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Everybody is eager to know what is happening around them! The curiosity to know about the happenings and the events of the Udaipur never dies. What if I tell you that you can keep yourself updated about the city sitting at your home.

Sometimes, we want to keep ourselves updated about what is going on in our own Udaipur city which on our daily news channel we are not able to fetch. And so we bring you a platform where you can read every update and news related to the city. Be it government updates, social events, or important information, you can find everything in a single place along with relevant images and specific details. News of Udaipur is a special platform for all the News enthusiasts who wants to know about the benchmark events of the town, the book releases, the press releases, the events, and many other important updates about the city with 100% authenticity and lightning fast speed.

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Youth to Be Facilitated With Land and Finance under Young Enterpreneurs Incentive Scheme

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Youth under the age of 35 in Rajasthan would be facilitated with funding for their industries along with land. The Government of Rajasthan is intended to encourage the youth and industries by offering concession under Rajasthan Industrial Incentive Scheme; the movement would help the youth to move forward. Considering forthcoming elections in the state, the government has decided to develop a cluster of small and medium sized industry through the Department of Industries and RFC. The projects from young entrepreneurs would be selected on basis of competition.

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The selected youth would be offered loans on easy terms and low interest rates. RIICO would avail land in industrial area on lesser reserved rates and similarly the Department of Industries would offer additional rebates in terms of electricity, duty, vat and excise. There is a provision in RIICO to allot 30% land for small scale industries on reserved rates but in this scheme more than 30% industrial land would be availed in further less reserved rates.

Had to Take Decision: Small and Medium sized industries are in danger in the state. The village cottage industry in rural areas has almost died due to lack of quality, modern technology and marketing networks. The government has encouraged giant industries only in the name of capital investment from past one decade. Meanwhile the issues and problems of small scale industries have been overlooked. Large population is connected with tiny, small and medium scale industries and the government is trying to add them into their vote bank through reforms.

Government Undertaking is in Crisis: Several government undertakings providing relief to small scale industries, royal craftsmen and artisans is passing through a period of financial crisis from past several years. Certain undertakings are even striving for their wages. The government has provided financial aid to overcome the situation. Such undertakings include Rajasthan State Weavers Association, Rajasthan Small Scale Industries Corporation, National Handloom Corporation, SpinFed, Khadi and Village Industries Board etc.

Investments Increased – Not Industries and Employment: During the last seven years investment in small scale industries has risen but it has failed to generate proper employment in the region. The statistics from Department of industries revealed the facts that the investment has gone up from 155192.90 Lacs to 278806.43 Lacs from 2006 to 2012 but the employment rate in respect to investment has not moved much.

Self Help Groups are Not Considered as Small Scale Industries: There are around 2.50 Lac women in the state who are engaged in self help group to generate employment. The state government does not consider them as Small Scale Industries. These groups are involved in activities like making Papad, Rakhis, Mangori, Pickle, Stitching etc. Some women are running dairies too. According to the officials of Department of Industries that they face problem in registration as there are multiple proprietors are involved in the group and banks also avoid providing financial aid to such projects. It is recommended that such self help groups must register themselves as an institution to avail the benefits offered by the state government.

Problems of Small Scale industries:

  • Increasing competition in the market.
  • Lack of marketing networks.
  • Lack of managerial capacity and staff.
  • Lack of skilled and trained workers.
  • Poor quality of products.
  • Do not get government incentives.
  • Lack of appropriate resources.
  • Rising costs and declining profits led to closure.
  • Lack of marginal money.

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Udaipur News Tid Bits – Week #3

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#1 Hey, is it a River? 

The WAPCOS officials surveyed the Ayad River and prepared the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Ayad River Development Project. While at the survey of the Ayad River the first thing the experts uttered in exclamation – Whether is it a river or a dirty water drain? The team spotted drain and sewerage at many places directly falling into the Ayad River. The experts would suggest in the DPR that how the river could be made free from deterioration and contamination. The Ayad River development project is expected a worth 907 million rupees according to the report prepared by the WAPCOS team.

