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THE VENUE:

DIJS’10 would be held at Hall No. 15 of Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, India. Pragati Maidan, located in the heart of New Delhi, is more than just the premier exhibition complex of India. True to the meaning of its name, Pragati Maidan stands for the Development and Progress through trade. Its exhibition halls, complete with a network of infrastructural facilities, in a lush green setting, make it the preferred venue of leading exhibition organisers from India and Abroad. 

Pragati Maidan is well connected by road & metro, the Pragati Maidan metro station is just walking distance from Hall No. 15. Taxis are the other convenient mode of commuting for visitors & are easily available around the venue.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

VISA
All foreign visitors to India require a VISA before arrival. Please contact the nearest Indian Embassy in your home country for VISA.

 

AIRPORT
Delhi is well connected to all the major cities of the world by international airlines. The International Airport at Delhi is known as Indira Gandhi International Airport.

 

INDIAN STANDARD TIME (IST) & WEATHER
Indian Standard Time is 5.30 hours ahead of GMT (GMT+5.30 hrs). The weather in New Delhi during September is moderate & the temperature varies between 24 and 34 degree Celsius.

 

ELECTRIC SUPPLY
In India the electric voltage available is 220 volts AC/50 Hz. Some hotels provide additional 110 volt plug point outlets.

 

ACCOMMODATION
September marks the beginning month tourism/festive season in Delhi. Special rates at select hotels are available for DIJS’10 participants.

 

CURRENCY AND CURRENCY EXCHANGE
The official currency of India is Indian Rupee (INR). All major currencies can be exchanged at the airport, key hotels and banks. A Money Exchange Counter would also be available at the DIJS’10 Exhibition.

 

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION & SIGHTSEEING
Delhi has a well developed transport system with availability of air-conditioned cars, coaches and State-of-the-art metro. The DIJS’10 exhibition would have a travel counter to assist participants in their travel requirements & plan excursions.

 

MEDICAL FACILITIES
Delhi has world class medical facilities with leading healthcare groups operating a string of super speciality hospitals across the city. Comprehensive onsite medical services would be provided at the DIJS’10 Exhibition to attend any medical requirements.