THE HOUSE JOURNAL OF RSAOI BENGALURU November : 2017Issue : 11

The rain Gods continued to shower their copious blessings into Oct affecting all functions and activity. Notwithstanding the threat of a heavy down pour we had the colourful Diwali Santhe (Flea Market) on 14 & 15 Oct. There were both inhouse and outside vendors with their colourful wares, clothes, nik-naks etc along with a children's gaming area and Food Court which were very well received. The highlight of the month of course was the Diwali Function. The Super Bumper Tambola with attractive gifts and cash prizes was a big draw and overcrowded inspite of a light drizzle and ominous clouds looming over the area. The function was celebrated without the usual fire work display and thus contributed to the eco-friendly environment of a noise and pollution free Bangalore. The entire RSAOI premises were decked with lights in myriad hues and colours. The AIFD put up a dazzling display of Fashion Show and cultural programme. This was followed by 'After Hours' by DJ Chetan who kept both the young and old enthralled by his selective and popular tunes ensuring the members dancing well past mid night.

The Infantry Day was celebrated on 27 Oct with Solemnity at the Wreath Laying Ceremony at PRTC and gaiety at the Dinner org at RSAOI. The function was well attended by both Serving Officers and Veterans of the Queen of the Battle. The highlights of the function were the Para Regtl Centre brass band, movie on Infantry and the cake cutting ceremony. The Infantarians interacted with all the guests amidst lot of bonhomie and sharing of nostalgic moments of togetherness.

Happy Thursdays.

Discount on Small Parties.

Joining of Tables.

Outstation Membership.

Grant of Permanent Membership (Life Membership) (Army).

Entry of Foreigners.

On Thursdays, RSAOI will offer a discount of 20% on all Catering / Food items

including Starters. This is applicable only on Food items consumed at restaurants & bars and not the items of

Beverages & other Bar items and Take Aways.

Members desirous of booking small parties in the following banquet

halls on week days (Mon, Wed & Thu) will be eligible for 50% discount on the booking charges :-

(a) Cavalier

(b) Quarter Deck

(c) Nirvana / Rendezvous / Nook Bar

Members are requested not to join more than two tables especially on weekends (Fri,

Sat & Sun). It causes inconvenience to other members and families. Groups of more than 8-10 members may book

a place at discounted rates.

Serving Offrs of Air Force & Navy who are posted out of station or those

posted in an outstation but their families residing in Bangalore are now eligible for outstation membership. Such

offrs may apply for the outstation membership by producing the required documents including Service Certificate.

Serving offrs

of Army may take Permanent Membership (Life Membership) (Army) irrespective whether a resident of Karnataka

or outside the jurisdiction of Karnataka but residing in India. The deposits and subs are similar to the associated

members. On retirement, the offr concerned to submit copy of PPO and photograph in civil dress. If the Permanent

Members (Life Membership) (Army) are not utilizing the RSAOI facilities, they will be levied cover charges as per

the existing rates.

Approval for bringing Foreign Guests to RSAOI is required to be processed

through Command Channels by GS Br, HQ K&K Sub Area to HQ Southern Command/HQ of MOD (Army) which

requires 40 – 50 days. It is observed that members are applying as late as 2-3 days before the scheduled event which

leads to frequent telephone calls requesting for status of application. Members are requested to submit the

application to GS Br, HQ K&K Sub Area for hosting of Foreign Nationals 45 days prior to the event for which

sanction is required, failing which the application will be rejected.

Upcoming Events

(a) There will be a Standup Comedy by the team of 'Punch Tantraa' org at Cariappa

Hall on 11 Nov 2017 (Sat) at 1930 hrs.

Members : Rs 50/-Guests & Affiliated / Temporary Members : Rs 100/-(All transactions through RSAOI Card only)

(b) There will be a Mega Event 'Cheers to 12' by 100 Pipers on 18 Nov 2017

(Sat) at Cariappa Hall. The show will be led by popular Cine Star Ms Kalki Koechlin followed by the famous

Band “Parikrama” and “Ehsaan” of “Shankar Ehsaan Loy” fame. (Function details through SMS/Weekly

Pgme/Notice).

Standup Comedy.

100 Pipers Mega Event.

Entry Fee

RSAOI CSD Extn Counter. Stock taking of liquor will be held on 01 Nov (one day only) and stock taking of grocery items will be held on 31 Oct & 01 Nov 17 (two days). For queries of CSD, please contact Canteen Manager at Phone No. 080-25559894. Members are requested not to contact RSAOI RXN / Office for CSD queries.

