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September 18-21
HITEX Exhibition Center
Hyderabad, India
indiagadgetexpo.com
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FUTURE
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It feels great to see an event like India Gadget Expo happening in India,
especially in our city of Hyderabad. We welcome and appreciate the organizers
for taking the lead and making it possible. Hopefully, we can together raise
the bar in the years to come, perhaps to the level of CES in Las Vegas.
K.T. Rama Rao
Minister for IT & Panchayat Raj
Govt. of Telangana State
India’s Premier Tech Show
The technology sector in India has a major impact on the Indian
economy. The industry has grown from US$4 billion in 1998
to more than US$80 billion in 2014, employing directly and
indirectly to more than 10 million people.
The India Gadget Expo in its 2nd edition is all set to redefine what a
technology event and showcase should be. From the lineup of new devices,
a platform for startups, the incredible line of speakers to the NDTV Gadget
Guru Awards form the grand finale. This is going to be a world class tech
event, the likes of which we haven’t seen before in India.
Rajiv Makhni
Technology Journalist & M
anaging Editor
NDTV
India’s growth in this sector has caused a chain of growth in all the sectors of the industry, thereby triggering
not only outsourcing of projects from clients across the globe, but it has also instigated sectors in India to
adapt newer technology trends to become more competitive in the market place.
Currently, a host of Indian companies are going global with their offerings in the market place. The technology
revolution for the last 15 years has propelled a huge growth and a largely educated and technology focused
I believe that India Gadget Expo will grow exponentially with the
passage of time. This event can have a deep impact not only on
our society, but on the entire nation. Here’s to a more stronger
and vibrant India.
P. Balaji
Former Managing Director
Nokia India
workforce, which is leading India to become one of the top economies in the world.
India Gadget Expo is a platform that facilitates an array of tech-innovators,
manufacturers and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and
expertise, to a huge Indian market. It also provides an opportunity to
directly connect with the tech-savvy consumers.
THE AGE OF IGE
TECH FOR
THE WORLD
GET TO KNOW,
GIVE A TRY, THEN BUY
I t brings a huge opportunity for the
consumers to gain the knowledge and
discover the latest tech, which is going to
rock the world of technology. Get closer
with your favorite brands, give it a try on
the latest technologies available in the
market, before you buy it.
KNOWLEDGE HUB
UNVEIL THE NEXT GEN-TECH WITH IGE
I GE, the acronym of India Gadget Expo is a premier international gadget show in India that serves as a platform
to unfurl innovative technologies. This highly interactive platform brings together all the innovators, tech-inspired
manufacturers, entrepreneurs and retailers to reveal their brand innovations and exhibit their latest products to
the thousands of consumers here in India along with various n
etworks. IGE 2014 was held in HITEX, Hyderabad
that gained global exposure attracting companies all over the world to stage their gadgets. I GE 2015 will host
around 1000 exhibitors across the globe.
For the tech-savvy, this event will be
a knowledge hub that is planned with
keynote addressing, insightful seminars,
well-informed presentations and knowledge
sharing sessions by international speakers;
and above all, product launches with
demonstrations. This collaboration will
be a success factor for the gadget buffs,
consumers and major brands.
MAKE IN INDIA is a major
national program designed to
facilitate investment, foster
innovation, enhance skill
development, protect intellectual
property, and build best-in-class
manufacturing infrastructures.
The Government of India has
taken initiative to strengthen the
manufacturing industry by attracting
foreign investments through this
program.
India Gadget Expo 2015 will
equally facilitate business
environment for the world-tech
product manufacturers to get
associated with Make In India.
Image Source: www.makeinindia.com
T-HUB:
THE TECH-FRIENDLY
TELANGANA
The Telangana State
Government has launched
the T-Hub, which assures to
be India’s biggest incubation
facility. The Phase I of the
T-Hub will be coming up
in IIIT Hyderabad with a
space of 60,000 sq.ft, which
can accommodate up to
500 startups with a seating
capacity of 1000 people.
