107th Indian Science Congress to be held in the City from  3-7 January 2020

         – Pride of India – Frontier Science & Technologies Mega Expo to be held concurrently –

Bengaluru 11 December 2019: The 107th session of the Indian Science Congress Association, will be held at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore from 3 to 7, January 2020 under the theme ‘Science and Technology: Rural Development’. As per tradition, this prestigious conference will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi in presence of other state ministers and dignitaries. The five days event will bring together more than 15,000 delegates from the scientific fraternity and academia, R&D institutes, defence, government, PSUs and Corporate Houses. The Pride of India Expo 2020 which is organized concurrently with the Indian Science Congress is a confluence of new ideas, innovations and products surrounding the entire canvas of scientific world will also be inaugurated simultaneously.

Over the years, the PoI Expo has emerged as a perfect platform for meaningful relationships between the scientific fraternity, academia, and entrepreneurs to leverage collaborations in R&D, technology transfers, launch of tech-driven innovative products, concepts etc. among stakeholders. Academics, researchers, professionals, scientists, educational leaders, policy makers, students, PSU’s, ministries, corporates and others are expected to participate in large numbers.

Speaking at the curtain raiser of the 107th Indian Science Congress – Pride of India Expo-2020,
Dr. C N Ashwath Narayanan, Hon. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister Higher Education, Medical Education and IT, BT and S&T, Government of Karnataka said, “Indian Science Congress (ISC) is India’s oldest, biggest and one of the most prestigious scientific events and we are proud to host this edition in Bengaluru at the University of Agricultural Sciences from January 3 to 7, 2020. Karnataka and Bengaluru is a hub for technology and research in India. I appeal to the organizations, entrepreneurs, startups and young scientists to take part in the science congress in large numbers and showcase their innovations, ideas and interact with India’s premier research institutes and distinguished scientist.”

In his address Prof. K. S. Rangappa, General President, 107th Indian Science Congress and Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Mysore said, “The Pride of India Expo (PoI) showcases cutting-edge technologies, scientific products and services, achievements, innovations, initiatives, research labs, institutions dealing with education, defence, space, life sciences and healthcare, agriculture and food processing, energy, environment, infrastructure, automobiles, ICT, BFSI etc. Spread over an area of 15000 sqm and over 150 organizations from all across the globe, PoI will provide unlimited resources and a unique platform to interact, collaborate and network with the leaders of industries.”           

Dr. S Rajendra Prasad, Chairman Organizing Committee, 107th Indian Science Congress and Vice Chancellor, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru said, “Some of the major attractions include Vigyan Jyot (VJ) – the Flame of Knowledge, Genesis, Eduvision, Host State Pavilion and Special Pavilions. Vigyan Jyot (VJ) – Flame of Knowledge, is a novel initiative to popularize science and encourage it as a career amongst the youth thus preparing scientists and innovators of tomorrow. VJ is inspired by the vision 2020 of our former President Dr. A.P.J Kalam to make India a powerful and prosperous nation by reaching the benefits of science and technology to every Indian and enriching their quality of life. VJ will be kept at PoI Expo venue on all the five days of the event and will be handed over to the General President elect, 108th Indian Science Congress, at the valedictory function.”

Genesis is a one day symposium which is organized concurrent to the ISC with complimenting theme to the main science congress. The objective is to bring scientists, industrialists, academicians and policy makers on a common platform to exchange ideas and explore collaborative opportunities. Eduvision is a unique theme pavilion that hosts leading institutions, academic bodies, universities, research and other stakeholders associated with the education sector, while host State pavilion represents the initiatives and policies adopted by the government in the field of Science and Technology, Agriculture, Healthcare, Education etc.  

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SILK MARK EXPO 2019, BENGALURU

Silk Mark Organization of India, an initiative of Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India organizes Silk Mark Expos all over the country to ensure the discerning silk loving consumers get an opportunity to see and buy 100% pure silk products from across India. These expos also provide a platform to the genuine Weavers, Co-operatives, Societies, Women Entrepreneurs, Traders, etc. to showcase and sell their products to consumers who understand the value of pure silk.

Bangalore, December 2019, While celebrating important functions and festivals, the Queen of Textiles. As women all over India choose to wear Pure Silk consumers looking to buy pure silks, it is their right to get 100% pure silk. However, many get cheated by unscrupulous traders selling impure silk which are made up of cheaper options like Viscose Rayon, Polyester, Nylon etc. in the name of pure silk.

The unique feature of these expos is that not only one gets to see a wide variety of silks from numerous silk weaving clusters from across India but also experience and choose from the all 4 types of commercial silks namely Mulberry, Tasar, Eri and Muga. In addition to that, one can be absolutely sure that each and every product being sold at the expo is 100% pure silk assured by the Silk Mark Label. There is also a live Silk Testing Counter at the expo to ensure one is able to test the purity of the silk they purchase instantly absolutely free of cost.

The theme pavilions of the Silk Mark Organisation of India and Vanya Silks at the expo attract a lot of attention as they present a glimpse of the sericulture industry with cocoon, yarn and fabric display along with innovative products developed by Vanya Silk Marketing Promotion Cell (VSMPC) and Product Design, Development and Diversification (P3D) division of the Central Silk Board.

The Silk Mark Expo 2019 is scheduled from 10th December till 16h December 2019 at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Kumara Krupa Road, Bengaluru. The expo will be open to all from morning 10:30 am till evening 7:00pm during this period. This has 38 stalls put up by Authorised Users of Silk Mark from more than 10 expo states representing approximately 15 silk weaving clusters. It has diversified silk products like Tassar Silk sarees with fancy designs having embroidery with contrast color, Kantha work, Tassar shirts & Jackets, Eri Silk socks, Silk bags, Shirts, Dhotis, Blouses and Garments apart from traditional Kanjivaram, Banarasi, Pochampally, Murshidabad, Mysore Silk, Uppada, etc. sarees. This is a great chance for those looking to purchase pure silk for ensuing weddings in the family, upcoming special occasions and festivals or regular use.

The Silk Mark Expo 2019 Bengaluru was inaugurated by Smt. Rohini Sindhuri, IAS, the Commissioner for Sericultural Development & Director of Sericulture, Government of Karnataka, in the august presence of Shri. Rajit Ranjan Okhandiar, IFS, the Member Secretáry, Central Silk Board, at 4:00 pm on 10″ December 2019 at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Kumara Krupa Road, Bengaluru. We urge all the silk lovers of Bengaluru to visit the Silk Mark Expo 2019 Bengaluru to experience and explore the Fabulous World of 100% Pure Silks and encourage the weavers and artisans from across India.

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