CSD Timings

RSAOI Petrol Bunk Timings

Mon, Fri, & Sun - 1000 hrs to 1600 hrs (Entry closed at 1600 hrs)

Wed & Sat - 1130 hrs to 1800 hrs (Entry closed at 1800 hrs)

Thu (Half day) - 1000 hrs to 1200 hrs (Entry closed at 1200 hrs)

Tue (Weekly Off) - Canteen will remain closed

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun - 0800 hrs to 2000 hrs

Sat - 0800 hrs to 1800 hrs

Breakfast : Guest Charges.

Guest Entry.

Tipping of Waiters / Staff.

Night Parking.

Guest Charges : Week Days / Week Ends.

Guest Charges for breakfast session is as under :-

(a) On week days - Rs. 25/- per Guest (Mon to Thu)

(b) On week ends - Rs. 50/- per Guest (Fri, Sat & Sun)

As per rules a Member can bring FOUR guests at a time, it should not exceed EIGHT guests in a

month. Same guest should not be entertained more than twice in a month. Defaulters will be charged SIX times the

normal charges. Members should accompany their guests into RSAOI. Guests coming independently will be

stopped / seated at Help Desk / Rxn at the Main Gate. Members are requested to escort their guests from the Help

Desk / Rxn after making necessary entry in guest register and obtaining guest passes.

RSAOI Rules do not permit tipping of waiters and staff either in cash or

kind. Members are requested to strictly adhere to laid down rules. If any member wishes to show generosity please

contribute whatever small amount by Cheque to their “Staff Welfare Fund”.

Overnight Parking of vehicles in RSAOI premises is strictly prohibited. Member will be

charged Rs 500/- per night for breach of Rule.

Membership Cards. All members should carry their membership card on person. It is also mandatory for

Dependents to carry Cards whenever visiting RSAOI. The staff will carry out random checks and those without

cards will not be permitted entry especially on function days.

The following are the Guest Charges on Week

days & Week ends :-

(a) Rs 50/- On Week days (Mon, Wed, Thu)

(b) Rs 100/- On Weekends (Fri, Sat & Sun)

Dependent Adult Children above 25 Years. Male & female children who have attained the age of 25 years and those

below 25 years, who are either employed or married, cease to be dependent members. Members are requested to

surrender their dependent cards immediately. Names of defaulters will be displayed on the Notice Board and may

forfeit their membership.

Obituary

It is with deep regret that we convey news of the sad demise of Capt (IN) BM Muddaiya (Retd), Membership No S 272 of NAVY on 22 Oct 2017.May God give courage to the bereaved family members to bear the irreparable loss.

F & B

Buffet.

Breakfast at The Nook.

Lunch (Chinese & Tandoori).

Indian Kitchen & Buffet.

Dinner.

Service and take-away :

Wed – Chinese ; Sat – Indian / Chinese ; Sun - Indian / Biriyani

8:00 am onwards; Last order - 10:30 am

Service and take-away orders: 12:30 pm onwards

Service and take-away orders – 1.00 pm onwards; Last orders for take-away and the A-la-carte will be taken at 2.30 pm. Last Buffet order will be at 2:45 pm.

Chinese & Tandoori - Service and take-away : 7:30 pm onwards.

8.00 pm onwards. Last order for dinner and take away : 10.30 pm.

Schedule of Movies (Except Tuesday)

Movie Booking (Mob 7338268123)

Sat Weekly Pgme

Tambola

English Movie - Sunday - 1130 hrs

Thursday - 1830 hrs

Hindi Movie - Friday to Wednesday - 1830 hrs

Sunday - 1500 hrs

Advance booking & - 1000 hrs to 1400 hrs

cancellations

Open booking at counter - 1730 hrs onwards

st1 Sat (04 Nov) - Karaoke Band Standnd

2 Sat (11 Nov) - Standup Comedy Cariappa Hall rd

3 Sat (18 Nov) - DJ Night Wingsth4 Sat (25 Nov) - PCTC Function / Cariappa Hall /

Musical Night Band Stand

- Every Wed & Sat - 1900 hrs

Landline : 25320557, Mobile : 9900232500, Mil : 6920

Library : 25323064. Movie : Mob 7338268123

Weekly Off (Tuesday) - All facilities will remain closed.

RSAOI Contact details.

Website : www.rsaoibangalore.in e-mail : secretary @ rsaoibangalore.in

info@rsaoibangalore.in (for all correspondence)admin@rsaoibangalore.in (for system related issues)