IGF 2008 - INDIA

3rd – 6th December 2008

THE VENUE – CITY OF HYDERABAD

AT HICC
(HYDERABAD INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE)

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 Where is Hyderabad?
Hub of India and equidistant between Dubai & Singapore
Hence strategic location between financial and development hubs

Frankfurt 7 ½ Hours

8 ½ Hours
London

2 Hours
Dubai 4 ½ Hours
New Delhi 5 Hours Hong Kong
Mumbai 1 Hour
Hyderabad

4 ½ Hours Singapore

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 Hyderabad
 Fifth largest city in India

 400 years old - Exemplifies modern as well traditional India

 Renowned monuments, mosques and bazaars

 Famous as the hub for IT, Biotech and Pharma industries in

the country

 Convention Capital of India

 More than 5,000 hotel rooms in the City

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 Hyderabad
( Capital of State of Andhra Pradesh )
General Information
Area : 259 sq. miles
Population : 8 million
Rain Fall : 89 cm ( June to Sept )
Summer Temp : Max. : 40º C
Min. : 20° C
Winter : Max 20° C
Min. 13.8° C
December Temp : Max 24º C
Min 16° C
Tourist Seasons : June to February
STD Code : 91- 040
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 New International Airport in
Hyderabad

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 New International Airport
 Located 30 minutes drive from HICC
 Ready in 2008 (First flight Mar 2008)
 Purpose built for the A380 aircraft
 The development of the airport and surrounding infrastructure
would involve a modular pattern and would consist of the
airport terminal building, a 10,000­sqft ‘airport village’, cargo
and warehousing complex, a mini golf club, commercial
complexes and hotels.

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 Flight Services
 9 Domestic and 11 international airlines already fly direct into Hyderabad.

 Including Lufthansa, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, KLM, Thai Airways,

Indian, Jet Airways, Qantas Airlines, Saudi Airways, Etihad Airways,
Malaysian Airlines, US carriers such as American Airlines, and Asian
carriers such as JAL, Korean Airways, Cathay Pacific Airlines are
scheduled for market entry in 2008 along with British Airways in 2009.

 Perfect geographic positioning with travel 8-10 hours travel time from the
heart of Europe and a 4-5 hrs from the heart of Asia/ Middle East.

 One can travel and arrive same day from most destinations across the
world, bringing down the opportunity cost.
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 Hyderabad - Andhra Pradesh - India
Direct Flights to
Hyderabad from :
Amsterdam
International Airlines Bangkok
British Airways Colombo
Doha
Lufthansa Florida
Singapore Airlines London
Osaka
Thai Airways Riyadh
KLM New York
Dubai
Qatar Airways Kuwait
Malaysian Airways Muscat
New York
Emirates Seoul
Air India Sharjah
Singapore
Jet Airways Taipei
And Many More Tehran
Tokyo
Many International flights connect to New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Toronto
other cities which are very well connected to the city of Hyderabad. Vienna
Zurich
 HICC- The Venue
(Hyderabad International Convention Center )

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 HICC Physical Infrastructure
 Built across a 15-acre landscaped environment
 Pillar-free internal hall of net 6,480 sq.meters which can be
partitioned into six halls
 Accommodates 400 tables in Banquet setting and 6000 in Cocktail
 6500 sq meters pre function area
 Sound proof mobile operable walls covered with teak and silk
 Inbuilt rear projection capacity
 Inbuilt sound systems
 Automated telescopic tiered seating for 2500
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 HICC Physical Infrastructure
 Dimmable halogen lights across the entire facility
 Cat walking facility
 Simultaneous Interpretation capacity for 12 languages
 100 rigging points provided on the ceiling can hold weight of
1000 kgs each
 International standard exhibition capacity with fully equipped
service pits at every 6 meters in the hall (power, water,
outflow/waste, cables and phone lines )
 Floor loading - 20,000kg per sq.meters
 Ceiling height of 12.5 meters
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 HICC Highlights
• Cutting edge design features including environmental
sustainable practices
• 287 rooms Novotel Hyderabad adjacent to HICC
• 12.5 Meters High free ceiling height with catwalks and mobile
operable walls
• Private workspace for organizers and their guests
• In-built power back-up generation capability
• 1000+ car parking base
• Huge Loading docks
• 24/7 security with CC TVs
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 HICC Inbuilt Audio Visual
 Sound Reinforcement system
 Auto dome CCD Cameras for capturing live video of the stage
proceedings and project on the main screen display.
 Video Distribution of the proceedings of the Hall to the entire Convention
Centre through various Plasmas & TVs placed at selected
locations/rooms.

