I NTERNATIONAL T ELECOMMUNICATION U NION
Radiocommunication Bureau
(Direct Fax No. +41 22 730 57 85)
Addendum 1 to*
Circular Letter
1/LCCE/38
26 October 1999
To Administrations of Members of the ITU and other members
of the Radiocommunication Sector participating in the work of
Task Group 1/5 of Radiocommunication Study Group 1
Subject: Meeting of Task Group 1/5 of Radiocommunication Study Group 1 on Unwanted
emissions and the modification of Recommendation ITU-R SM.328-8 concerning
out-of-band emissions
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General Information for participants in the TG 1/5 meeting,
Bangalore, India , 6-14 January, 2000
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Meeting venue
The ITU TG 1/5 meeting will be held in Bangalore, India from 6-14 January 2000 at the invitation
of Indian Space Research Organisation, Department of Space, Government of India. The meeting
will be held at the
Hotel Le Meridien
28, Sankey Road
P.B. No.174
Bangalore – 560 052, India
Tel.: +91 80 2262233
Fax: +91 80 2267676 / 2262050
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Host
Indian Space Research Organisation Headquarters
Antarish Bhavan
New EL Road
Bangaore – 560 094
India
Tel.: +91 80 3415365/3415474 Extn: 2308
Fax: +91 80 3412141/3415229
Distribution:
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Administrations of Members of the ITU and other members of the Radiocommunication Sector participating in the work of Task Group 1/5 of
Radiocommunication Study Group 1
Secretary General of the ITU, Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, Director of the Telecommunication Development
Bureau
* English only
Place des Nations
CH-1211 Geneva 20
Switzerland
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Meeting Co-ordinator
Dr. S. Rangarajan
Director, SatCom Programmes/Frequency Management
Indian Space Research Organisation Headquarters
Antariksh Bhavan
New BEL Road
Bangalore – 560 094
India
Tel.: +91 80 3415301
Fax: +91 80 3412141
For specific details regarding logistic arrangements please contact:
Mr. Suresh R. Naik
Engineer, Frequency Management Office
Indian Space Research Organisation Headquarters
Antariksh Bhavan
New BEL Road
Bangalore – 560 094
India
Tel.: +91 80 3415365
Fax: +91 80 3412141
E-mail: tg1_5bangalore@hotmail.com
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Hotel accommodation for participants
The request for hotel room reservations should reach Mr. Suresh R. Naik (contact details as given
above) before 10 December 1999.
To assist the participants, a block reservation of nearly 60 rooms have been made at the Hotel Le
Meridien at special rate. which is also the meeting venue. However, once this hotel is fully booked,
efforts will be made for additional registrations to book at another Hotel.
Of course, the delegates have the freedom to arrange their own accommodation in a different hotel
preferred by them at their own effort. However, noting the location of the meeting venue and the
block reservation arranged at special conference rates, it is highly recommended that the participants
stay at Hotel Le Meridien. Transport between the Bangalore Airport and the Hotel during arrival and
departure will be provided by the Hotel for those who stay in the Hotel Le Meridian.
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Hotel address and rates
Hotel
Hotel Le Meridien
28, Sankey Road
P.B. No.174
Bangalore – 560 052, India
Single Room
Superior Deluxe:
US $ 110/(Breakfast included)
Double Room
Superior Deluxe:
US $ 130/(Breakfast included)
Tel. # : +91 80 2262233
Fax # :+91 80 2267676 / 2262050
Club President
US $ 140
(Includes Breakfast, Evening
Cocktail & Snacks,
Tea/Coffee Maker etc.)
Club President
US $ 160
(Includes Breakfast,
Evening Cocktail & Snacks,
Tea/Coffee Maker etc.)
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Travel
Bangalore has very few direct international flights, but good connections to major gateway cities
like Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai by a number of airlines eg., Indian Airlines, Jet Airways, Sahara
Airlines. The hotel has agreed to provide complimentary pick up from airport (and return) for its
guests, provided flight details are provided in advance.
The taxi fare from Bangalore Airport to Hotel Le Meridien is less than US $ 10. Pre-paid taxi
counters are located in the arrival area.
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Visa and Health Requirements
Most foreign nationals require a visa for entry into India. It is suggested that participants start the
administrative procedures to obtain a visa for entry into India with a sufficient leadtime. Moreover
specific health requirements may be in force for certain countries. The participants are advised to
enquire locally with health authorities and/or the India Consulate. The participants are requested to
send their Passport details while sending the Registration Forms.
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Climate
The weather in Bangalore in January should be very pleasant with temperatures ranging from
minimum around 14C at night and maximum in the mid 20s C around noon. Generally, during this
period possibility of rain is less.
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Currency Exchange
In general, there are no restrictions on currency exchange in India and possibilities to change major
convertible currencies are available in Hotel Le Meridien. Major credit cards are readily acceptable
in many places. The current exchange rate stands at approximately 43 Rupees to 1 US $. It is
recommended to keep the exchange receipts in case you wish to reconvert Rupees to the original
currency.
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Language
The local language in Bangalore is Kannada. However, English and Hindi (India's link language)
are widely spoken.
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Electricity
The Voltage in India is 230 V / 50 Hz.
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