Whilst already having hardware and software
parks, T-Hub is the integral part of the
bigger picture drawn by the Government
of Telangana. This exclusive platform will
help accelerate the growth of startups in
Hyderabad by providing them an eco-system
of quality infrastructure, mentors and fund
managers. This awesome facility will cater
to three category of startups: Launchpad,
Accelerator and Propeller.
NDTV
GADGET GURU
AWARDS
STARTUP ADVANTAGE
Amidst global stalwarts and tech giants of
this event, the startups will discover a golden
opportunity to participate in IGE 2015, for they
are bound to find a global platform where they
will inevitably fall under the keen eyes of the
tech-ambitious Telanagana Government. Hence,
this global platform will help many startups to get
noticed and hence, the support of the government
also. Consequently, the Telangana Government will
take a prominent position in the world map.
THE BIGGEST TECH AWARDS IN THE COUNTRY ARE COMING
TO INDIA GADGET EXPO 2015 IN HYDERABAD
It has set an industry standard, the most coveted award in technology field. It is the recognition that every
company and product desire, and is the most accepted standard by every user and consumer. This is the NDTV
Gadget Guru Awards and each company that wins it, is assured of instant recognition and immediate success.
Over the past several years, each winner has used the ‘Gadget Guru Award’ logo in all their advertising as a
mark of being the best. This event is hosted by two most biggest names in the tech world: Rajiv Makhni and
Vikram Chandra. This program is aired throughout the NDTV Network. These awards are of highest standards,
judged by the most eminent national jury members and it goes through a rigorous process. After all, of which
only one can win in each category. For more details on Awards, log onto: www.gadgets.ndtv.com
Here’s a list of some segments:
EXHIBITORS’
PROFILE
Eminent exhibitors will hail
from all across the globe
to take part in this event.
Printing / 3D Printing
Home Entertainment
Automotive Electronics
Products & Services
Computer HardwareServices
Internet Services & Multimedia Applications
Computer Software Services
Lifestyle ElectronicsGadgets & Accessories
Communications &Distribution
Mobile Handsets, A
pps & Accessories
Consumer Electronics
Robotics
Digital Imaging &Photography
Smart Home Automation &
Sensors
Electronic Gaming
Tech Startups
Fitness & Sports Gadgets
Wireless Devices & E
merging Technologies
Health & Biotech Gadgets
VISITORS’ ANALYSIS
28,000
FOOTFALL
6,000
SUCCESS
2014
A HUGE TRAFFIC FLOW FROM
ALL ACROSS THE GLOBE IS EXPECTED AGAIN
OVERSEAS &
OUTSTATION
VISITORS
2,500
750
SUPER
SEMINARS
B2B
VISITORS
VISITORS’ PROFILE
Sprawling visitors
across the world from
varied tech-segments
and different walks
of life will participate
in this event. Some
of the segments are
mentioned here:
Global Investors
Enterprise Consumers
CEOs and Managing Directors
Tech Enthusiasts
Corporate SeniorManagement
Govt. Delegates
Technology Professionals
Tech Professionals
Business Partners:Dealers/
Distributors
Bloggers/Media
Media: National and International
Tech Bloggers
1,00,000
FOOTFALL
20,000
Bulk Buyers
6,000 to
10,000
General Consumers
Students from IIT/IIM/Schools
1,500
SUPER
SEMINARS
B2B
VISITORS
OVERSEAS &
OUTSTATION
VISITORS
EXPECTED
VISITORS’
ANALYSIS
KNOWLEDGE CONCLAVE
THE
NEXT
BIG
THING
In Technology
That’ll Drive The World
TOPIC
01
02
TOPIC
INTERNET OF
THINGS
Moving from
Science Fiction to
Science Fact
Key Note Address 2015
From Brands to Devices
THE SECOND INNINGS
FOR MOBILE APPS
Beating the Clutter
TOPIC
03
04
TOPIC
SUPER SEMINAR
TOPIC
THE NEXT GENERATION
OF SMARTPHONES
05
06
TOPIC
SMART CITIES
Is India Ready?
