It is an honour to address you as the President of our esteemed association. Stepping into this role is both a privilege and a responsibility that I hold with immense pride. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our respected Past Presidents. Your visionary leadership, tireless dedication, and unwavering mentorship have built SJOBA into one of the most vibrant alumni networks in the country and even oversees. Thank you for placing your trust in me as well as our newly elected Executive Committee and in the collective strength of the SJOBA Fraternity. We stand on the shoulders of giants, and are committed to carrying this rich legacy forward with renewed vigour.
As we look ahead, our focus is on strengthening our operational roots, giving back to our alma mater and bringing fresh excitement to our community:
1. Revamping the SJOBA Office & School Infrastructure: With the generous support and contribution of an Old Boy, the team is actively upgrading the SJOBA office. This includes modernizing our administrative workspace. The team also plans to replace existing outdated computer systems with high-performance machines to ensure seamless learning for school kids in the computer lab.
2. Instituting Two New Scholarships: Giving back to St. John’s remains at the heart of our mission. This year, we are proud to introduce two distinct student scholarships:
3. Expanding the TSD Rally to Two-Wheelers: To broaden participation and welcome biking enthusiasts across generations, we are opening the Time-Speed-Distance (TSD) rally format to two-wheelers, bringing an exciting dynamic to our flagship motorsport event.
4. Reviving the SJOBA Winter Fest: We are delighted to bring back the much-loved Winter Fest as a marquee event. The revival will feature an action-packed City Treasure Hunt designed to engage participants of all ages, a signature Cultural Evening filled with live performances, fellowship, and Johnian camaraderie, culminating in the most talked-about event in the tri city, “The Winter Ball”.
An association is only as strong as the bond between its members. Over the coming months, the Executive Committee and I will continue rolling out initiatives that bring younger alumni into the fold, celebrate our senior stalwarts and create lasting memories on as well as off the field.
Thank you once again for your faith, encouragement and support. Let us make this year remarkable together.
President SJOBA
Class of 1989