 

#2 Petrol Prices Bring Smile on Faces

The riders and vehicle owners of Udaipur and the nation took a sigh of relief when they heard a downfall of petrol rates by Rs 3/- per liter on 1st May 2013. The revised rates became applicable from the Wednesday. The previous rate of petrol was Rupees 69.22 per liter which after revision has become Rupees 66.06 per liter reporting a decrease of Rupees 3.16 per liter. Additionally the non subsidized LPG cylinder has also faced a decrease in its price of Rupees 54.00 per cylinder. The subsidized LPG cylinders price has been kept intact.

 

#3 Bollywood Stars to Teach Acting in Udaipur

It’s a cheering moment for the young talent and residents of Udaipur who wishes to try a career on Silver Screen, Bollywood as an actor or actress. The decision was taken in the Academic Council’s Meeting held at Rajasthan Vidyapeeth, Udaipur. Mr. Sargandevot, Chancellor of Rajasthan Vidhyapeet, revealed that the University would soon start a course in Theatre Diploma this year. University administration is planning to call various Bollywood stars as guest faculty who would share their lectures with the students and there would not be any age limit for these courses. Apart from this course the University is also planning to launch new course of Ph.D. in Homeopathy.

 

#4 Schools Observing Summer Holidays

As the sun getting hotter; various private schools of Udaipur has declared summer holidays from 1st May 2013 for primary section. Other schools are planning for rest of the classes from 4th May or 11th May. Senior classes who are going regular, their time has been rescheduled and classes are organized in early hours to facilitate children and parents. Parents are also feeling relieved because this time schools have taken initiative and without parent’s intervention the holidays have been declared. The schools which have declared holidays include MMVM, MPS, Central Academy, Saint Pauls, Saint Mary, MDS, CPS and Saint Teresa etc.

 

#5 No More Noise Pollution After 10 PM

The city administration has started tightening the grip on noise polluters and has released strict orders to prevent noise pollution after 10’ PM. The ADM Mohammed Yaseen Pathan has directed all Police Incharge at Police Stations to register a case against those who are found guilty. Police Stations are likely to confirm the activities at hotels, restaurants, marriage garden in coming days. If they found loud music at any place after 10 PM they are suppose reach with force with pollution meter to check the level of noise pollution and take necessary actions if found breaking the rules.

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Sculpture Symposium leaves behind International Masterpieces to be erected in the city of Udaipur

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international monumental symposium

Monumental Sculptures are fascinating to watch. They not only provide a city with elegance and grandeur, they help define it. Inspirational and overbearing, these structures tell you a lot about a place and its people. Well it takes great efforts and determination to carve them in the first place. And to see more than a dozen of them crafted at the same time is surely an experience of a lifetime.

The First International Monumental Sculpture Symposium concluded last week in Udaipur. The ideal venue for it was the cultural village of Shilpgram where 21 artists from across the country and the world came together to exhibit their craftsmanship. This post is dedicated to the fabulous masterpieces that they left behind.

Bringing in their signature styles to their work, the artists who participated in the symposium had to deal with the Udaipur climate for a month to finish their works. The April heat and the windy showers that slightly jeopardized the ceremony at the end.  Now that the sculptures are ready, they wait for their installation at different locations of the city. So even though you might not have visited the symposium, be prepared to see the sculptures as landmarks in the city of Udaipur.

This giant effort has been successful because of Bhupesh Kavadia, a sculpture artist himself, who put together the idea of the symposium. I wish that this legacy continues in the future as the city of Udaipur offers the perfect setting and material for this kind of event.

However I might have one complain to make. The symposium went on for a month. I visited it for more than a couple of times to catch the sculptures in different stages of creation and to talk to the artists but I hardly found any visitors arriving on their own interest. The people of the city will have to appreciate more and take higher interests to make such events successful. Afterall this effort is incomplete without everyone’s participation.

