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Storytelling Circle: Bridging Cultures Through Folktales

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Stories have always had the power to connect people across borders, and Storytelling Circle did just that. Organized by the Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts, in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of Vadodara, India (RID 3060), this cross-cultural folktale exchange created a beautiful space for dialogue, discovery, and shared heritage. The project unfolded in two meaningful phases. The first was a virtual storytelling session held via Google Meet on March 16, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. The session brought together over 30 participants from both clubs, eager to share and learn about the traditional narratives that shape their cultures. Rotaractors from both Sri Lanka and India came together to present captivating folktales and cultural insights, highlighting the…

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Cultural Fusion

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On March 29, 2025, the Rotaract Club of the University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts, teamed up with the Rotaract Club of RVCE, India, for a virtual event titled Cultural Fusion. Held via Google Meet, the session brought together over 35 Rotaractors for a cultural exchange that celebrated the diversity and richness of Sri Lankan and Indian traditions. The event focused on key cultural elements such as food, music, attire, religions, festivals, and notable landmarks. What made the experience stand out was the personal approach—members didn’t just present facts, they shared real stories and reflections from their own lives. Participants actively engaged in discussions, asking questions and drawing connections between their traditions. From regional dishes to religious rituals, the conversations…

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Joint Bulletin (RACUOCFOA and RACRVCE, India)

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A Journey in Pages and Purpose The Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts proudly presents its very first Joint Bulletin — where the spirit of service meets the power of storytelling. Crafted in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of R.V.C.E., this edition is more than a collection of projects — it’s a celebration of collaboration without borders. This edition brings together a glimpse of the impactful initiatives carried out individually by both clubs, alongside a series of joint projects through the International Service Avenue. Every page tells a story of purpose. Every project echoes the strength of partnership. Here’s to designing change together — across maps, minds, and missions. Happy Reading! Direct download link: https://rotaractarts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Nexus_compressed.pdf

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Anu Nam Te Dhani (The True Wealthy Master)

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There were the days of New Year around Diwali. In a thrashing place of the village Vadod, the heaps of reaped harvests were lying ready. Daughters and daughters-in-law of Jaga Patel while sowing seeds were dreaming of receiving new clothes and new ornaments. Cold breeze was blowing. Pearl like water drops were raining on the soil and hem of chundadi of women harvest reaper were fluttering. In the winter sun, bright, thick granules of millet were laid in a thrashing place. Jaga Patel stared at the pile of his own millet. This green millet grew so abundantly that Jaga Patel could not embrace its vastness in one glance. In the early morning, Jaga Patel’s sinful motive overpowered his mind. He…

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Sinh nu Dan (The Lion’s Offering)

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On the throne of Muli in the seventh generation there was one Chachoji. Once the king of Halwad Kesarji, the king of Dhrol and Chachoji went together to take a bath in River Gomti. While taking a bath, the Rulers of Dhrol and Dhangdhra kept many vows; but Chachoji took the vow, ‘Whatever I have with me, I would give to my mendicants.’ All three pilgrims went home. Gradually two great Rulers gave up their vows but resolution of Chachoji was very risky. He was ready to sacrifice his life. The Ruler of Halwad provoked his Dasodi Charan. The Ruler gave promise to Charan that if he will break his religious vow then he would give him whatever he demands.…

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Hitihami the Giant: The Legendary Strength of the Wanni

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In the northwestern region of Sri Lanka, in a village called Andara-waewa, a remarkable child wasborn. Hitihami was considered a true giant by size and strength. From an early age, he displayedextraordinary strength and an insatiable appetite. By the time he was seven, he was consuming fourquarts of cooked rice daily. As he grew, his strength became legendary, effortlessly catching haresand mouse-deer with his bare hands. At just twelve years old, Hitihami asked his mother for food before setting out to clear a chena.Armed with two bill-hooks, he completed the task in a single day. He then instructed his father toset fire to it and continued working tirelessly single handedly building fences, sowing millet, andeven preparing a tawalla large enough…

