W H E P P 2 0 1 9

Leisure

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Assam, the eastern most state of the Indian subcontinent is synonymous with unspoiled natural beauty, teeming wildlife, immaculate tea gardens and warm, beautiful people. It’s strategic location in the northeast of India, and it’s accessibility from the rest of the country makes it the gateway to the northeastern states. It shares borders with Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and West Bengal and also shares international borders with Bhutan and Bangladesh. Assam has five national parks including the World Heritage Sites of Kazirnaga and Manas, and 20 Wildlife sanctuaries. The great Indian one-horned rhinocerous is one of Assam's most famous denizens. Supporting the state's abundant wildlife and luscious vegetation are the monsoons which stretch from late May to September, but there are intermittent rains even in the winters. Winters begins in late November and continues till February. Winter mornigns in most parts of Assam are marked by dense fog giving the land an aura of ethereal beauty. Over the centuries, people of various ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds have been attracted to the fertile valleys of Assam making it a mosiac of various cultures. It is no wonder then that Assam is said to be like a miniature of the whole country itself.

A cultural programme showcasing the rich culture and tradition of the Northeastern states of India is arranged in the evening of 6 December for the conference participants.

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  Brahmaputra River
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  Kamakhya Temple
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  Kalashetra

In addition, we have made arrangements for a day long excursion on December 8. The approximate cost is Rs 1000/- per person, to be paid at the registration desk. You need to opt for it in the registration form if you would like to join the excursion.