Archives August 2024

Hyderabad, August 6, 2024: Krishna Kumar Maheshwari, Managing Director of CIL Securities Limited is unanimously elected as Vice-President of the 107 years old Trade and Commerce body, the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) for the year 2024-25.

Sri Maheshwari has served as a managing committee member for several years and as chairman of various expert committees in the Federation.

He brings with him a rich experience.

On his election, he thanked all those who reposed confidence in his candidature

August 6, 2024: Shriram General Insurance Company (SGIC) has announced that its Gross Written Premium (GWP) during Q1 FY25 has increased by 31% to Rs 733 crore, over the same period last year surpassing the industry growth of 13%. The company wrote 1282017 policies in Q1FY25 and earned a net profit of Rs. 114 crores during the first quarter of FY25, a growth of 17% from Rs 98 crores a year ago period. The company has settled 48290 claims during Q1 FY25, compared to 39076 in the year ago period. The solvency ratio was 3.87 as of 30 June 2024 against the regulatory requirement margin of 1.5. The number of live policies has gone up to 62.85 Lakhs in Q1FY25 from 57 Lakhs in the same period a year ago.

Segment wise GWP (in Cr) till June 2024:

Business line growth as against industry during Q1 FY25:

  Anil Aggarwal, MD & CEO, Shriram General Insurance Company said,

 “Shriram General Insurance has achieved a notable overall growth of approximately 31% in Gross Written Premium (GWP). This growth has been significantly driven by our Motor Line of Business. In the recent quarter, SGI introduced several new products, including Shri Cyber Insurance. We are also planning to launch more innovative products in the upcoming quarter to further expand our offerings.”

Future Plans

Crop Insurance

Shriram General Insurance is targeting a market with an estimated industry premium potential of INR 30,000 crore. “The strategy for is centred on efficiency and innovation, aiming to increase our non-motor premiums and achieve a more balanced business mix” says Anil Aggarwal.

New foray:

Last year, SGI took a significant step by launching benefit-based health insurance products such as Hospital Daily Cash and Critical Illness Insurance. In Q1FY25, the insurer has sold more than 5000 policies under Health Insurance Line of Business. “Building on this momentum, we are preparing to introduce Arogya Sanjeevani, an indemnity-based product, to enhance our health insurance portfolio” says Anil Aggarwal.

Tapping MSME

India has over 63 million MSMEs, of which fewer than 10% are currently insured. MSMEs ought to realise the importance of insurance to sustain business during any unforeseen circumstances. With the aim of addressing this knowledge gap and recognizing the potential of this segment, SGI is developing customized insurance solutions tailored to the diverse needs of this sector.

As the lead insurer for Odisha:

The company has been appointed as the lead insurer by IRDAI to achieve the vision of “Insurance for All by 2047”. The objective for SGI is to increase the insurance penetration in Odisha – bringing every member of the community within the insurance safety net. The company is deploying its agents at the Gram Panchayats to accomplish this mission.

Hyderabad, August 06, 2024: A unique travel event ‘Travernia Fest’ is planned to be held at the Hitex Exhibition Centre, Madhapur, Hyderabad in November. Conceived by travel enthusiasts of the city to build a travel community in the city.

The theme of the Travernia Fest is ‘India Travels’

The Travernia Fest will feature an expo where the travel industry will showcase tour packages, destinations and services. There will also be discussions, deliberations, cultural exchanges, workshops, gastronomical experiences, curated talks, interactions, experiences, travel quizzes and much more.

Experienced travellers, gastronomy experts, travel enthusiasts and veterans of the travel industry will take centre stage to share their experiences and knowledge.

Discussions on topics such as tourism trends, the future of tourism, technology in the tourism industry, cultural tourism, Instagrammable tourist destinations, economical travel, luxury travel, gastronomic explorations, family tourism, etc. will be focused upon.

It is said that there are approximately 70 million travel-related hashtags. Travel photos and videos generate 309% more engagement than non-travel content. Today, the young travel to destinations which allow them to create Instagram stories.