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The Blind Sage’s Prophecy

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In the mighty kingdom of Magadha, there ruled a fierce and ambitious king, Rudrapratap Singh. He was a warrior like no other, expanding his empire through blood and steel, crushing enemies without hesitation. He saw himself as invincible, destined to be remembered as the greatest ruler in history. One day, an old, blind sage, Rishi Rishaba, arrived at the royal court. The court fell silent as the frail yet commanding figure stepped forward. The sage needed no invitation, nor did he wait for the king’s questions. Instead, in a voice that echoed through the grand hall, he declared: “O mighty king, beware. Your own flesh and blood will be the cause of your downfall.” A murmur ran through the court,…

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The Arrival of the Parsis in Gujarat

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More than a thousand years ago, in the grand and ancient land of Persia (modern-day Iran), the followers of Zoroastrianism, a faith established by Prophet Zarathustra, lived in peace, worshipping their divine fire and upholding the sacred tenets of Good Thoughts, Good Words, and Good Deeds. But fate turned against them when the Arab invaders swept across Persia in the 7th and 8th centuries CE, bringing new rulers and a new religion. The once-proud Zoroastrians found themselves persecuted, forced to convert, pay heavy taxes, or flee. Faced with oppression, a courageous group of Zoroastrians, led by their high priest Dastur Neryosang Dhaval, made a bold choice. They would leave their homeland, carrying with them their sacred fire, their faith, and…

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Manu Needhi Chozhan

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இலங்கையின் அனுராதபுரத்தைச் சோழ வம்சத்து அரசனான எல்லாளன் ஆண்டு  வந்தான். மக்களின் குறைகளைக் கண்டறிய அவனது அரண்மனையின் வாயிலில் ஒரு மணியைக் கட்டிவிட்டான். அது ஆராய்ச்சி மணி என மக்களால் மதிக்கப்பட்டது. இதனால் மக்களின் குறைகளை அரசன் தீர்த்து வைத்து வந்தான். மற்றும் இதனால்  நகரவாசிகளும் பயனடைந்தனர்.  இவ்வாறு சில நாட்கள் கழிந்தன. ஒரு நாள் திடீரென்று ஆராய்ச்சி மணி ஒலிக்கும் சத்தம் கேட்டு முதலமைச்சர் வாயில் வந்து பார்த்தார். அங்குப் பசுவொன்று மணியை அடித்துக் கொன்று நிண்டது. ஆகவே அவர் காவலாளிகளை அனுப்பி பசுவின் துக்கத்திற்கான காரணத்தைக் கண்டறிந்தார். இளவரசன் விளையாட்டிற்காக அரண்மனை தேரினை ஒட்டி சென்ற தருணத்தில் தேர்க்காலில் அந்த பசுவின் கன்று சிக்குண்டு இறந்து போயிற்று. இதனை அந்த அமைச்சர்,  மன்னர்  அறியாது மறைத்துவிட  எண்ணினார். ஆனால் எவ்வாறோ அந்த செய்தி மன்னன் செவிகளை எட்டிவிட்டது. அதனை அறிந்த மன்னன் பசுவின் கன்றிற்கு நடந்ததை போன்றே தன் மகனுக்கும்  நடக்க வேண்டும் என நீதி வழங்கினார். அதற்கு அந்த அமைச்சர் "ஒரு  சிறுவனின் குறும்புத்தனத்தால் ஒரு கன்று பலியானது. அதற்காக இந்த நாட்டின் எதிர்கால இளவரசனையே…

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Gamarala Divyaloke Giya ( The farmer that went to heaven)

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Long long ago in a quiet village lived a Gamarala, who grew paddy. He worked tirelessly tending to his crops.  One day as he was walking through a paddy field his heart sank. A large portion of the paddy had been chewed away, he cried out “oh my  precious paddy”. He was enraged and deeply saddened at what had happened to all his hard work. Someone or something had feasted on his precious paddy. To teach the culprit  a lesson he went to his field at night and kept watch. He was trying his best to stay awake, something unbelievable happened. Down from the clouds descended a beautiful, elegant white elephant.  Without even waiting a minute to look around, the…

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