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Exposure Visits of Government of Odisha Delegates/Representatives to Singapore and Dubai
Odisha
Details
Objective:
Target Beneficiaries:
- Representatives / Delegates from Departments of Mission Shakti; Skill Development and Technical Education; Women and Child Development; Sports and Youth Services; Health and Family Welfare; Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water; Housing and Urban Development; and any other departments as the Government of Odisha may decide from time to time.
- The scheme may also include officers nominated by any department of the Government of Odisha who have demonstrated exceptional work and contributed in their respective fields, or any other public representatives as may be nominated by the Government of Odisha.
Benefits
- The exposure visits under this scheme offer a unique opportunity for government officials / selected delegates/representatives of Odisha to build their capacity by gaining invaluable experience, expanding their knowledge, and fostering partnerships with international entities. The scheme as such contributes to the overall growth and development of the state in tourism and other fields.
- The entire cost of the exposure trips under this scheme shall be borne by the Government of Odisha. The representatives or delegates who will be traveling under this scheme to Singapore / Dubai are not required to pay anything for the tours.
Facilities for the Delegates under this scheme:
- The delegates will be provided necessary support for obtaining their passports and visas.
- The delegates will be provided insurance coverage and air tickets for these exposure trips.
- Lodging and boarding at the destination will be provided to all delegates for the trip duration.
- The delegates will be provided guided tours/ exposure visits at the destinations.
- A lump-sum allowance of 500 AED (United Arab Emirates Dirhams) and 190 SGD (Singapore Dollars) shall be given to each delegate for trips to Dubai and Singapore respectively.
- Transportation to and from the native district HQ of the delegate to
- Bhubaneswar, and facilitation for departure and arrival at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA), Bhubaneswar shall be provided.
Eligibility
- The delegate should have completed 18 years of age on the date of travel.
- The delegate should have the requisite physical fitness to undertake the journey, and should not be suffering from any communicable disease as of the date of travel.
- The delegate should be duly nominated by a Department of Government of Odisha.
Role and Responsibilities of the Delegates:
- The delegates shall provide correct and true details and documents as may be required by the concerned nominating departments, the Department of Tourism, OTDC, passport authorities, and the visa granting authorities.
- The delegates shall be personally responsible for abiding by the law of the country they will be traveling to under this scheme.
- The delegates shall be personally responsible in case of theft of their belongings during the trip.
- The delegates shall be personally responsible for abiding by the customs and immigration rules of India as well as UAE and Singapore, whichever may be applicable.
- The delegates shall follow the travel advisory issued by the Department of Tourism in letter and spirit and conduct themselves during the trip in a manner that will not tarnish the image of the State of Odisha in a foreign country.
Application Process
Documents Required
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main objective of the scheme?
The main objective of the scheme is to build the capacity of the delegates, giving an out-of-the-box learning platform through visiting institutes of eminence, organisations, and infrastructure projects of the two international cities, Dubai and Singapore, and also support the flights with sustainable passenger load since these direct flights are supported by the Government of Odisha.
Which government department is responsible for implementing this scheme?
The Department of Tourism of the Government of Odisha is responsible for implementing this scheme.
Which international cities are included in the exposure visits, and why were they chosen?
The exposure visits are to Dubai (UAE) and Singapore. These cities were chosen to provide an out-of-the-box learning platform through visits to institutes of eminence, organizations, and infrastructure projects.
Who are the target beneficiaries of the scheme?
The target beneficiaries include select groups, delegates, and representatives of the Government of Odisha.
Which departments have been identified as potential beneficiaries of the scheme?
The identified departments are Mission Shakti; Skill Development and Technical Education; Women and Child Development; Sports and Youth Services; Health and Family Welfare; Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water; Housing and Urban Development. Additionally, other departments may be decided by the Government of Odisha from time to time.
Is there a provision for including other departments in the scheme?
The Government of Odisha may decide to include any other departments as beneficiaries of the scheme from time to time.
What is the minimum age requirement for delegates to be eligible for travel?
The delegate should have completed 18 years of age on the date of travel.
Is physical fitness a mandatory criterion for delegate eligibility?
Yes, the delegate should have the requisite physical fitness to undertake the journey. It is an essential requirement for eligibility.
Are there any health-related restrictions for delegates?
Yes, delegates should not be suffering from any communicable disease as of the date of travel.
Can individuals nominate themselves for travel, or does it have to be through a government department?
No, self-nomination is not accepted. Delegates must be nominated by a Department of the Government of Odisha.
Will the scheme assist delegates in obtaining passports and visas?
Yes, necessary support will be provided to delegates for obtaining their passports and visas.
Is insurance coverage included for delegates participating in exposure trips?
Yes, delegates will be provided with insurance coverage for the duration of their exposure trips.
Can a delegate be nominated by multiple departments for different trips?
The scheme typically allows each delegate to avail of the benefits only once. Multiple nominations for the same delegate may not be accepted.
Can a delegate submit their feedback directly to the Department of Tourism?
No, feedback forms should be submitted by the concerned department, as specified in the guidelines.
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Exposure Visits of Government of Odisha Delegates/Representatives to Singapore and Dubai
Odisha
Objective:
Target Beneficiaries:
- Representatives / Delegates from Departments of Mission Shakti; Skill Development and Technical Education; Women and Child Development; Sports and Youth Services; Health and Family Welfare; Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water; Housing and Urban Development; and any other departments as the Government of Odisha may decide from time to time.
- The scheme may also include officers nominated by any department of the Government of Odisha who have demonstrated exceptional work and contributed in their respective fields, or any other public representatives as may be nominated by the Government of Odisha.
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