Born on January 8th and raised in Kolkata, the City of Joy, Seema Sonthalia grew up in a privileged joint family as the youngest among six siblings. From a young age, she was drawn to social service, …
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Born on January 8th and raised in Kolkata, the City of Joy, Seema Sonthalia grew up in a privileged joint family as the youngest among six siblings. From a young age, she was drawn to social service, and reaching out to the underprivileged came naturally to her. She recognized early on the power of collective efforts and their profound impact.
Her association with the Inner Wheel Club of Calcutta Mahanagar since 2010 was a natural extension of her passion, marking her commitment to selfless service. Throughout her journey in Inner Wheel, Seema has held various leadership roles, including that of Club President. She has spearheaded several impactful initiatives, such as:
The Cleanathon project, promoted through street plays (Nukkad Natak).
The creation of the " Happy School" at Jagatpur Free Primary School.
A transformative project to build a play area for specially-abled children at the Nivedita Centre, Institute of Child Health.
Introducing the Jumble Sale concept.
Seema joined the District Executive Committee in 2020-21 and has since served in various capacities, gaining extensive leadership experience. In 2021, during the COVID pandemic, while serving as District ISO, she organized the first-ever digital Rally cum Exhibition, "Uphoria," which was a grand success and a significant milestone in her Inner Wheel journey.
She has attended three Triennials in Hyderabad, Kolkata, Varanasi and Delhi and also represented her club as a voting delegate in both Varanasi and Delhi. Additionally, she has attended the installations of PIIWD Mamta Gupta, PAP Preeti Gugnani, and PAP Sunita Jain, actively participating in cultural programs, zonal meets, and association events.
Besides Inner Wheel, Seema has been associated with Loreto Rainbow and Concern for Kolkata, contributing to initiatives aimed at uplifting underprivileged communities.
Seema Sonthalia, wife of Rotarian Mahesh Sonthalia, is a loving and devoted mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. Her granddaughter, Siya, and Krishanya bring immense joy to her life, filling her days with laughter and love. She ensures that her home is always a haven of warmth, happiness, and togetherness.Beyond her family role, Seema has a deep passion for cooking and baking, delighting in creating delicious treats for her loved ones. Her enthusiasm also extends to the stageâshe loves to dance and has a strong passion for acting, having actively participated in theater productions. These creative pursuits reflect her vibrant personality and zest for life, making every moment spent with family and friends even more special.
Seema is deeply committed to bringing about positive change, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in every project. She takes great satisfaction in having contributed to meaningful causes while building lasting friendships. As she looks ahead, she remains eager to continue the remarkable legacy of Inner Wheel, sharing her experiences and insights with the members of District 329.
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