Thoughts on a Cottonians Assistance Scheme / Update on OC Ramesh David Sihna’s situation
Old Cottonian Ramesh David Sihna recently suffered a stroke at his home in Noida, needed immediate assistance which came forth swiftly and without delay via a network of OCs who have always been at the forefront in situations like this. Quick thinking, immediate collection and disbursement of funds, a personal touch, caring for the brotherhood […]
Sponsor an Indian Tiger in memory of Arthur Jones who died on June 11th 2020 of old age
Weʼre raising £250 to Sponsor an Indian Tiger at Shepreth Wildlife Park for a year, in memory of Arthur Jones who died on June 11th 2020 of old age. We are hoping to raise enough money to Adopt an Indian tiger at Shepreth Wildlife Park, In memory of Arthur Jones, a Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad, […]
Request for a contribution from OC’s to help COVID 19 Virus victims.
Dear OC, Greetings from OCA-India.Trust you and your family are doing well during this most trying time on account of the Covid 19 virus. I would like to use this opportunity to share with you that at the recently held meeting of the Board of Governors of Bishop Cotton School on 11/05/2020,it was decided that […]
OCA Nepal Merchandise
Dear OCs As you may know, OCA Nepal was officially established few months ago. We are now trying to grow by collecting funds for our association as well as doing something for the school. Therefore, we created a souvenir, which will be for sale during the school fete [UPDATE: Venue for showcasing, sales and […]
An appeal to help J&K
Dear Old Cottonians We make a fervent appeal to all OCs around the world to donate generously to those ravaged by the floods in J&K. Mr Junaid Azmi Mattu can give give specifics as to how donations may be channeled either by the OCA or by individual members. Regards BM Singh [President, OCA India] Dear Fellow […]
OCA India – admin office?
Dear Fellow Cottonians, All of you must be aware that our OLD BOYS ASSOCIATION has already completed 100 years this year. No mean achievement. Our OCA is even older than some famous public schools,who recently managed to hog media limelight. We all had a very successful 150 year celebrations of our school founders. As […]
RLV Update 13-Dec-09
Dear OCs, Mission Roshan Lal Sir “GREH PRAVESH” almost accomplished! Attached photo of his ready house. Being Monday tomorrow we cant do much. Though we hope and look forward to move him to his house by the day after. Needless to say that this has been possible with all the efforts of all OC’s. Please […]
RVL Welfare Fund – update
Dear OCs
RE: Roshan Lal Vashisht Welfare Fund
We are thankful to those who sent in contributions already. Appreciate your generosity.
However, some amounts that have been paid by OCs cannot be tracked and have not turned up in any of the 3 bank accounts [Palampur, Shimla, Delhi]. If you contributed already, kindly email the details of your payment/remittance ……
OCA HP Chapter – Welfare Fund
Welfare Fund The H.P. Chapter of the OCA met under the chairmanship of Mr. Narinder Chauhan on 31-10-09 and determined as follows : A core committee is constituted to oversee the welfare of Mr. Roshan Lal Vashisht. The proceeds accrued on account by contributions for Mr. RLV’s welfare in the personal a/c of Karan Sarin […]
Roshan Lal Vashisht [ex BCS Hindi teacher]
Dear OCs
Mr. Roshan Lal taught Hindi at BCS from 1960 to 1985 and was also the warden at Remove for many years. Now 84, Mr. Roshan Lal is in ill health and is in dire need of financial assistance.
Several OCs have recently been up to the village near Palampur [Himachal Pradesh, India] where he lives and moved him to better housing/accommodation, have got him medical attention, provided him with funds to take care of immediate needs, and have also set up a bank account from where a monthly amount will be disbursed for his needs.
Many OCs have already contributed towards this good cause. We will list the names and contributions once we have tracked them all. OCA HP Chapter have also confirmed that they will contribute and will manage the fund….