Here is a compilation of works from the symposium: Video Link Here

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Article By : Koustubh Bhattacharya

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Udaipur News Tid Bits – Week #2

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#1 Fire Broke Out in Madri

Massive fire broke out on 20th April at Road No 3 Madri Industrial Area in a Tare Godown around at 1.30 am. The premises belonged to Bhanwarlal Jain and was registered as Rohit Traders. Electric short circuit was assumed to be the primary reason which exploded into a huge fire. Soon after the incident the neighbor in the nearby industries noticed bursting fire and soon informed the Fire Brigade. Immediate help was sent by Hindustan Zinc Limited and their fire brigade reached at the site at 3.00 pm. It took a couple of days to completely extinguish the fire. The extreme heat had weakened the building structure and a major part of the building was collapsed after the fire.

#2 Dialysis Saved the Life of a Swine Flu Patient

A young woman from Neemuch admitted in Udaipur suffered from both of kidney failures at the time of delivery. She also reported H1N1 positive and was suffering from swine flu. The family of the diseased lost all hope and a sudden miracle saved her both kidneys and also recovered her from swine flu. According to the Nephrologist Dr. Mukesh Barjatya the woman’s life was in danger and apart from all challenges they started the dialysis of the patient. Since she was also suffering from swine flu, other patients in the ward were also prone of the virus attack. Other patients were treated for swine flu as a precautionary measure. After repeated dialysis, women recovered from all the ailments and was later discharged.

#3 Delhi’s Case – Emotions Mustered in Udaipur

The recent Gandhi Nagar, Delhi case has also touched the heart and soul of Udaipur. Throughout the week procession, candle march and series of prayers were conducted in Udaipur city. Various social organizations, activists, educational institutions floated across the city and spread the message of saving the girl. It is been evident that a 5 years aged girl of Gandhi Nagar locality in Delhi was allegedly kidnapped and then raped by two young men. After the incident both were absconding and later policed caught them from different cities and were brought to Delhi. The court has sent both of them to Jail. The similar rage has been observed in the capital after the 16 Dec’s Damini case.

#4 Crossroads Would Signal the Level of Pollution

Different colors like Green, Yellow, Pink, and Red would reveal the pollution level at different locations of the city. The plan has been submitted to the District Collector. The project is undertaken by Sukhadia University in collaboration with the Department of Earth Sciences. If everything moves in right directions then in next two months it would be implemented. Initially it would be implemented at Delhi Gate, Chetak Circle, Court Chouraha, Hathi Pole, and Udiapole. The display board would be equipped with censor boards that would check the level of pollution in the air and accordingly display the color on the board. The measurement of pollution and color would be as following:

  • Green Signal: 0 to 50 micron (Air Quality is good)
  • Yellow Signal: 50 to 100 micron (Pollution Normal)
  • Pink Signal: 100 to 150 micron (High Pollution Levels)
  • Red Signal: 150 to 300 microns (Danger Zone)

 

#5 Rupees 10 Million for Not Having Solar Heating System

Udaipur’s Hotel, Pools, Resorts, Hostels and Hospitals would be penalized up to Rupees 10 Million if have not found Solar Water Heating System installed. The General Manager of Rajasthan State Renewable Energy Corporation said to the correspondents in a meeting. According to him Mount Abu is the only region where solar water heating system in buildings is 90 percent. He continued that under the Energy Conservation Act 2001 Solar Water Heating System in buildings is essential. Many responsible officer issue NOC to the establishments without actually inspecting the site. This would be monitored strictly and penalized accordingly.

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VAGUE – Launching on 23rd April 2013

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VAGUE – a most exclusive hang out place is opening on 23rd April 2013 at Shobhagpura, Udaipur. It’s extraordinary and unique interior makes it an exception among all other outlets and which makes VAGUE to stand apart. According to the restaurant owners; they define it as most compassionately designed outlet. The dimmed lights tranquilize the surroundings. At VAGUE the environment would bring SMILE on your face. You would find the place where food is cooked with WARMTH and served with LOVE.

