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About the Summit

Transportation holds immense importance in driving economic and social progress, particularly in the 21st century where technology and connectivity are advancing rapidly. To stay ahead, embracing and tackling the emerging trends and challenges in the transportation industry is crucial. By leveraging technology and connectivity, we can create transport systems that are safer and more efficient and promote sustainability, paving the way for a brighter future.

Given this context, West Bengal Transport Corporation (A Government of West Bengal Undertaking), ‘Host Partner in collaboration with Elets Technomedia is organising the ‘Elets National Transforming Transport Summit: West Bengal’. The summit will focus on the theme ‘Advancing Technology and Connectivity in Transportation’ on 8th September, Kolkata, West Bengal.

The conference will provide an opportunity for key stakeholders from the transport sector to discuss innovative solutions, policy frameworks, and best practices to shape the future of transportation.

5+

Knowledge Sessions

25+

Speakers and Thought Leaders

15+

Partners

200+

Delegates

Key Themes

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Transport Sector Innovations and Disruptive Tech
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Eco-Friendly Transportation Approaches
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Urban Mobility, Congestion, and Infrastructure Challenges
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Electric vehicle (EV)
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Government-Industry Collaboration in Transport
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Transport Safety, Efficiency, and Accessibility
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Data Analytics and AI for Optimal Transport
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Security Systems in Vehicle Tracking

Guest of Honour

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SHRI SNEHASIS CHAKRABORTY

Hon'ble Minister in Charge
Transport Department
Government of West Bengal

Key Speakers
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Dr. Saumitra Mohan, IAS

Secretary
Transport Department
Government of West Bengal

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Rajanvir Singh Kapur, IAS

Managing Director
West Bengal Transport Corporation
Government of West Bengal

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Dilraj Singh, IAS

Secretary
Department of Transport
Government of Punjab

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VK Srivastava

Managing Director
Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation Limited


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UJM Rao

Managing Director
Andhra Pradesh Rail Corporation


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Sajan P John

Chief Operating Officer
Kochi Water Metro Ltd


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Jaishree Jindal

Transport Specialist
World Bank
Delhi

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Eshor Raj Poudel

Consul General
Consualte General of Nepal


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Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS

Metropolitan Commissioner MMRDA
Government of Maharashtra


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Melinda Pavek

Consul General
Consulate General of USA


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P.S Pramoj Sanker

Additional Transport Commissioner & joint Managing Director
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)

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Pankaj Raina

Director
EVCS and PVI Services


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Target Audience

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Government officials and policymakers from the transport sector
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Transportation industry leaders and professionals.
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Academics and researchers specialising in transportation studies.
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Technology providers and innovators in the transport domain.

Agenda

  • 8th September 2023
  • 09:00 AM- 10:00 AM
Registration

  • 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM
Inaugural

Welcome Address - Dr. Ravi Gupta, Founder & CEO - Elets Technomedia Pvt Ltd
Transforming Transport - Advancing Technology & Connectivity in Transportation
Chief Guest - Shri Snehasis Chakraborty , Minister in Charge, Transport Department, Government of West Bengal
Guest of Honor - Shri Dilip Mondal , Minister of State, Transport Department, Government of West Bengal
Dr. Saumitra Mohan, IAS, Secretary, Transport Department, Government of West Bengal
Shri Rajanvir Singh Kapur, IAS, Managing Director, West Bengal Transport Corporation, Government of West Bengal
Shri Debasish Banerjee, Managing Director, Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation Limited
Ms Melinda Pavek, Consul General - Consulate General of United States of America
Lighting of the lamp and egov Magazine launch


  • 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tea & Networking Break

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion 1 : Sustainable transportation solutions for India's evolving urban planning: Electric Mobility Adoption

Dr. Saumitra Mohan, IAS, Secretary, Transport Department, Government of West Bengal)
Shri P.S Pramoj Sanker, Additional Transport Commissioner & joint Managing Director Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
Shri Eshor Raj Poudel, Consul General Consulate - General of Nepal
Ms Jaishree Jindal, Transport Specialist - World Bank
Pankaj Raina – Director Emergency Voice Communication System and Positive Volume Index Services


  • 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation in Transport: Enhancing Efficiency and User Experience: Challenges and Future Trends in Digital Transportation

Shri Rajanvir Singh Kapur, IAS, Managing Director - West Bengal Transport Corporation - Government of West Bengal
Shri U.J.M Rao, Managing Director, Andhra Pradesh Rail Corporation - Government of Andhra Pradesh
Shri Sanjay Kumar Das, Joint Secretary - Department Of Information Technology & Electronics - Government of West Bengal & Managing Director WEBEL


  • 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM
Lunch & Networking Break

  • 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Presentation

Shri U.J.M Rao, Managing Director, Andhra Pradesh Rail Corporation - Government of Andhra Pradesh


  • 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Panel Discussion 3 : Celebrating 150 years of Calcutta Tramways and commemorating the role of CESC with accessible tourism and inclusive transport: Seamless Intermodal Transportation

Ms Nandini Chakravorty, IAS, Principal Secretary - Tourism Department - Government of West Bengal
Shri Rajanvir Singh Kapur, IAS, Managing Director -West Bengal Transport Corporation - Government of West Bengal
Shri Amitava Sen Gupta, Special Secretary, Home & Hill Affairs & Project Director ( IWT), - Transport Department.
Ms Jaishree Jindal, Transport Specialist - World Bank


  • 03:30PM - 03:45 PM
Presentation

Indian Oil


  • 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Tea & Networking Session

  • 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Panel Discussion 4 : Intelligent Transportation Systems and Emission Reduction: Exploring how pollution control boards are integrating technology to manage traffic flow, reduce congestion, and minimize emissions

Shri Debashish Sen, MD - WBHIDCO Ltd. - Government of West Bengal
Shri Sanjay Kumar Das, Joint Secretary - Department Of Information Technology & Electronics - Government of West Bengal & Managing Director WEBEL
Shri Rajanvir Singh Kapur, IAS, Managing Director -West Bengal Transport Corporation - Government of West Bengal
Shri Dibyendu Das, Director Transport ( PVD) - Transport Department.


  • 05:00 PM Onwards
Special Address

Shri Madan Mitra, MLA, Hon'ble Chairman - West Bengal Transport Corporation


Vote of Thanks

Dr. Ravi Gupta, Founder & CEO - Elets Technomedia Pvt Ltd


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Event Details

Venue :

The Lalit Great Eastern

Kolkata

Date and Time:

8th September 2023

9.00 am to 6.00 pm

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