CAR TECH
How the Car is morphing from
an Automobile to a Gadget
TOPIC
GAMING
New Trends that are
Playing Out
3D PRINTING vs
WEARABLES VS
IMMERSIVE VR
What will be the
Next Big Thing
07
08
ONLINE VS OFFILINE
The Greatest Battle
of them all
TOPIC
THE SMART
NEW WORLD OF TECH
STARTUPS
Seminars will be covered by
NDTV National Channels
with Gadget Guru anchor
Rajiv Makhni
SPECIAL EVENTS
NDTV GADGET GURU MASTER CLASS
Vs
5@5
FLASH SALE
PRIME TIME FOR
BRAND LAUNCH
BY E-COMMERCE
ONLY
There will be 5 product launches at
5pm every day with an allotted time of
5 minutes each, till 6pm. The brands
need to book the slot to launch their
products in this zone. To get the most
out of this show, they need to build
an effective consumer engagement
strategy with an accurate display of
their product features quickly in 5
minutes. 5@5 zone is strategically
positioned to create noise for brands
that wish to pleasantly surprise scores
of consumers attending the event.
Every day from 1pm to 4pm,
Flash Sale for IGE takes place
on huge online platforms.
During this time, the users
will get massive discounts on
the featured products from
top brands. It will be a good
opportunity for e-commerce
brands to boost the sales for
their new products.
THE BATTLE
OF GADGETS
Brands can participate to take on
the rival products in a combat
to outsmart each other. Brands
need to conquer contestants to
emerge as the most superior
ones. Judges will decide on the
votes for style, technology, ease
of use, durability, brand service
and price. The emerging winner
will be awarded.
THE GADGET GURU MASTER CLASS IS A POTENT EVENT
FOR BOTH COMPANIES AND CONSUMERS
It is a platform to showcase unique technology or product to a carefully pre-selected audience
that shows great interest in that specific category or field. A company can have a real master
of the craft to demonstrate the true potential of the product. For instance, a successful
photographer can share the secrets of amazing pictures with his favourite cameras or a true
mobile phone expert can arrest the attention of the audience through incredible features that
could be futuristic. The list and potential of these master classes can truly be captivating.
The Master Class is set for a live audience of about 300 people, but will also be subsequently
made into a slick TV show that will telecast in NDTV network and on online show which will
eventually reach the millions. Indeed, its the biggest floor for companies and tech enthusiasts
to come together at India Gadget Expo 2015 in Hyderabad for the first time.
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LAUNCH PAD
IGE 2015 WILL UNVEIL THE NEW TECH
What you want from your product launch, is a jolt!
An impact that will create ripples through your customer base, resound with your prospects, and
shake up your competitors. It’s the way to jumpstart a product, gain market share and enhance a
brand. IGE 2015 will provide an enthralling platform to make all these happen.
Register before 30th July, 2015 if you are willing to launch your brand/product at IGE 2015.
MEDIA PLAN
An effective media plan goes a long way in positioning key messages on media that presents the right
information at the right time to the right audiences. For this purpose, we have embraced a scientific approach
that makes reach and outcomes measurable.
Our key objectives are to increase awareness about the event, enable large scale participation for both
exhibitors and consumers, grow the event as the next big platform for the gadgets industry and encourage
tech enthusiasts to get involved.
RADIO
Big FM and Radio City will air special interactive radio
promotion programs to promote IGE 2015 in Mumbai,
Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune and Hyderabad.
OUTDOOR
PRINT
Hoardings will appear in major airports and high
population density corridors in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru,
Pune and Hyderabad.
NATIONAL: The Times of India and The Economic Times in
Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune and Hyderabad editions.
DIGITAL MARKETING CHANNELS
LOCAL: Eenadu, Deccan Chronicle and The Hindu. A special
4-page pull-out featuring product-display at IGE 2015 will be
published in The Times of India, The Hindu and Eenadu.
Aggressive online brand activities will take place through
banner advertising and Facebook promotions that will
reach an audience of more than 6 million people.
MAGAZINE
THEATRE PROMOTION
Our branding strategy will ensure that your brand appears in
the mainline periodicals. For instance, Think Digital, Stuff,
Business World, India Today and in all other primary gadget
magazines. While, all the major airlines in-flight magazines
will also carry your advertisements.