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Besides the attractive and lush interiors people would come and love the place as it also offers very unique, calm and comfortable seating. The creative art lovers would find the milieu seductive and appealing. VAGUE has also taken special care for business owners and professionals as they have made it a Free Wi-Fi Zone. You may access free internet over your laptop, tablet or mobile and for that it is required that you carry your valid identity proof.

VAGUE offers a vast and wide variety of menu. They serve the delightful cuisines that you would hardly find anywhere else at Udaipur. The range of cuisines covers Arabic, Italian, Mexican, American, Chinese and Indian Fast Food. Some mouth watering delicacies that would be served at VAGUE include American Pan Cake, Frankie, Burrito, Tacos, Falafel and Pasta. If you love Indian Fast Food you can also enjoy it too at the restaurant. Every category has been given ample attraction while setting and designing the menu. The recipes of all cuisines have been developed and customized in house by the VAGUE team and they have put enormous efforts devising their own unique taste with the special Indian touch.

The restaurant is opening for public on 23rd April, 2013 at 227, Shobhagpura, Udaipur.

It is a complete Air Conditioned outlet which would offer its services from 11.30 am to 10.30 pm. A strong and experienced lineup of human resource makes the team of VAGUE which would act behind the scene on the stretch. Be the first to hit the stores and become the privileged guest to avail special inaugural offers.

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Udaipur News Tid Bits – Week #1

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#1 Udaipur Celebrates Celebrity Walk-ins

Udaipur celebrated many celebrities’ visits this week. Tollywood’s film actress Anita Has Nandini visited Udaipur on her private journey. She enjoyed scenic beauty of Udaipur and roamed the city and did a lot of shopping. She expressed her gratitude towards Udaipur’s beauty, simplicity and royal hospitality that she had experienced in the city; over social media. Similarly ‘Ye Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai’ fame Akshara, real name Heena Khan also took a stride in Udaipur few days ago. Next to the series the ‘Utaran’ fame Ichchha, Teena Dutta, was in Udaipur yesterday. She had come to inaugurate a women’s outlet in Udaipur. The famous Bollywood Star Sanjay Dutt also came to Udaipur few days ago. Mr. Dutt took the departure straight from the Dabok Airport for a Dargah situated at Neemach. Mr. Dutt flew to Mumbai after paying the ziyarat at the Dargah.

 

#2 IPL Fever Rising Up

IPL 6 fever has started rising up in the heads of Udaipurites. Chatting, Batting Betting, Humor, and Rumor has started carving various shapes. Expression could be seen on the faces of youth when their favorite team wins or loses a match. Indians are die hard Cricket fans and would always remain so. Nothing can take away from the magnetic effect of this game whether it is a five days long test match or a 3 hour’s 20-20 mania. The rage during the climax can be watched anywhere. People returning home even get themselves stuck in front of electronic showrooms where their eyes kept glued on the large LCD/LED screens. When a live match is been available to watch on the latest wide screen LCD or LED absolutely free, then who would bother to be at home to cut their level of excitement over a 21” inches CRT.

 

#3 Weather Takes A U-Turn

The city and the adjoining regions experienced rainfall and hail storms at midnight 18th April. Weather took a turn and after a scorching heat at noon it became pleasurable in the evening. Dust storms were observed in the evening which transformed into rains and thunder showers and continued till midnight. Electricity failure took place at various parts of the city which restored late at night. Hailstorms were observed at some adjoining parts of Udaipur. Today weather cleared off and sun brightened at its full which at noon repeated the yesterday’s story. The sudden change in weather has brought some sign of relief from the scorching heat as the day’s temperature fell down from 3 to 5 degrees. Children also seem enjoying raindrops. After little rains it come to a halt and clouds still kept the sun covered under its blanket. Showers are expected over the city tonight and Saturday along with thunderstorms. Keep enjoying the change in the weather.

 

 

#4 The Attack of Seasonal Diseases

The sudden seasonal changes has brought scaled up graph as the toll of diseased children is rising. According to the sources from Hospitals the seasonal illness has caused over 10 children enrolled on Friday. According to the information the children are easily getting prone to diseases like cough, cold, diarrhea, mild fever and asthma. MB hospital also showed substantial number of patients suffering from seasonal diseases. It is advisable to take special care of recently born babies. Diet should be taken care on priority having full of pleasure. According to the doctors everyone must avoid use of air conditioners, coolers and cold water as these immediately brings viral attack on the body.