Travel finance, holiday loans, personal loans for travel, insta loans for travel, — Bajaj FinServ, LazyPay, IDFC First Bank, Piramal Finance, ICCI Bank, IndusInd Bank etc and many more offering loans for travel, holidays. Air India has come out with a gift, a travel voucher for this Rakhi Festival. The event will have an exclusive session dedicated to this subject.

Experts on global culinary experiences, heritage tourism and pennywise travel will create awareness about how one can explore the world in all its glory.

The industry veterans will explore the role of social media in the travel industry and how it has impacted tourism globally.

The event will create awareness and promote government initiatives like The Swadesh Darshan Scheme, PRASAD Scheme, HRIDAY, Paryatan Parv, Dekho Apna Desh Initiatives, Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat etc., Green, Rural, Digital, Village Tourism, Destination Management, Skilling in Tourism, Supporting Tourism related MSMEs.

It will be a B2B, B2C and C2C event.

There are a lot of online travel communities from general worldwide travel to women travellers, backpackers, bloggers, magnet collectors, solo travellers, history enthusiasts and many more. Most of these travel communities are spammy and full of promoted and advertised content.

We would like to kick off the Travernia Fest to create a space for travellers who truly want to know and explore Telangana, India and the world.

The event is being curated by a travel enthusiast, eye surgeon Dr Anthony Vipin Das who has explored 45 countries and is the author of the book “Around the World in Magnets” along with writer, Ms. Vidushi Duggal and the event mastermind Vikram Muday.

Dr Anthony Vipin Das and Vidushi Duggal explored travel souvenir magnets in their unique travelogue “Around the World in Magnets”

They are now attempting to build a strong travel community in the city to inculcate the habit of travel.

In a stressful world, travelling is the best medicine to beat stress, rejuvenate and go back to work charged up. There is a common misnomer that travelling is expensive and only the wealthy can travel. There are people in the world who have travelled the world and explored the unexplored with a lot or little money. Through this event we would like to share in the joy of travelling, exploring domestic destinations, travel for cultural bonding, peace, and brotherhood, said Dr Anthony Vipin Das.

Added Vidushi the idea of travelling fills most people with enthusiasm and brings a sense of excitement, joy and happiness. It is a productive way to de-stress, declutter and relieve yourself of the stress you could be experiencing while learning something new about the world. The people-to-people relationships between nations must improve to make the world a peaceful place to live in.

Travernia Fest will be a unique event to listen to incredible travel stories, and explore cultures without stepping out of your home city, allowing the attendees to broaden their perspectives, create pleasant memories, and encourage travel, she added.

With this unique event we intend to bring an unexplored world to your doorstep, giving you a unique experience added Vikram Muday.

The travel market in India is projected to reach USD 125 Billion by the Financial Year 2027 and International Tourist arrival is expected to reach 30.5 million by 2028. By 2029, it is expected to account for about 53 million jobs.

Hikvision India has introduced its 4G Bullet and PT cameras with Two-way Audio. These 4G Cameras function in ideal scenario with power but without network cable. These cameras are easy to assemble and flexible for any kind of deployment. It provides real-time and interactive protection via Two-way Audio.

These cameras come with 4MP high-resolution image output with rich details. They come with water and dust resistant body with two-way audio feature. These cameras have built in feature of human and vehicle detection with smart hybrid light. These 4G Cameras work on 4G cellular data transmission. They are ideal for remote locations, mostly used in BFSI, Retail, Logistics, Transportation, Education, Healthcare and hospitality verticals.

Two-way Audio

With the increasing number of break-ins and thefts, it’s essential to take proactive measures to safeguard your property and assets. The Two-way Audio feature of Hikvision’s 4G cameras provides a robust deterrent against potential intruders.

We can use 4G camera’s Two-way Audio feature to deter intruders and protect property with audible and visual alarms. The camera’s strobe light will flash rapidly, emitting a warning message “Warning, this is a restricted area!” Upon request, the camera can also welcome customers into the store/residence with voice broadcasting “Welcome!” or customize any audio message to meet diverse needs.

