The Annual General Body Meeting and Convention of the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) International, a US-based International Organisation, began in Bangalore today.
The conference is being held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Bangalore.
Various dignitaries are expected to attend the meet. Andhra Pradesh Governor Justice S. Abdul Nazeer is the Chief Guest. Lord Diljith Rana, Member of the House of Lords, UK and Lord Rami Ranger, Member of the House Lords, UK are also attending the event. Other important dignitaries include Justice Cyriac Joseph, Lokayukta and former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Secretary Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador T.P. Srinivasan.
GOPIO International’s General Body’s agenda includes the review of the work of its affiliate organisations, the Global International Chamber of Commerce, the GOPIO Foundation, and the various GOPIO Councils and Committees.
Elaborate discussion panels have also been constituted for this event where expert lecturers in their respective fields will discuss issues of contemporary and international importance. The General Body will endorse the appointment of the new Chairman of GOPIO International and review and endorse the report of the Election Commission and the Bylaws Review Committee of its constitutional document.
GOPIO International’s collaboration with the Redberri Corporation in Chicago is expected to further enhance interaction between Mother India and the Indian population at a higher level both in terms of qualitative and quantitative endeavors and in a professional way on a worldwide basis.
GOPIO officials met at Sandwich, Illinois with Dr. Deepak K. Vyas to explore the viability of establishing the GOPIO World Headquarters in Sandwich, Illinois at the Convention Center of the Rediberri Corporation. Options to identify and develop other location shall also be discussed.