FCCI Programs and projects
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Foundation for Critical Choices for India (FCCI), The Netherlands:
Programs & Projects
A complete list for download is available here (Updated December 2018)
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Date |
Title |
Type |
| 13th December 2020 | Webinar on Merits and Demerits of Uniform Civil Code | Webinar & Interactive discussion |
| 18th October 2020 | New World Order- Role of Emerging Powers | Jubilee Webinar & Interactive Discussion |
| 27th September 2020 | Indian press and news media: Is the 4th pillar of democracy losing its credibility? | Webinar & Interactive discussion |
| 18th February 2020 |
Round table debate on "Fundamental Duties and Constitution of India"
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Debate & Interactive Discussion |
| 29th September 2019 | Seminar and Interactive Discussion | |
| 30th June 2019 |
Kashmir policy of India especially in the context of articles 370 & 35a |
Meeting & Brainstorming session |
| 5th April 2019 |
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Seminar |
| 19th December 2018 | Indian Diaspora Conference 2018 | |
| 2nd December 2018 | “Female Safety in India – A reality check”, Seminar Hotel Van der Valk – A4, the Netherlands
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Seminar |
| 30th June 2018 | Seminar | |
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21st April 2018 |
Annual General Meeting and Brainstorming on future topics to be undertaken by FCCI, that are critically important for India. Restaurent India Palace, Zoetermeer, the Netherlands |
Meeting/Brainstorming session |
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16th December 2017
14th October 2017
1st july 2017
15th October 2016
19th June 2016
5th June 2016
15th April 2016
1st November 2015
26th September 2015
13th September 2015
27th June 2015
13th March 2015 |
Exploring India’s potential for breakthrough innovations
Skilled manpower & planned migration from India to Europe and Political Participation of Indian Diaspora in The Netherlands
Maximizing India’s Demographic Dividend & Its Global Implications: A European Opportunity
Indian Rural Women: Role Models, Achievements & Challenges, Bharat Bhawan, The Hague
Understanding the Smart cities program in India
AGM and Brainstorming on Future Topics of FCCI
“Time management and productivity in India”, Castle The Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
Memorial Service in Honour of President Emeritus FCCI, Late. Dr. Vasant Moharir (13th April 1934 – 6th September 2015). Castle The Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
“Rising Soft Power of India & Role of Indian Diaspora”, The World Forum, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Dinner in honour of new Indian ambassador - Introduction of Indian and Hindoestani organizations to the Hon'ble Ambassador of India to Netherlands
Governance and Secularism, Hotel van der Valk (A4), The Netherlands. Freedom of Expression: with or without boundaries ? The Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming / Seminar
International Diaspora Conference
Seminar
International Diaspora Conference
Seminar
Meeting / Brainstorming
Seminar
Obituary event
International Diaspora Conference
Seminar, Celebration and Social event
Seminar
Seminar |
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14th December 2014
24th April 2014 |
"Leveraging Indian Diaspora’s Knowledge, capital & networking resources for accelerating India’s progress"
“Urban Planning in India”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Conference-
Seminar |
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23rd Nov 2013 |
“Coalition Government in India and the Relevance of the Dutch Experience”, Hotel van der Valk (A4), The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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20th Oct 2013 |
“Education and Prevention of Crime Against Women”, Hotel Holiday Inn Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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29th Sept 2013 |
Indian Diaspora Conference, Theme - “The Rise of Indian Diaspora in Europe” Jointly held with FIDE, at Louwman Museum, Den Haag, The Netherlands. www.indiandiaspora.eu
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International Conference |
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4th July 2013 |
“Sustainable Farming in India”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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17th Mar 2013 |
“Vocational Education in India: Relevance of the Dutch Experience”, Hoofddorp, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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16th Nov 2012 |
“Solid Waste Management”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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30th Sept 2012 |
Second Indian Dutch Diaspora Conference on “Connecting Communities and Generations”, Convention Centre RAI, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Organized jointly with the Foundation for Indian Diaspora in Europe (FIDE).
