Bowring Institute · MC Elections, 7th June 2026

Restore trust.
Restore transparency.
Restore pride.

After 157 years, Bowring Institute deserves a Managing Committee that answers to its members. 13 of us are standing to make that so.

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Team RCB · Est. 2026
The Crest
Team RCB — Restore Club Bowring
Restore Club Bowring
For Members. With Members. Always.
The Manifesto

If we are elected,this is what we will do.

Bowring Institute is more than a club — it is a cherished institution built on generations of friendships, traditions, fellowship, sports, celebrations, and lifelong memories. For many members and families, Bowring has been an integral part of their lives for decades, creating a deep emotional bond and shared sense of belonging.

Today, however, many members are increasingly concerned about the vitiated atmosphere within the Club, rising costs, inconsistent service standards, lack of transparency, project delays, and the growing disconnect between members and the Managing Committee. These concerns have led to disappointment among members who care deeply about the future of Bowring Institute.

This election is an opportunity to restore the spirit, dignity, and legacy of Bowring Institute.

Who We Are

Team RCB comprises experienced professionals including Chartered Accountants, Architects, Doctors, IT Professionals, Eminent Sports Personalities, Entrepreneurs, and Business Leaders committed to restoring professionalism, accountability, transparency, and member confidence at Bowring Institute.

Members of Team RCB have consistently stood for the interests of the Club and its members, including wherever required through legal process to protect the Club’s interests and legacy. We are committed to preserving and responsibly carrying forward the legacy of Bowring Institute for future generations.

Our Vision

We envision a Bowring Institute where:

  • Families and young members remain actively engaged
  • Women and senior members feel valued and respected
  • Sports, culture, fellowship, and social interaction flourish again
  • Every member experiences warmth, pride, and belonging

We seek to restore the soul of the Club as a vibrant, inclusive, and member-centric social institution.

Members First

Team RCB stands firmly on one guiding principle:

Every decision and every rupee spent must serve the best interests of members.

We believe every member deserves:

  • Respect and dignity
  • Transparency and accountability
  • Fair pricing and quality services
  • A responsive and accessible administration
  • A genuine sense of belonging
01
Transparent governance and financial accountability.
02
Periodic financial disclosures and monthly reporting.
03
Strong financial controls and accountability.
04
Strict monitoring of project costs and timelines.
05
Zero tolerance for wasteful expenditure.
06
Constitute an Independent Committee of senior members to advise the Managing Committee on Club management matters.
07
Priority for dependent members over new memberships.
08
Maintain current membership levels without further increase.
09
More responsive and member-focused administration.
10
Better member participation in Club activities and decision-making.
11
Fair and reasonable liquor pricing in line with other clubs in Bengaluru.
12
Improved food quality, hygiene, maintenance, and service standards.
13
Higher service standards across all facilities, especially sports departments.
14
Practical and efficient parking management solutions.
15
Provide a 50% reduction on monthly subscription charges for all members through responsible cost savings and improved financial discipline.
16
Review and rationalize departmental subscription and cover charges to encourage greater member participation and enhanced utilization of Club facilities.
17
Time-bound execution of ongoing sports complex and other projects with substantial cost savings.
18
Bagepalli project to be relooked with member consultation and opinion.
19
Transparent decision-making on all major Club initiatives and developments.
Restoring the Spirit of Bowring

This election is about protecting the values, culture, spirit, and legacy of Bowring Institute and making it once again:

  • Truly member-focused
  • Socially vibrant
  • Professionally managed
  • Financially disciplined

Your vote is your voice in shaping the future of Bowring Institute.

Together, let us restore trust, protect our legacy, safeguard members’ interests, and build a stronger, more inclusive, accountable, and truly member-focused Bowring Institute.

For Members. With Members. Always.
Warm Regards,
Team RCB (Restore Club Bowring)
Candidates

Thirteen members. One purpose.

Thirteen members of Bowring, standing together for change.

ContestantsTo Be Elected
S Bhaskar
Sl. No. 1
President
S Bhaskar
Former President & Vice President of the Institute
Ashok Kumar
Sl. No. 2
Vice President
Ashok Kumar
(Laddoo)
Former State badminton player
Bharath Poovaiah
Sl. No. 1
Honorary Secretary
Bharath Poovaiah
Business Head, IT & Cyber Security
Jasbir Singh Dhody
Sl. No. 1
Treasurer
Jasbir Singh Dhody
MBA, FICMA · Former Finance Member
Committee MembersTo Be Elected
Anjilli Nawani
Sl. No. 1
Committee Member
Anjilli Nawani
Badminton & Building Sub-Committees
Dr. Arjun Sampath Kumar
Sl. No. 2
Committee Member
Dr. Arjun Sampath Kumar
General & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Beena R Kumar
Sl. No. 3
Committee Member
Beena R Kumar
Home maker
Chinnappa Gowda B
Sl. No. 6
Committee Member
Chinnappa Gowda B
Chartered Accountant
Devanandan Ramanna
Sl. No. 7
Committee Member
Devanandan Ramanna
(Dev)
Managing Partner, hospitality
Madan Mohan G.K.
Sl. No. 11
Committee Member
Madan Mohan G.K.
(Reddy)
Former Vijaya Bank · LLB
R Ravikumar
Sl. No. 18
Committee Member
Ravi Kumar R
Past Chairman — Health Club, Guest Quarters & Finance
Shashikala Swamy
Sl. No. 22
Committee Member
Shashikala Swamy P
VP, Northern Trust
Xavier
Sl. No. 27
Committee Member
Xavier Kanikaraj
Served on 7 sub-committees over 15 years
The Receipts

The facts, on the record.

Not allegation — the publicly reported account of how decisions have been made.

01
Land · 2025
₹87 Cr
The Bagepalli land matter
₹10 Cr advance paid in 2025 toward 23 acres of land 100 km from the city. Banker's cheques drawn six days before members were informed. Rule 46(f) bars expenditure over ₹25 lakh without member consent.
02
Disclosure
Never shared
The MoU members never saw
Land MoU not tabled at any general meeting to date. Only the area and value appeared in the annual report — never the agreement itself.
03
Tenure
13 yrs
One office bearer, uninterrupted
Honorary Secretary in his sixth term since 2013. Bye-laws limit MC members to three terms; a 2020 amendment lets him remain until June 2026.
04
Suspensions
14+
Questions met with notices
Members issued show-cause notices since March 2025. Two senior members suspended — including the former President who resigned over the land deal.
Election Day

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Date
Sunday, 7th June 2026 · 10 am – 5 pm
Venue
Bowring Institute · St. Mark's Road
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