R.N. Marwah & Company were the hosts
in New Delhi of the 2007 World Conference of the Geneva Group
International from the November 22nd to 24th 2007 at the Taj
Mahal Hotel, New Delhi. During the three day event, over 150
delegates from a cross section of countries were able to learn
first hand the richness of our land and network with their
fellow members. The Conference was addressed by Mr. R.S. Mathoda,
Member (Income Tax) of the Central Board of Direct Taxation
as the Key Note Speaker who informed the gathering of the
robust growth in Income tax collections during the year, as
a sign of the growth momentum of the Indian economy.
Mrs. Ambika Soni, Hon’ble Union Minister of Tourism
addressed the Conference on November 23, 2007 and gave an
eloquent exposition on the tourism potential of our country
and the challenges faced by a developing country like ours
in positioning ourselves in the fiercely competitive international
tourism sector. Ayurveda, Yoga, naturepathy, luxury resorts,
ski resorts and ease of communication are some of the factors
that make India an upcoming star in the global tourism map.
In the evening the delegates enjoyed a cultural experience
in a unique setting among vintage Rail engines at the National
Rail Museum, New Delhi. The presence of Mr. Sheelbhadra Banerjee
Secretary, Tourism, Government of India and the audio visual
presentation made by him made the colourful evening even more
enjoyable. The dancers from Punjab and the fire eaters, especially
brought a spark to the nite with their vibrant and fun filled
dances.
On the concluding day, delegates had fruitful discussions
through various Workshops, including a workshop on Doing Business
in India conducted by Mr. Raghu Marwah, Partner R.N. Marwah
& Company.
The Gala Dinner at the Imperial Hotel was the perfect setting
to mark the close of a successful Conference. The Chief
Guest of the evening was the Hon’ble Ambassador of
Swtizerland, Mr. Domnique Dryer.