69th ANNUAL CONVENTION 

OF 

THE SUGAR TECHNOLOGISTS' ASSOCIATION OF INDIA

20th - 23rd OF AUGUST 2008

VENUE : WELCOMHOTEL RAMA INTERNATIONAL, AURANGABAD (MAHARASHTRA)

1.    INDIAN SUGAR INDUSTRY 

2.    Aurangabad - Venue of Convention

3.    Call of Papers

4.    S.N. Gundurao Memorial Lecture

5.    Membership/Registration Fee

6.    Sugar Expo 2008

7.    Advertisement in our Publications

8.    Hotels in Aurangabad

9.    About Aurangabad

10.    Other places of Excursion in India

1. INDIAN SUGAR INUSTRY

India is the second largest producer of sugarcane in the world next to Brazil. It is also the second largest agro-based industry in India located in rural areas. About 50 million farmers, their dependents and a large number of agricultural labourers are involved in sugarcane cultivation, harvesting and ancillary activities constituting 7.5% of the rural population. Besides this industry provides employment to about 2 million skilled, semi-skilled and other workers employed in ancillary activities, mostly from rural areas. There are about 594 sugar mills ranging in capacity from 1000 to 12000 TCD.  Many of these use state-of-the-art equipment technologies with integrated facilities for cogeneration of power and manufacture of ethanol.  The industry has been the focal point for socio-economic development of the country.

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2. AURANGABAD - THE VENUE OF 69TH ANNUAL CONVENTION 

The city of Aurangabad is known for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage.  It was the seat of Mughal Empire for a short period.  The city boasts of Bibi-ka-Makbara, a tomb that has some resemblance to the Taj Mahal.  The importance of Aurangabad is great, owing to its proxmity with world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora.  These sites have Buddist, Jain and Hindu temples.  Aurangabad is also famous for its silk and cotton textiles.

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3.  CALL OF PAPERS

Research papers for Agriculture, Engineering, Manufacturing & Co-products are invited from the Sugar and Sugarcane Experts. Papers can be submitted on the following address:

The Sugar Technologists' Association of India, 

C-Block, 2nd Floor, 

Ansal Plaza, August Kranti Marg, 

New Delhi-110049, INDIA.

The last date for receipt of paper is extended upto 7th July, 2008. The author should also give Certificate that "the Papers/Posters submitted are Original and have not been communicated for publication elsewhere". 

The author should give abstracts in around 150-200 words followed with Keywords. The length of paper should be 1500 to 3000 words excluding abstracts.

The guidelines for submission of papers can be viewed here. 

Deadline : Please send your papers by 7th of July 2008.

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4. S.N. GUNDURAO MEMORIAL LECTURE

The S.N. Gundurao Memorial Lecture is a tribute to Lt. Sh. S.N. Gundurao's contribution in the field of sugar technology and his services to the sugar industry in particular.  A lecture series known as S.N. Gundurao Memorial Lecture Series was started in the year 1987 and is held every year during the Annual Convention. World-renowned Indian and Foreign experts are invited to deliver this lecture. 

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  5. MEMBERSHIP / REGISTRATION FEE

Membership Fee :

A special package for membership fee of USD 50 is offered to become member of The Sugar Technologists' Association of India for the persons serving in sugar & allied industry in different parts of the world.  The membership fee is to be remitted alongwith the registration fee via wire transfer.  

Registration Fee :

The conference registration/delegation fee for overseas delegate is USD 200 each (Early Bird) if paid by 30th June 2008.  From 1st July `08, the Standard Registration fee of USD  250/delegate shall be applicable.   

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6. SUGAR EXPO 2008

An exhibition will be held concurrently with the Convention from 20 - 23 August, ’08 at Welcomhotel Rama International, Aurangabad. The exhibition will have the participation from organizations and associations dealing with sugar industry. Space for commercial displays is also being organized by STAI. The stall includes Fascia walls, Fascia board, front will be provided with exhibitor's name, carpet, one table, two chairs, two fluorescent tube lights, one power socket and waste paper basket.

Since limited number of stalls are available, therefore, it is requested that you reserve your space by remitting the cost of stall via wire transfer at your earliest so as to avoid last minute disappointment.

All sugar machinery and allied product manufacturers are invited to take part in the sugar expo and sponsor events during the 69th Annual Convention.

