About
R.S. Maruti is a second-generation Rotarian who lives by the Rotary motto, Service Above Self. With over two decades of dedicated involvement in Rotary, he has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to service and community.
Professionally, he serves as the Managing Director of Samba Publishing Company. Under his leadership, the company successfully expanded its operations across Coimbatore, Nilgiris, and Bangalore-playing a pivotal role in establishing and growing the southern region's presence.
He is married to fellow Rotarian Devi Maruti, whose passion for Rotary and unwavering support has been the foundation of Maruti's journey. Her strength and dedication continue to inspire those around her.
Together, they are blessed with two daughters-Rtn. Abinithi Sammbavi and Rtn. Abbisree Saadhvi-both of whom are carrying forward the family's legacy of service. Abinithi is married to Govindh Rajkumar, and Abbisree to Mithran Arvind.
he has always believed inPut in your fullest efforts in the smallest things you do
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Lineage
Maruti comes from a strong lineage of individuals who have consistently contributed to society.
He is the grandson of Justice Ramasamy Gounder, the first High Court judge from the Kongu community. Known for his fairness and integrity, he played a key role in bringing the Bhavani water line to his native village, Nochi-where he is still deeply respected.
Maruti's parents, Shanmugam and Indira Devi, continue to uphold his grandfather's values. Agrarians by profession and philanthropists by spirit, they are actively involved in supporting and caring for the villages of Nochi and Pasur. Over the years, they have adopted and supported multiple families in need, embodying compassion and community service.
Samba Publishing Company was co-founded by Maruti's father, Shanmugam, and his father-in-law, Thirupathisamy-college friends who shared a vision. They expanded the company and established its presence in Chennai. Both of them were firm believers in creating high-quality, affordable books, driven by the belief that education should be accessible to all.
Maruti's mother-in-law, Rathinam, was deeply involved in the development of her village. She led initiatives that brought in banks, temples, healthcare facilities, bus stops, and more-improving lives through grassroots efforts.
Following in their parent's footsteps, Maruti and Devi have embraced a life of service, continually finding ways to give back to the community around them.
Vocation
Samba Publishing Company was born out of a shared vision between Shanmugam and Thirupathisamy-college friends and later, family-who believed that quality education should be accessible and affordable to all. Over sixty years ago, they turned that vision into reality by founding the company in Madras.
After earning his Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Maruti joined the family business with a clear mission: to expand its reach. He spearheaded the setup of the Coimbatore office and played a key role in establishing a strong presence across the Nilgiris, Bangalore, and Coimbatore regions.
Maruti built a robust network-traveling extensively, meeting educators, and laying down solid roots for the business. His dedication and personal touch have earned him deep trust within the community. Today, he enjoys the rare privilege of being welcomed into schools across Tamil Nadu without prior notice-testament to the relationships he has nurtured over the years.
Maruti's work ethic is second to none. He lives by the belief: “Put in the fullest effort, even for the smallest thing you do.” It's this dedication and integrity that have become the foundation of his professional journey.
Lineage
Maruti comes from a strong lineage of individuals who have consistently contributed to society.
He is the grandson of Justice Ramasamy Gounder, the first High Court judge from the Kongu community. Known for his fairness and integrity, he played a key role in bringing the Bhavani water line to his native village, Nochi-where he is still deeply respected.
Maruti's parents, Shanmugam and Indira Devi, continue to uphold his grandfather's values. Agrarians by profession and philanthropists by spirit, they are actively involved in supporting and caring for the villages of Nochi and Pasur. Over the years, they have adopted and supported multiple families in need, embodying compassion and community service.
Samba Publishing Company was co-founded by Maruti's father, Shanmugam, and his father-in-law, Thirupathisamy-college friends who shared a vision. They expanded the company and established its presence in Chennai. Both of them were firm believers in creating high-quality, affordable books, driven by the belief that education should be accessible to all.
Maruti's mother-in-law, Rathinam, was deeply involved in the development of her village. She led initiatives that brought in banks, temples, healthcare facilities, bus stops, and more-improving lives through grassroots efforts.
