HOUSTON,TEXAS, October 9, 2007: Vijay Kumar Pallod’s capacity for perseverance is legendary; he personifies the proverbial squeaky wheel that demands attention and he effectively expedites whatever task is on hand. He is a gifted spin-doctor and can find a positive slant in any given circumstance, however dire. No problem is too big for him to solve; he thrives on challenges.
He is generous to a fault, a simple family man of great humility, a devout Hindu, a patriotic Indian-American, and an indefatigable social and community activist. Those who know Pallod either like or dislike him; but the general consensus is that he is almost impossible to ignore.
“Vijay is a very simple grass roots worker and a true karma yogi,” said Dr. Sudha Rajan, President-USA of the Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (VYASA). “He is large-hearted and deeply dedicated to the Indo-American youth. He embodies Sanatana Dharma. All we need in Houston is to replicate Vijay and clone him into a few thousands!” added Dr. Rajan.
This year, Vijay Pallod was the soul recipient of the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston’s (IACCGH) Community Service Award. On behalf of the IACCGH committee, Congressman Nick Lampson and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett ceremoniously handed the award to Pallod at the organization’s 8th Annual Gala and Awards Banquet held on August 25 at the Westin Galleria. IACCGH Executive Director Jagdip Ahluwalia commended Pallod for being a role model for the youth of the community. It was a commendation that was echoed by many interviewed for this article.
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