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International Conference |
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06th May 2012 |
“Globalization and Democratic Governance Reforms in India and Tackling of Corruption to Deliver Effective Governance”, Oracle Building, Utrecht, The Netherlands. Following topics were discussed
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Seminar
Paper Presentation |
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12th Mar 2012 |
“Globalization and Democratic Reforms in India”.
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Paper |
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11th Dec 2011 |
“Civic Awareness and Ethics”, Hotel van der Valk (A4), The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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25th Sept 2011 |
Annual Diaspora Conference “Indian Diaspora in Netherlands: Achievements, Contributions & Challenges”, Jointly held with FIDE at The World Forum, The Hague, The Netherlands (http://www.pbdeurope.org/)
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International Conference |
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1st May 2011 |
Interactive Seminar on “Gandhian Ideas and Themes: Relevance Today ”, Van der Valk Hotel, Sassenheim, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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19th Dec 2010 |
“Maximizing the Demographic Dividend for India”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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9th Oct 2010 |
“Governance Reforms in India and Tackling Corruption to Deliver Effective Governance”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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15th Aug 2010 |
Brainstorming session (part I) on “Kashmir” at Hoofddorp, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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29th Aug 2010 |
Brainstorming session (part II) on “Kashmir” at Holiday Inn Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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4th July 2010 |
“Justice Delayed is Justice Denied - European Perspective for Delivering Faster Justice in India” Van der Valk Hotel A4, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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25th Mar 2010 |
“Interactive Presentation and Debate on the Role of Small or Big States in Providing Good Governance in India” Van der Valk Hotel A4, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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19th Sept 2009 |
First European Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (FEPBD): “India Rising: Role of Indian Diaspora in accelerating India’s transition as a Global Power”, Organized Jointly with FIDE, MOIA & other Indian Diaspora organizations, the World Forum, The Hague, The Netherlands.
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International conference |
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June 2008 |
“Broadening and Deepening Diaspora Engagements with India” An interactive session with Mr Vayalar Ravi, Hon’ble Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs. Leiden, the Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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24th Dec 2007 |
“Foundation of Critical Choices For India (FCCI): A Quarter Century of Service to India”, ISBN 978-90-90233622-8, A Commemorative Volume Compiling Work Done by FCCI since 1980. |
Book |
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Dec 2007 |
“India’s Foreign Exchange Crisis and the Role of Non-Resident Indians”.
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Paper |
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14th Dec 2007 |
“Indian Diaspora in Russia”: Interactive Discussion with Professor Igor Kotin, University of St. Petersburg, Russia, Event held at Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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5th Dec 2007 |
Open Public Seminar with Hon’ble Dr A.P. Abdul Kalam, Ex-President of India on “Emerging India: Its Ambience, Dreams and Challenges”, the Castel Wittenburg, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session
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15th Aug 2007 |
Celebration of 60 Years of India’s Independence. An overview of “Sixty Years of India’s Independence and Achievements” Event held at Chamber of commerce, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Organized jointly with other India related organizations
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Seminar, Celebration and Social event |
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6-7th Feb 2007 |
“Water Development in India – Relevance of the Dutch Experience With special Reference to Recycle and Reuse of Water”, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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2005-2007 |
"Tsunami Rehabilitation Fund for India" (TRFI), Joint Initiative undertaken by FCCI. A School Building was Constructed at Nagapattinum District of Tamilnadu in India.
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Project |
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14th April 2006 |
“Vision India 2020: Role of NRIs/PIOs”, Silver Jubilee Seminar and Celebrations, the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands. Following papers were presented,
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FCCI Silver Jubilee Seminar (1980-1995).
Paper Paper Paper |
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24th April 2005 |
Interaction with Dr Amba Pandey of the JNU, New Delhi, on “The NRI/PIO Community of the Netherlands”, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands |
Brainstorming seminar |
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Nov 2004 |
“Interactive Session with Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Dr Manmohan Singh by Mr Jasbir Singh, President FCCI in the presence of then Hon’ble Ambassador of India to the Netherlands HE Shyamala Cowsik during his visit for attending EU-India Summit. Visit held at Noordwijk, The Netherlands
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Visit |
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April 2004 |
“Dual Nationality”, Seminar held at Hotel Holiday Inn, Leiden, The Netherlands. |
Seminar |
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Jan 2004 |
A Proposal for Establishing Europe-India Chamber of Commerce & Trade (EICC). Paper circulated to Indian Ambassadors in Europe & Indian Ambassador to EU.