 State-of-art Digital Congress Network, equipped with Chairman &

Delegate microphone units enables conferences & discussion seminars.

 DVD Recorders enable recording & storage of all the interpreted

languages or floor language along with video directly on the DVDRs.

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 Security
 All aspects in regards to security as per international standards
 Access control system - 24x7 physical security
 CCTV surveillance internal and external
 Easy access to emergency services- paramedics, police and fire
brigade
 Baggage scanner on request
 Crowd control system
 Hand held detector and door frame metal detector

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 Security

 Fully trained fire fighters as part of First

Reaction Team and Emergency Response Team
 Building evacuation control - 32 fire exits
 Latest technology in smoke detectors, fire alarm
systems and sprinkler systems
 Traffic management system - HICC works hand
in hand with Cyberabad Police & Govt. agencies

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 Hotels Envisaged (USD 150-250)
 Novotel HICC : 150 rooms
 Novotel Shamshabad
(adjacent to new airport : 200 rooms)
 Ista : 80 rooms
 Ella Compass : 70 rooms
 Taj Deccan : 75 rooms
 Taj Krishna : 75 rooms
 Taj Banjara : 50 rooms

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 Hotels Envisaged (USD 50 -1 25 )
( Travel time by coach to venue - 25 min)
 Tara Residency : 20
 Kasani GR : 40
 Luxor : 20
 Ohri’s Banjara : 20
 Other Budget hotels : 250
 Service apartments : 350

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Rooms & Suites

A choice of studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites is
available, depending on space and family requirements.
Modern amenities include keycard security, individually controlled
air- conditioning, Wi-Fi and broadband Internet, 32" LCD, DVD
player, equipped kitchenette (for suites), minibar / fridge, personal
safe and bed size options. Live where you work and play
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 Taj Deccan(5 Star Hotel)

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 Luxor Inn (Budget Hotel)

Located at Madhapur, in HITECH , The Luxor Inn, houses 32 fully

furnished luxury rooms spread across 4 floors, located in the heart of
the Hi-Tech city - Close to everything that matters.

Elegantly furnished with everything from air-conditioned rooms to a

well-equipped kitchenette, Wi-fi internet access, business lounge
and more, The Luxor Inn is professionally maintained with round-
the-clock service.
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 Tara Residency (Service
Apartments)

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 Extensive Local Attractions
Charminar: 
Hyderabad is almost synonymous with
the Charminar. Build by Mohammed
Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of
Hyderabad, in 1591 at the centre of the
original city layout. Charminar lies in its
entire splendor in the middle of Lad-
Bazaar – Hyderabad’s famous bangle
destination. The monument is
illuminated in the evenings.

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 Extensive Local Attractions

Golconda Fort
Golconda is one of the most
famous forts of India. The name
comes from the Telugu words
‘Golla Konda’ meaning
‘Shepherd’s Hill’. Golconda was
originally a mud fort, which was
rebuilt by the first three Qutb
Shahi kings over a period of 62
years. The fort is well known for
its acoustics among other
attractions like the palaces. The
exclusive Sound & Light Show
takes you right back in time.

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 Shopping Delight for Delegates
Hyderabadi pearls & bangles
Pearls from all over the world are said to come to Hyderabad,
because the artisans here are skilled in piercing and stringing
pearls without damaging them. Hyderabad was a princely state
and a very rich one too! The royal patronage beckoned many a
craftsman from the Arabian Gulf, where rare original pearls are
found in abundance.

Zardozi - Embroidery Work

A Specialty of Hyderabad is zardozi (Silk thread and cord)
embroidery work. There is an amazing collection of embroidered
sarees, Lacchas (Long tops paired with long skirts and dupatta),
ghagra and cholis (skirt and blouse), salwar kameez and even
sandals with embroidery work.

Sarees (Traditional India Attire)

Hyderabad has sarees to please every woman, in the world. Ikkat
saris are the famous ones that are locally woven. However
handloom sarees from all over the country are available in
abundance locally.
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 Gala Reception Venue - Chowmahalla Palace
Once regarded as the center of Hyderabad, the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace
was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty where the Nizams entertained their official
guests and royal visitors. Built over 200 years ago, Chowmahalla is renowned for
its unique style and elegance. A synthesis of many architectural styles and
influences, the Palace Complex has been meticulously restored.

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 Thank You

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