Map India 2005 Map India 2005 is the 8th Annual International Conference and Exhibition in the field of geographic information technologies like GIS, GPS, Aerial Photography and Remote Sensing. Once again this year the event will provide a challenging backdrop for all associated with the geospatial industry. The conference will generate individual growth, and learning of latest trends and research within the geospatial domain. Map India 2005 remains dedicated to the mission of fostering the use and spread of Geospatial content among communities.
Geomatics 2005 Indian Society of Geomatics (ISG) will be holding its Annual Convention and Conference on "Geomatics Technologies for Bridging the Digital Divide" at Delhi on February 08, 2005. It will provide a platform for individual institutions, industries, NGOs and other stakeholders to brainstorm on capacity building for utilization of digital technologies in the rural sector. Map India and ISG aims to come together to foster the spread and growth of the geospatial sciences and its benefits for the community at large with a synergised effort of discussions and deliberations with academicians, researchers, policy maker and industry representatives. Theme Map India 2005 : "Back to Basics" Geomatics 2005: "Geomatics Technologies for Bridging the Digital Divide" Highlights Map India 2005 : Plenary & Keynote Sessions * Back to Basics * Technology Trends * GIS Industry in India - moving up the value chain Seminars * Infrastructure Development * Transportation * Power and Telecommunications * Land Information Systems - (Land Reforms) Technical sessions Over 15 technical sessions covering applications and scope of geospatial technologies shall be spread over the three days in 5 parallel halls. Special Session for Students A special session will be held for students providing them with an opportunity to present their initiatives, innovations and viewpoints. User Meetings * NRDMS * Survey of India Geomatics 2005: Plenary Session * President's Address & Millennium Lecture Technical Session 1 * Applications of Geomatics in Agriculture, Health and Infrastructure with emphasis on rural segment Technical Session 2 * Enabling technologies (Web, Language, Speech, Communication, GIS, GPS, PDA etc.) Technical Session 3 * Cadastral & Property mapping Technical Session 4 * Round Table / Panel Discussion Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) Call for Papers: We invite you to submit abstracts online at <www.mapindia.org/2005/abstract.htm> for Map India 2005 and Geomatics 2005. For Abstract submission guidlines Visit: www.mapindia.org/2005/call.htm Important Deadlines for Map India 2005 & Geomatics 2005 Abstracts 15 December 2004 Paper Acceptance 25 December 2004 Full Papers 15 January 2005 Exhibition: India has been progressing at a rapid pace in the arena of geospatial industries. Map India 2005 will provide an opportunity for updating existing users with the latest advancements in this arena. The exhibition organized in Map India 2005 will provide a cost-effective marketing channel allowing one to reach both the GIS-aware decision-maker and the business manager -- who may not even be aware of GIS but recognizes the benefits to be gained from spatial information management. We will try and meet the challenge by providing you with ample and diverse opportunities and prospects in our exhibition. To see floor plan visit : http://www.mapindia.org/2005/floor.htm To register as exhibitor visit : http://www.mapindia.org/2005/exregistration.htm Registration and Fees: Fee Conference Govt/NGOs Private Overseas Regular Delegates INR 3,000 INR 5,000 US $ 200 Author Delegates INR 3,000 INR 5,000 US $ 200 Spot Registration INR 7,500 INR 7,500 US $ 300 Student Registration INR 1,500 INR 1,500 US $ 100 Registration fee includes: Registration entitles the individual to all technical sessions, workshops, keynotes and plenary sessions, exhibits and social funtions. It also includes: * Lunches * Dinner * Literature Kit containing proceeding in CD, writing pad, pen etc. * 1-year free subscription of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Magazine - The Asian GIS Monthly Discount: * ISG Members will get 25% special discount on full registration. * Registration fee* for Geomatics 2005 only (Day 2): Rs. 1500 * Exclusive registration for Geomatics 2005 will entitle delegates for set of literature kit and other hospitality of day 2 of the conference like lunch, dinner etc. Group Discount: A discount of 20% shall be given for group registration at one time of 5 or more delegates. Important Contacts: Papers Ms. Shivani Lalshivani [EMAIL PROTECTED] 91-120-3094378 (M) 9810573090 Registration Mr. Niraj [EMAIL PROTECTED] 91-120-3094377 (M) 9810107069 Exhibition/Sponsorships Mr. Sam [EMAIL PROTECTED] 91-120-3092354 (M) 9810233422 Map India 2005 Secretariat GIS Development G-4, Sector - 39 Noida 201301 Phone: +91- 120 - 2502180 to 87 Telefax: +91 - 120- 2500060 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Website: www.mapindia.org ------------ ***GKD is solely supported by EDC, a Non-Profit Organization*** To post a message, send it to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To subscribe or unsubscribe, send a message to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>. In the 1st line of the message type: subscribe gkd OR type: unsubscribe gkd Archives of previous GKD messages can be found at: <http://www.edc.org/GLG/gkd/>