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Paper |
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8th Jan 2003 |
“PIO/NRI Communities in The Netherlands”, Paper presented at GOPIO Convention, New Delhi, India.
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Paper |
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June 2002 |
“Third GOPIO European Regional Conference”, Event hosted by FCCI at Hotel Holiday Inn, Leiden, The Netherlands. Paper on “Globalization and People of Indian Origin” was presented.
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International Conference/ Paper
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May 2002 |
“Strategy for a Substantial Increase in Trade Between India and the EU”, Group Discussion initiated by Mr M. Jakhanwal, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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2001 |
“Gujarat Earthquake Funds”, Joint Initiative Undertaken by FCCI. A School Building was Constructed and Handed Over to the Local Authorities at Bhuj district of Gujarat in India.
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Project |
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July 2001 |
Interaction with Mr MM Jacob, Governor of Meghalaya on “Sensitive Situation Prevailing in The North East of the Country”, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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July 2001 |
“India-EU Trade Relations: Importance of India-Europe Trade Relations in the Context of Globalization”, - A Background paper.
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Paper |
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Feb 2001 |
Evidence Submitted to the High Level Committee on NRIs/PIOs set up by the Ministry of External Affairs on Dual Nationality/Citizenship and Other Related Issues. Research note providing latest information on status of dual nationality worldwide and answering specific questions raised by the Commission.
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Interactive session |
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Sept 2000 |
Interaction with Mr Mahendar Chaudhry, Former Prime Minister of Fiji. Event held at Oegstgeest, The Netherlands.
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Brainstorming session |
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Oct 1999 |
Petition Submitted to Mr Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Regarding the “People of Indian Origin (PIO) Card Scheme”.
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Petition |
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22nd Jan 1999 |
Publication of the Commemorative Volume “Fifty Years of Indo-Dutch Cooperation”, ISBN 90-9012448-9. Released by Prof. Drs. Ruud Lubbers, Hon’ble former Prime Minster of The Netherlands. Event held at the Castel Wittenburg, Wassenaar, The Netherlands. |
Event |
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1999 |
Interactive session with Mr. R.K. Hegde, Hon’ble Commerce Minister of India and Mr. Prabhakar Menon, Hon’ble Indian Ambassador to the Netherlands. Event held at Hotel Holiday inn Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Interactive Session |
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3rd July 1996 |
An informal discussion on “Economic Outlook and Business Opportunities Under the New Government (of India)”, initiated by Dr John Praveen.
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Brainstorming session
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7th Nov 1995 |
An Interactive Dinner Session with Mr P. Chidambaram, then Hon’ble Minister of Commerce, Govt. of India, on “NRI Role in Investments in India”, Restaurant Maharani, The Hague, The Netherlands.
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Event |
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29th Oct 1995 |
A Group Discussion on “Sub-Continental Realities” led by Maj. General (Retd.) Vinod Saighal.
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Brainstorming session |
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Feb 1995 |
“Indian Economic Liberalization (Reforms) for Sustained and Balanced Growth”, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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Feb 1995 |
“India: In Competition for Globalization – A Comparative View”, Paper presented at Seminar on Indian Economic Liberalization (Reforms) for Sustained and Balanced Growth, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands.
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Paper |
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Feb 1995 |
“East Asian Tigers: Ingredients For Success!” Paper Presented at Seminar on Indian Economic Liberalization (Reforms) for Sustained and Balanced Growth, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands.
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Paper |
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1995 |
Interactive Session with Dr. Manmohan Singh, then Hon’ble Finance Minister of India. Event held at Restaurant Mayur, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Event |
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May 1993 |
“Tourism in India”, Hotel Baron Plaza, Zoetermeer, The Netherlands.
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Seminar |
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April 1992 |
“6th International conference of NRIs/PIOs”, Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands. Following three papers were presented by FCCI.