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Uttaran fame Ichcha to inaugurate MANGLAM – The Women Shopee

Udaipur is showered with an awesome exclusive outlet MANGLAM for women on coming Friday 19th April 2013 at Fatehpura. The grand launch of the outlet would be inaugurated by the famous TV star Tina Dutta, Ichcha fame of Uttaran, a daily soap telecasted on Colors channel. Speaking to one of the official sources at Manglam revealed that there seemed a need of such an outlet where women can find the all products they need; under one roof. Manglam is coming up to fulfill their expectation. The range of products has not yet been made public and lot of other information would be unveil at the day of inauguration.

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Ladies who are Tina’s fan certainly have a chance to meet their favorite TV actress face to face. Apart from this fabulous opportunity the company has also launched different inaugural offers to attract women of Udaipur. The offers covers fabulous discount on purchase and there is grand opportunity to win an exclusive dinner with the actress Dutta, the inaugural guest for the day.

Stage is set for MANGLAM Shopee is it ready to thrill the people of Udaipur. You may gear up yourself to be a part of its grand opening this Friday on 19th April 2013. Grab the opportunity to meet or even a celebrate a dinner with Tina Dutta and more of that explore the new world of MANGLAM Shoppe and their eye catching product range. Hold your breath till 19th.

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Management Development Programme 2013 for Women Entrepreneurs

Women Entrepreneurs 2013

It has been almost two years that Indian institute of Management Udaipur (IIMU) has started operations in Udaipur. And right from the beginning it has been part of the vision that IIMU should make a difference to the region. The initiation of the Management Development Programme for Women Entrepreneurs (MDPWE) in 2012 was a step in that direction.

This programme salutes the entrepreneurial spirit of Rajasthan and at the same time aims at bringing the womenfolk of this great province into focus. IIMU believes that for that entrepreneurial spirit to continue and flourish over the generations, the ladies of this land have to be encouraged to start their own enterprises. Of course there are numerous women here who are successfully running their own businesses, but it is always a good idea to get a sense of order and structure in their endeavours. This is where MDPWE comes in. This programme is going to take place in 2013 as well.

The programme shall be flagged off in the IIMU campus on April 17 and shall go on till May 22, 2013. All existing and aspiring lady entrepreneurs who wish to get their business ideas honed by experts of IIMs are called upon to register themselves for this programme on or before April 3, 2013. All other details about the programme, including the nomination form, are available on the IIMU website: http://www.iimu.ac.in/mdp-2013/.

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Last Date for Registration

Nominations should reach the Indian Institute of  Management Udaipur, Polymer Science Building,  MLSU Campus, Udaipur 313 001 latest by April 3,  2013.

Course Coordinators

  • Prof. Anjana Vivek, Visiting Faculty, IIMU
  • Prof. Sandhya Bhatia, IIMU
  • Prof. Soumya Sarkar, IIMU

 

For Additional Information, please contact

MDP Office
Indian Institute of Management Udaipur
Polymer Science Building
MLSU Campus
Udaipur 313 001
Tel. No. +91 294 2477-106/100
Fax No. +91 294 2477-103
Email: mdp@iimu.ac.in

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Arth-Samvaad 2013 concludes

Mr. Nipun Mehta, delivering the Keynote address at Arth-Samvaad 2013
Mr. Nipun Mehta, delivering the Keynote address at Arth-Samvaad 2013

The Indian Institute of Management, Udaipur (IIM Udaipur) hosted its first intercollege finance symposium, Arth-Samvaad 2013 in association with YES BANK – India’s 4th largest private sector bank. The event comprised of a paper presentation challenge followed by a panel discussion with stalwarts of the Indian corporate world. The panelists deliberated on the topic “Are Indian Businesses decoupled from the rest of the world?”