Following in their parent's footsteps, Maruti and Devi have embraced a life of service, continually finding ways to give back to the community around them.
Vocation
Samba Publishing Company was born out of a shared vision between Shanmugam and Thirupathisamy-college friends and later, family-who believed that quality education should be accessible and affordable to all. Over sixty years ago, they turned that vision into reality by founding the company in Madras.
After earning his Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Maruti joined the family business with a clear mission: to expand its reach. He spearheaded the setup of the Coimbatore office and played a key role in establishing a strong presence across the Nilgiris, Bangalore, and Coimbatore regions.
Maruti built a robust network-traveling extensively, meeting educators, and laying down solid roots for the business. His dedication and personal touch have earned him deep trust within the community. Today, he enjoys the rare privilege of being welcomed into schools across Tamil Nadu without prior notice-testament to the relationships he has nurtured over the years.
Maruti's work ethic is second to none. He lives by the belief: “Put in the fullest effort, even for the smallest thing you do.” It's this dedication and integrity that have become the foundation of his professional journey.
Rotary
Projects
RCC Texcity in association with Ganga Women & Child Center inaugurated a week long Breast Feeding Awareness program from August 2nd to Aug 7th in the august presence of AG Rtn. Basheer Ahmed. During this time, Inauguration of Breast Feeding Helpline, an initiative for the first time by a private hospital was inaugurated by Dr. Chitra Ramamurthy.
Conducted an Art Exhibition of painting done by Autism Children in Brookefields Mall. There were more than 20 paintings that were kept on display and the were all for sale.
Rotary Clubs of East, Ikons, Coimbatore, Central, Downtown & Texcity conducted a program called "Blind Date" which started at 06:30 a.m. and ended by 07:30 p.m. on Sep 26th. During this program, Rotarians, Rotaractors, Invitees blindfolded themselves and took a half round around Coimbatore Race Course as an awareness towards National Eye Donation Fortnight. This program was well covered by media and was done in support with the police department.
RCC Texcity in association with GKNM Hospital did a Champions Walk around Race Course in the morning of October 2nd - Gandhi Jayanthi Day. Survivors of Cancer along with the doctors & nurses did a half round around Race Course as a support for people who have survived cancer.
Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity conducted a mega event called Coimbatore Career Conclave in Indian Public School. This program was aimed at 1X to X1std student. Around 2000 students benefitted out of this program. The students were motivated to be\"Job Creators\" instead of\"Job Seekers\". The chief guest of the program was Lakshminarayanan, ViceChariman of CTS. The Speakers of the day were Sree Vidya of RSPL, Chennai, Balachandran of VIT, Vellore, & Rtn PDG K A Kuriachan. The program started at 10 a.m. and concluded by 1:30 p.m. The students were picked by bus from their respective schools and dropped back once again.
Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity in association with Cosmos Sports, GiantStarkenn, & Swarga Foundation organized CYCLATHON to observe International Child Abuse Prevention Day on Sunday, November 9th 2014. The cycle ride was flagged off by Dist CollectorShrimathi Archana Pathnaik at 05:45 a.m. in front of her residence in Race Course. CYCLOTHON spanned 5kms (two rounds of Race Course) and finished in CSI School, Race Course followed by Breakfast for all the participants.
Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity in association with Cosmos Sports, GiantStarkenn, & Swarga Foundation organized CYCLATHON to observe International Child Abuse Prevention Day on Sunday, November 9th 2014. The cycle ride was flagged off by Dist CollectorShrimathi Archana Pathnaik at 05:45 a.m. in front of her residence in Race Course. CYCLOTHON spanned 5kms (two rounds of Race Course) and finished in CSI School, Race Course followed by Breakfast for all the participants.
Library books of Rs.1 lac was distributed to 10 girls school in and around the Karamadai. These books were bought from Samskriya Foundation by Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity.
