicago Convention, we launch our LCI Forward program- a comprehensive upgrading to reach a new level of service in the new century.
In the next twelve months, we will add diabetes as a major focus area, in addition to hunger, eyesight, youth, and environment.
Most cases of the diabetes are easily curable through exercise or insulin injection. We believe that if science has the cure, then there is no excuse to not deliver this cure to everyone in need.
Under my Presidency, we will maximise the service from every member, dollar and hour this year.
What is the secret of your success?
I believe that the ability to take may be the strength, but the ability to give is power. If I serve someone, I know I have the greatest wealth in the world- the affection of my fellow people. I believe in the inherent goodness of human nature.
Can you tell us about your background?
I was born in Batala, Punjab. After graduation, I joined my family business and started a family of my own. However, I always carved a higher, more meaningful contribution to the world.
I joined Lions Clubs International around 42 years ago. Since then, I have helped the Association grow exponentially in India. In 1998, I expanded my focus to the entire world, when I was elected as International Director. Now, as President Elect for the next year, I am ready to change the lives of hundreds of millions around the world.
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