Prof. Janat Shah, Director, IIM Udaipur lighting the inaugural lamp for Arth-Samvaad 2013
Prof. Janat Shah, Director, IIM Udaipur lighting the inaugural lamp for Arth-Samvaad 2013
Participating team from IIM Udaipur in the Presentation Challenge, topic being the theme of the event
Participating team from IIM Udaipur in the Presentation Challenge, topic being the theme of the event
Mr. Mahesh Tahilyani, Group Financial Controller, Shapoorji Palonji group, asking a question to one of the contestants of the presentation challnege as the other panelists listen on
Mr. Mahesh Tahilyani, Group Financial Controller, Shapoorji Palonji group, asking a question to one of the contestants of the presentation challnege as the other panelists listen on

The event began with the opening address given by Prof. Janat Shah, Director, Indian Institute of Management, Udaipur. He stressed on the need of increasing industry-academia partnership and the fact that it is the management students and research from institutes which should provide leadership in doing things efficiently and effectively.

As part of Fin Talks at IIMU, the finance club Finomina’s series of interactions with renowned academicians from around the world, Prof. Aswath Damodaran, Professor of Finance at the Stern School of Business, NYU and world renowned expert on corporate valuation gave his views via VC on the topic. Siding with the recoupling phenomenon, Prof. Damodaran opined that with the increasing influx of foreign capital into the country and investment into the country, Indian businesses per se were no longer decoupled from the rest of the world and were increasingly looking to foreign markets for access to technology and capital.

Mr. Nipun Mehta, delivering the Keynote address at Arth-Samvaad 2013
Mr. Nipun Mehta, delivering the Keynote address at Arth-Samvaad 2013

The Key Note Speaker for the event was Mr. Nipun Mehta, Founder & CEO, Blue Ocean Capital & Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd. In his key note address Mr. Nipun Mehta talked about factors such as Easy Access to Capital, Prudent Government Policies, Intra-regional Linkages, and Quality of Institutions to be the key drivers in making India decoupled from the world and less dependent on developed economies. He envisioned a scenario 25 years hence where such discussions would center on themes like “Are Global Businesses Decoupled from India and China”.

Panel discussion at Arth-Samvaad 2013 being conducted by Abhinandan Ghosh(standing), student at IIM Udaipur. Panelists include (seated from left to right) Deepak Doegar, CFO, GE Energy India; Mr. Manish Vora, President & Regional Head – Gujarat, Corporate & Institutional & Infra Banking ; Mr. Nitin Parekh, CFO, Cadilla Healthcare, Mr. Makarand Padalkar, CFO, Oracle Financial Services; Mr. Mahesh Taliyani, Group Financial Controller, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Prof. Ramesh Bhatt, Former Proff, IIMA and Exec. Chairman W One Management Systems
Panel discussion at Arth-Samvaad 2013 being conducted by Abhinandan Ghosh(standing), student at IIM Udaipur. Panelists include (seated from left to right) Deepak Doegar, CFO, GE Energy India; Mr. Manish Vora, President & Regional Head – Gujarat, Corporate & Institutional & Infra Banking ; Mr. Nitin Parekh, CFO, Cadilla Healthcare, Mr. Makarand Padalkar, CFO, Oracle Financial Services; Mr. Mahesh Taliyani, Group Financial Controller, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Prof. Ramesh Bhatt, Former Prof, IIMA and Exec. Chairman W One Management Systems

All the panelists got an opportunity to present their opening thoughts on the theme of the discussion. These thoughts were used as a guideline to carry the discussion further. Coming from a host of different industries, the panelists were able to introduce their various perspectives on the topic. The list of eminent panelists who were a part of the discussion included Mr. Deepak Doegar, CFO, GE Energy India, Mr. Mahesh Tahilyani, Group Financial Controller, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Mr. Nitin Parekh, CFO, Cadila Healthcare Ltd., Prof. Ramesh Bhat, Former Professor, IIM Ahmedabad, Mr. Manish Vora, President & Regional Head—Gujarat, CIIB, Yes BANK and Mr. Makarand Padalkar, CFO, Oracle Financial Services. Covering a wide spectrum of industries such as Energy, Software, Construction, Pharmaceuticals and Banking, the panelists enlightened the students on the recoupling effect of Indian businesses.