TELEVISION
DTV as digital media partner for IGE 2015 will telecast 7,500
N
spots of 10/20/30 seconds each along with 8x30mins capsules
and 1x60min prime program on IGE 2015. Exhibitors will have
the benefit of getting featured on NDTV between 2-5 minutes
depending upon the size of participation.
Short commercial films promoting the event will be
played at PVR in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune and
Hyderabad.
OTHERS
Canter promotions will take place in schools, colleges,
at IT parks, in public spaces and through kiosks at all the
major malls and airports.
In association with
SKITS Events is an event planning and
management company with experience in
IP creation, trade and consumer expos and
knowledge exchange programs.
Our vision is to create
and manage phenomenal
exhibitions and events of
international standards
and promote India as a
favorabledestination for
global markets
INSPIRING INDIAN INNOVATION
is an initiative to encourage startups,
educational institutes and the
tech-entrepreneurs to showcase
their rare skills and innovations
on a single huge platform that will
thrill the tech lovers.
Category:
CONSUMER
Category:
ENTERPRISE
Category:
STUDENT
First Prize: 10 Lakhs
First Prize: 10 Lakhs
First Prize: 5 Lakhs
1st Runner-up 3 Lakhs
1st Runner-up 3 Lakhs
1st Runner-up 1 Lakhs
2nd Runner-up 1 Lakhs
2nd Runner-up 1 Lakhs
2nd Runner-up 50 K
Rest of the 10 finalists in each category will get a free display booth @ IGE
SKITS plays a significant role in addressing the needs of both
industries and consumers by curating events that bring together
brands, specialists and the best minds in the business.
Apart from complete event management, the experienced team at
SKITS can also provide consultation services for the venue selection,
invitations, PR strategies, entertainment shows, artist management,
photography, cinematography and integrated branding.
EVENT VENUE
Hyderabad International Trade Expositions Limited is a state-of-the-art exhibition
venue with world-class infrastructure that serves as the most appropriate
destination for exhibitions, trade shows, conferences and corporate events.
Spread across 53 acres, this ultra-modern facility located in Hyderabad is a
popular business and technology hub in India. Three air-conditioned exhibition
halls, large conference halls of various capacities, 5000 quality hotel rooms within
5 kms radius, including a 284-room Novotel Hotel located right next door and
excellent air/rail/road connectivity to and from all major cities of India make
HITEX an unbeatable destination for organizing events of varied sizes and scales.
PARTICIPATION FEE
ADVISORY BOARD
________________________________________________________________________________________
Minimum Area
Exhibitor From India
International Exhibitors
________________________________________________________________________________________
RAJIV MAKHNI
Raw Space
18 sq. mt \ 9000 per sq. mt
$ 275 per sq. mt.
________________________________________________________________________________________
Shell Space 9 sq. mt.
\ 9,500 per sq. mt
Technology Journalist &
Managing Editor, NDTV
JA Chowdary
Managing Director,
Talent Sprint Pvt. Ltd
Chairman, MITS Technologies
$ 300 per sq. mt.
____________________________________________________________________________
Plus Government Service Taxes as Applicable
The shell space participation fee comprises of space and basic package (including wall panels, f ascia with
company name, carpet, reception counter, folding chairs, waste basket, spotlights, power socket - 220 V).
RAMESH LOGANATHAN
Managing Director & VP
Progress Software, India
NITISH TIPNIS
NDTV as digital media partner for IGE 2015 will telecast 7,500 spots of
ASHIM MATHUR
PAWAN AWASTHI
10/20/30 seconds each along with 8x30mins capsules and 1x60min prime
Director: Marketing,
Dolby Laboratories, India
Partner Marketing Manager,
NVIDIA: Asia South
program on IGE 2015. Exhibitors will have the benefit of getting featured
on NDTV between 2-5 minutes depending upon the size of participation.
For more information
T: +91 984 909 7536 | E: hello@skitsevents.com
indiagadgetexpo.com
Director: Marketing & Sales,
HAI-NISSAN
Skits Events India Pvt. Ltd.
1st Floor, HITEX Exhibition Center, Izzat Nagar,
Hyderabad: 500 084. Telangana. India
skitsevents.com
indiagadgetexpo.com
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