Inaugrated "Happy Village" at Ettimadai Village in the presence of AG Rtn. Basheer Ahmed. The Village has 800 families and they all will benefit out of the project that we do under Happy Village
DG Rtn Venugopalan Menon inaugurated the Happy Village Program in Velarugampalayam Village. The streets were cleaned, pictorial representations were done in water tanks, toilet block was inaugurated, bins were distributed, and the villagers were educated on the importance of a clean village.
The first Ladies of the G30 clubs were honored on International Women's day towards their commitment and dedication in supporting the presidents to perform well.
Logophilia- a literacy workshop with 72 beneficiaries was held from june 20th to 29th and a profit of 1,25000 was made. This program was conducted byAnnets club of Texcity. The Annets also sponsored 5 children to participate in the program free of cost, which was worth Rs. 25,0000.
Uyirin Nanban program was launched in CIT college in Coimbatore on Dec 9,2014. The program benefitted around 4500 students of the institution. Corporation commissioner K. VijayakarthikeyanInaugurated the programme and spoken on the importance of saving life. Rapid Action Force Commandant K.K.Pauly elaborated on the efforts taken by the force to maintain thousands of saplings. The program was inauguratedin the presence of AG Rtn A G Basheer Ahamed.
RCC Texcity is celebrating its 25th year this rotary year 2014-2015. In line with the celebrations, Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity launched a unique service program called "Uyirin Nanban -Friend of Life - Jeevan Mithra" on Oct 10, 2014 in GRD Auditorium in PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore at 11 a.m in association with Rotaract Club of PSG CAS & the Rotaract Club of LIA. It will be an ongoing service program which will focus on Five Action Plans namely: (Tree Planting & Sustaining, Water Conservation & Clean City, Organ Donation & Blood Donation, Emergency First Aid Training & Road Safety Awareness, Anti-Abortion Awareness & Protection of Girl Child)
Conducted a seminar on Emergency First Aid Training &Road Accident Awareness for about 400 participants in Ganga Hospital . The seminar was convened by Dr Kannan Balaram of Ganga Hospital .It was a 2.5 hour seminar .The program was inaugurated by Dr Rajasekar, Chairman of Ganga Hospital.
Uyirin Nanban program was inaugurated by Dr SUdhakar SP for Rural Coimbatore. The Guest of Honor was P P Pauly , Commandant of RAF, Coimbatore .Naresh ,GM OF DRDA was also present with the Secretary of the college Mrs Saraswathi Khannaiyan. Rtn Kuriachan ,Rtn R.S Maruti, & Rtn Prasanna joining the eminent guests on thedias. The program was attended by 5000 student.
Uyirin Nanban (Friend of Life) Award for Rev Fr David Chiramel for donating his kidney to an electric who is not known to him, which is a noble act by him.
The second Covid wave of the pandemic was devastating. Life came to a standstill and many became helpless. Sanjeevani is a community service project initiated and coordinated by then District Director(DD) R.S Maruti.
Conducted a self-defense awareness program for about 2300 Girlstudents of Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science.
184 Girls from Chennur Higher Secondary School & 175 Girls from Alandurai Higher Secondary School were thought self defense. Self demonstration was done by Sonika Vikram & her team of trainers. The girls were benefitted out of this program and they were motivated.
RCC Texcity Donated 16 Tables to the Government School in Ettimadai Village. This will help the children in sitting comfortably and studying. Theannets contributed significantly for this project.
RCC Texcity conducted a program on Child Abuse called Parenting 2020 on August 12, 2014 in HotelAnnapoorna R S Puram. Well-known child psychologist Purni Krishnakumar steered the entire event. She spoke on Child Abuse, Bullying, Sexual Values, & Empathy. The project was done as part of the ROTARY DISTRICT 3201 GOVERNOR'S PRIORITYCHILD ABUSE.
DG Rtn MD Venugopalan Menon launched the Video of Podhum Vanmurai on Child Abuse during this official visit to RCC Texcity.
Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity conducted a mega event called "Positive Parenting for THE 21st Century" in Avila Convent, Coimbatore for the parents of students studying from Std V to Std XII in the same school on Sep 24, 2014 free of cost. The District Collector Ms Archana Patnaik & DG Rtn Venugopalan Menon inaugurated the day-long program which started at 9 a.m. and ended by 5 p.m. A total number of 2800 parents benefited out of this program. Similar programs will be subsequently conducted in all cooperating schools in Coimbatore District in the coming year. PDG Rtn K A Kuriachan emphasized on Organ Donation.
Postal Stamp of Rotary Club of Coimbatore Texcity released.
124x7 breastfeeding helpline ganga hospital
2Art Exhibition By Autism Kids
3Blind walk
4Cancer Champion Walk
5Clean Coimbatore
6Coimbatore Career Conclave
7Cyclathon for Child Abuse
8Disabled RYLA Brain Child
9Donation of library in 10 Schools
10Happy Village - Inaugration Ettimadai Village
11Happy Village - Velarugampalayam
12Honoring G 30 first Ladies
13India’s 75th Independence’s
14Jamboori
15Logophilia A Literacy Workshop
16Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th Birth Anniversary
17Make a wish foundation
18UTSAV
19UTSAV FUN
20Uyirin Nanban - CIT
21Uyirin Nanban - Friend of Life Jeevan mithra
22Uyirin Nanban - Ganga hospital
23Uyirin Nanban - HCAS
24Uyirin Nanban Award Rev. Fr. David chiramil Jeevan mithra
25Public Image Director
26Sanjeevani
27Self Defense Avinashilingam Institute for Home Sciences
28Self Defense for Under Privileged Girls
29Tables for Government School Ettimadai
30MEGA MARATHON
31Parenting 2020
32Podhum Vanmurai Musical video on child abuse
33Positive Parenting for 21st Century
34Postal Stamp Texcity 25 years
The Blossoming of the
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Samba
Shanmugam
Born in 1929, Shanmugam co-founded Samba Publishing Company. He completed his Bachelor's degree at Pachaiyappa's College and has always balanced business with his deep connection to the land.
An agrarian at heart, he continues to manage the family's farms and is actively involved in addressing the needs of his village community. He is known for his strong command of the English language and sharp marketing acumen.
Indira
Devi
Indira Devi is a strong-willed, deeply compassionate, and incredibly dependable presence in the family. Alongside her husband Shanmugam, she manages the family's farmland and plays a key role in supporting and uplifting multiple families across the villages of Pasur and Nochi.
She is the heart of the household-the bond that keeps everyone connected. Her nurturing nature and quiet strength have shaped not just her family, but the wider community she takes care of.
Devi
Karpagam Maruti
Devi Karpagam serves as the Director of Samba Publishing Company, where she plays an integral role in fostering and sustaining long-standing client relationships. With a robust academic background, she holds three degrees in Business Management.
A passionate Rotarian and active Inner Wheel member, she has made a meaningful impact during her tenure-most notably by exchanging 110 flags in just six months, showcasing her dedication to building global connections and goodwill.
Abinithi
Sammbavi
Sustainable fashion entrepreneur and founder of Sambhavi. Experienced in design, production, and business development. Holds MSc in International Business from Cass Business School, with certifications from Harvard and Central Saint Martins.
Govindh
Rajkumar
Results-driven business leader and entrepreneur with experience at Bain & Company. Director at Mahasakthi Group, driving business growth and strategy. Alumnus of CEMS, with degrees from top universities and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering.
Abbisree
Saadhvi Maruti
Abbisree Saadhvi leads business development and talent partnerships at BlocHaus, focusing on blockchain talent acquisition. She manages client relationships across North America and APAC. Abbisree holds dual master's degrees from Bayes Business School and the University of Illinois, and a Bachelor's from Lady Shri Ram College.
Mithran
Aravind
Mithran is an award-winning lawyer with a JD from the University of Illinois. He's a published author and academic, recognized with the Rickert Award for Excellence in Legal Writing. Mithran practices commercial and municipal litigation at Del Galdo Law Group, representing municipalities and corporations in Illinois.
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