IIM Udaipur Arth Samvaad 2013

The presentation challenge saw participation from the students of the top bschools in India. The finalists consisted of teams from NITIE Mumbai, IIM Shillong and IIM Udaipur. The home team, IIM Udaipur with their presentation on “Can globalization & economic de-coupling coexist?” won the presentation challenge which was evaluated and scrutinized thoroughly by the panelists. The event concluded with a question and answer session with the audience and the prize distribution ceremony.

Director Prof. Janat Shah and Keynote Speaker Mr. Nipun Mehta releasing the second issue of Finomina’s magazine, Artharth
Director Prof. Janat Shah and Keynote Speaker Mr. Nipun Mehta releasing the second issue of Finomina’s magazine, Artharth
Winners of the Presentation Challenge, team from IIM Udaipur receiving the winner’s cheque of Rs. 30,000 from the keynote speaker Mr. Nipun Mehta
Winners of the Presentation Challenge, team from IIM Udaipur receiving the winner’s cheque of Rs. 30,000 from the keynote speaker Mr. Nipun Mehta
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Udaipur Nagar Nigam and its Benefits

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Udaipur – Now a Municipal Corporation

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You might remember we had shared hopes for our Udaipur city at the beginning of this New Year 2013. Amongst them one was to convert the existing City Council into the Municipal Corporation. The Honorable Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Mr. Ashok Gehlot has showered the most awaited gift to the citizens of Udaipur while presenting the Annual Budget 2013-2014 for Rajasthan in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, 06 March 2013. A wave of bliss has rippled across every face in the city. People have welcomed whole heartedly the declaration and expressed their glee among each other.

The grant of Municipal Corporation has delighted the people of Udaipur. Although a long awaited decision has been finally made which has pleased everyone here at Udaipur. People and other social groups in the city celebrated joy by carrying firework and distributing sweets.

Of course it is right of every individual of belonging to the city to know the revolution it would bring after having the status of the Municipal Corporation. How the developments would take place and what other facilities would be introduced by having such a remarkable change. Let us summarize them all.

 

Development of Villages

The sphere of the Municipal Corporation would include many adjacent villages. Administrative and Development that were earlier taken care by the Gram Panchayats now would be executed under the powers of Municipal Corporation. Many new wards would be formed and people would get chance to become Councilor for their ward. Villages would prosper and flourish but in the limelight of MC.

 

Development of City on a Wider Scale

Formation of Udaipur Municipal Corporation would lead to open doorways for new big projects and that would certainly bring development on a larger scale. More developments & more projects would offer new employment opportunities to the residents of Udaipur and adjoining villages.

 

Enhanced Administrative Powers

The Administrative Framework would be revived. The Chairman would become Mayor of the city with improved administrative, decisive and financial powers. A C.E.O. of gazette officer rank would be appointed. Instead of one Commissioner there could be two Commissioners who would be working under the C.E.O. The pay structure and other emoluments of the Corporation’s employees would be revised. Thus it would bring cheers on their faces too.

 

Liberty on Financial Front

Municipal Corporation endorses more financial freedom as compared the City Council. Thus this would leverage better development of the City. Earlier the Chairman had power to release budget for Rs. 10 Lac whereas the Mayor can allocate a budget of Rs 1 Crore for the development of the city. Similarly the Commissioner is eligible to allocate Rs 1 Lac whereas C.E.O. has powers to release Rs 75 Lac for the developments projects. So one can imagine the pace of the developments would now take place in our city. Things lying held due to lack of budget would revive and run to touch the finishing line.

 

Better Education System

Inspired by the fast and improved development of the city would attract new universities and colleges to open. This would cater vast opportunities for the students and bring abundant employment openings for the residents. Thus it would certainly strengthen the economy and enlarge the size of Udaipur on a wider spectrum.