Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 7 9 January 2007 : Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi The Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs , for the first time in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry and supported by the Government of NCT of Delhi, is once again organising the 5th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, scheduled for 7- 9 January 2007 at New Delhi. The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas the annual flagship event of the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, aims to connect more than 25 million overseas Indians and bring the expertise and knowledge of Indian Community abroad to India to contribute and integrate into Indias growth process. The PBD 2007 will also provide an opportunity to all to network and develop a robust and rewarding relationship. The highlights of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2007 include: o A three day Convention, featuring diverse themes with eminent speakers o Trade and Industry Exhibition o Business Networking o Cultural Evenings
The overriding theme of the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2007 conference is " Rooting for the Roots: Meeting India's Development Challenges" . The Programme for the Conference will have sessions on diverse themes with eminent speakers. The focus would be on Education, Healthcare, Youth, Women, Investment, Technology etc. For the very first time, the programme would also include separate breakout sessions focussing on each geographical Region , to address the concerns of Overseas Indians and how these can be addressed. Day Two of the Conference will focus on Sessions with States focussing on developmental Challenges of the States and partnership opportunities. The Prime Minister of India, Dr Manmohan Singh will inaugurate the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2007 on the 7th and Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, the President of India has agreed to be the Chief Guest at the Valedictory Session. In addition, the PBD will be addressed by all key Ministers from the Government of India, once again giving the overseas Indians to have a platform to network and interact with the Policy makers of India. I am writing to you with a very special request. We would be delighted if you would take the initiative to organise a delegation from your Chamber for the PBD 2007. We would be glad to facilitate your participation. Registration and Hotel details are available on the website www.pbd2007.org Please do register online. You can also get in touch with us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] programme outline is also available on the web site. Do access the same. We look forward to receiving you along with your Members in New Delhi during 7th to the 9th of January at Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2007. I sincerely hope that you would accept our invitation . Regards, Yours sincerely, Rekha Sethi Senior Director & Head Special Events Confederation of Indian Industry Plot No. 249 F, Phase IV Sector 18, Udyog Vihar Gurgaon, Haryana Tel : 91-124-4014086 (D), 4014060-67 Fax : 91-124-4014080 E-mail : [EMAIL PROTECTED] Website : www.ciionline.org / www.pbd2007.org _______________________________________________ Goanet mailing list [email protected] http://lists.goanet.org/listinfo.cgi/goanet-goanet.org