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7. ADVERTISEMENT IN OUR PUBLICATIONS

STAI brings out the following publications during the Annual Convention :

1.  List of Cane Sugar Factories & Distilleries in India and SAARC countries 2007-08

2. Annual Convention Proceedings

3. Year Book & Technical Data Directory of all Indian Sugar Factories

4. Souvenir

                                                                                             per insertion

Mechanical Details

Page size            -        24 cms x 18 cms

WIRE TRANSFER DETAILS 

SWIFT CODE :    JAKAINBB

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8. HOTELS IN AURGANGABAD

 

HOTEL	Room Category	Tariff for Single Room	Tariff for Double Room
Welcomhotel Rama International,     R-3, Chikalthana, Aurangabad - 431210	Standard Corporate Rama Chambers	USD 100 + taxes USD 120 + taxes USD 175 + taxes	USD 120 + taxes USD 145 + taxes USD 200 + taxes

All the above tariff include breakfast, however, the taxes as applicable will be additional.   At present Luxury Tax in the hotel is 10% & there will also be 1.236% Govt. Service Tax payable on the total bill amount.  The Check in and Check out time for all the above hotels is 1200 hrs.  Please confirm your room booking by 15th July 2008 positively.  Room booking cannot be guaranteed thereafter and shall be subject to availability.  Please note that the rooms shall be allotted on first-come-first-served basis.  Cancellation policy of individual hotel will apply.

Please download the  Delegate/Hotel Reservation Form.doc

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9. ABOUT AURANGABAD

Aurangabad

The city of Aurangabad is known for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage. It was the seat of the Mughal Empire for a short period. The city boasts of Bibi-ka-Makbara, a tomb that has some resemblance to the Taj Mahal. The importance of Aurangabad is great, owing to its proximity with world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora. These sites have Buddhist, Jain and Hindu temples. Aurangabad is also famous for its silk and cotton textiles.

General Information

Area                   :           10,107sq.km

Population        :            22,13,779

Temperature    :            Summer  : Max - 39C, Min - 21.5C

Rainfall              :            557 mm        

Best season     :            Throughout the year

State                 :            Maharashtra

Tourist Attractions

• Bibi-ka-Maqbara

• Panchakki

• Aurangabad Caves

• Daulatbad

• Ellora

• Ajanta Caves

• Museums : History Museum of Marathwada University

• State Archaeology Museum, Sonehri Maha

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10. ACCESSIBILITY TO AURANGABAD

Accessibility

By Air :- Aurangabad is linked by Indian Airlines Boeing 737 flights daily with Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Delhi. Jet airways has a daily flight  from Mumbai.  Aurangabad airport is 12km from Government of India Tourist Office.

By Rail :- There is a direct train link  between  Mumbai & aurangabad. Trains Such as Devgiri express and Tapovan express run daily between  Mumbai 7 aurangabad in evening & morning respectively. There is a direct train to Hyderabad too.Besides, trains such as  sachkhand Express ply between  New delhi and Aurangabad.

Bus : -Aurangabad is connected by daily service with Paithan, Shirdi, Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Pune, Parli-Vaijnath, Aundha Nagnath, Sheogaon, Tuljapur, Nanded (Hazoor Sahib), Indore, Sholapur, Bijapur, Nagpur, Ajanta, Ellora, Mumbai, Surat, Hyderabad and Kolhapur Hyderabad- 550 Kms, Mumbai- 385 Kms, Pune- 240 Kms,Nasik- 190 Kms, Indore- 450Kms

ABOUT INDIA AND MAJOR IMPORTANT CITIES FOR EXCURSION

India is an ancient land of majestic forts, serene churches and archaeological wonders that speaks of an age-old civilization. India – a subcontinent almost as large as Europe – a land of silvery snow peaks and sun-drenched golden beaches, dense forests and arid deserts, bustling cities and slumberous villages. India’s land, its people and its antiquity combine too make it the most interesting and varied destination for conferences in the world. India has a  rich cultural heritage over  5,000 years old when one of the oldest civilizations existed on the banks of the river Indus. The assimilation of the Aryans who came from the North, the Greeks left behind by Alexander the Great, the Muslims, the Mughals and the Persians and subsequently the British have further enriched this heritage.

Summer season  :      April to June (Temp. 20–40 C)
Monsoon season :      July to Sept. (Temp. 17–35 C)
Winter season     :      October to March (Temp. 5–20 C)

The members interested in attending the above trip and requiring air/train tickets and in knowing more details are requested to contact our official travel agent :

M/s. Summit - Alpcord Network,

A- 422/423 Somdutt Chamber - 1,

Bhikaji Cama Place,

NEW DELHI - 110 066

Tel No.: 26165026, 41658517

Fax No.: 26165024

E-mail No.: summitalpcord@airtelmail.in  -   summit@alpcord.net

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