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International Conference
Paper
Paper
Paper
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1991 |
Petition Submitted to Late P.V. Narasimha Rao, then Hon’ble Prime Minister of India on “Grant of Double Nationality to NRIs and Other Changes in the Indian Citizenship Act such as Removal of Sexual Discrimination in Nationality Legislation, Higher age for retaining Indian Nationality by Children of Indian Parents Adopting Another Nationality etc.”.
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Petition |
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1990 |
“Bharat Dharshan“– A Miniature Model City Based on the Model of Madurodam in the Netherlands for Supporting Welfare of Handicapped Children in India
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Paper/Proposal to Govt. of Haryana and Govt. of India. |
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1989 |
Interactive dinner session with Mrs. Margaret Alva, Hon’ble Indian Minister of Parliamentary Affairs. Event held at Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Interactive session |
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Sept 1988 |
“The role of NRI in promoting India’s Exports”, The Paper Presented to Minister of Commerce, Government of India.
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Paper |
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August 1998 |
Interactive session with Mr. Ramiah, Hon’ble Commerce Minister of India. Event held at Hotel Holiday Inn, Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Interactive session |
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March 1988 |
Petition submitted to Committee on Petitions, Rajya Sabha, India on “Voting Rights to NRIs and Their Representation in Indian Legislature”.
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Petition |
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June 1987 |
Socio-Economic Development Scenarios of India: Trilogy of Background papers on India in the Year 2001,
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Papers |
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Jan 1986 |
Motion for A Resolution tabled in the European Parliament (Document B 2-533/86) “On the Legal Obstacles Facing Citizens of Non-community Countries Travelling Within the Community”. |
Petition |
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1985 |
International Conference of NRIs on theme “Unity of India”, Conference jointly organized with India Association, London, UK. Paper “Punjab Problem and Unity of India” was presented.
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International Conference
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1985 |
Inviting NRI Funds to India
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Paper |
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1985 |
NRI Investment Company |
Paper |
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1985 |
Petition to the Petition Committee of the Indian Parliament to plead case for “Double Nationality, Voting Rights, a Separate Ministry and Representation for NRIs.”
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Petition |
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6-7th Jan 1984 |
First International Conference of NRIs, Taj Hotel, New Delhi, India. It was first ever International NRI conference of its kind held in or outside India. This Conference was inaugurated by the then President of India Giani Zail Singh, Mr. Rajiv Gandhi and many other leaders.
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International conference
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Jan 1984 |
Petition Submitted to EU Parliament on “Free Movement of Non-EU Nationals Residing in EU Countries”. |
Petition |
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Dec 1983 |
The Transfer of Technology to India & the Role of Non-Resident Indians.
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Paper |
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1983 |
Mobilization of Technical, Financial and Intellectual Resources of the NRI/PIO Community in the Service of India – Paper entitled “The Transfer of Capital and the Role of non-resident Indians.” |
Paper |
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March 1983 |
“Grant of Double Nationality to NRIs and Other Changes in the Indian Citizenship Act”. Petition Submitted to Committee on Petitions, Rajya Shabha, New Delhi, India.
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Presentation of the Petition by the representative of FCCI in person |
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1983 |
Some Aspects of Voting Rights and Nationality of Indians living abroad.
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Paper |
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1983 |
Some Aspects of Nationality of Indians Resident Abroad.
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Paper |
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April 1982 |
European Conference of Non-Resident Indians. Event held at Noordwijk, The Netherlands.
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International Conference |
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1982 |
Background paper and petition on “A Case for a New Comprehensive Indian Tax Act Governing Non-Resident Indians” submitted to Government of India.
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Paper |
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1982 |
Voting Rights for Indians Living Abroad in Indian Parliamentary and State Elections and their Representation in Indian Parliament.
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Paper |
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June 1980 |
A Framework for the Future – A Case for a New Constitution for India.
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Paper |
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1980 |
Creation of FCCI, “The Foundation For Critical Choices for India” - The Oldest Think Tank of Overseas Indians, The Netherlands. |
Event |
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2nd December 2018 |
“Female Safety in India – A reality check”, Seminar Hotel Van der Valk – A4, the Netherlands
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Seminar |
| 18th February 2020 |
Round table debate on "Fundamental Duties and Constitution of India"
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Debate & Interactive Discussion |