The audio alarm features 12 built-in audio messages and 1 customizable audio message. The built-in messages include sirens, warning messages, and welcoming messages. The customized messages can be recorded through the Hik-connect mobile app or uploaded as an audio file on the NVR web portal.

The Two-way Audio (Live Guard) feature is based on Motion Detection 2.0, a smart function that detects humans and vehicles in real-time. Regardless of the mode (smart, IR, or white light), the camera can emit a single strobe light alarm, a single audio alarm, or both simultaneously when an event is triggered depending on the settings.
With the proactive and efficient alarm of Live Guard, combined with 4G wireless transmission, Hikvision 4G cameras offer unparalleled powerful features, effectively protecting your property and meeting diverse alarm/broadcast needs.

Bengaluru, August 06, 2024: Samsung has awarded certificates of completion to its first batch of 250 students of its flagship CSR programme, Samsung Innovation Campus at Sri Krishnarajendra Silver Jubilee Technological Institute, Bengaluru. The students were all from the course in Coding & Programming. Through the programme, Samsung has committed to being a strong partner in the Government’s mission to empower the country’s youth and #PoweringDigitalIndia.

The students who were mentored and trained at Shri Krishnarajendra Silver Jubilee Technological Institute, Bengaluru also participated in a hackathon and devised tech-based solutions to solve real-world problems. The hackathon encouraged participants to collaborate, innovate, and develop a problem-solving mindset. They were awarded certificates of completion at a felicitation ceremony by Sri KM Suresh Kumar, Joint Director, Department of Collegiate & Technical Education, Government of Karnataka, Dr. Abhilasha Gaur, CEO, ESSCI, Dr Paul Vizhian S, Principal, University of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE), and Dr. Vijaya GS, Principal, SKSJTI.

“Samsung Innovation Campus is aligned with the Government of India’s objectives of skilling the youth and empowering them with professional growth opportunities. It is inspiring to see young students develop skills at such a fast pace. We are proud to be a part of their upskilling journey. Samsung is committed to building a platform of skill-based learning that would create job opportunities in future-tech domains, and effect meaningful change”, said SP Chun, Corporate Vice President, Samsung Southwest Asia.

This year the programme goes beyond just skilling to include more exciting opportunities for the students. The national toppers from each domain will receive a cash award of INR 1 Lakh along with an opportunity to visit Samsung facilities in Delhi/NCR. The visits to the facilities will provide the students with an opportunity to interact with the leadership team at Samsung. The national course toppers will also get exciting Samsung products.

During the programme, participants will receive instructor-led blended classroom and online training through approved training and education partners of ESSCI across the country.

The students are also being imparted soft skills training to enhance their employability. The participant mobilisation is being implemented through ESSCI’s training and education partners across India. The approach includes a combination of offline and online learning, immersive hackathons and capstone projects, as well as expert mentorship provided by Samsung employees.

The curriculum structure varies depending on the chosen course track. For instance, participants opting for the AI course will immerse themselves in 270 hours of theoretical training and complete 80 hours of project work. Meanwhile, those pursuing the IoT or Big Data courses will undergo 160 hours of training, supplemented by 80 hours of practical project work. Participants in the Coding & Programming course will engage in 80 hours of training and participate in a 3-day hackathon event.

The programme spans eight educational institutions across four states. In the northern region, training centres are established in Lucknow and Gorakhpur, besides two in Delhi/NCR. In the Southern region, covering states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, training centres are located in Chennai and Sriperumbudur, besides two in Bengaluru.

August 06, 2024: Capital Small Finance Bank Limited (“Capital SFB”), India’s first Small Finance Bank and Edelweiss Life Insurance announced their strategic partnership in Mumbai. This collaboration will enable Capital Small Finance Bank’s diverse customer base to access Edelweiss Life Insurance’s comprehensive suite of life insurance products, thereby meeting their need for financial security.

Mr. Sarvjit Singh Samra, MD & CEO, Capital Small Finance Bank said, “We are thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Edelweiss Life Insurance. As we expand our financial solutions, this tie-up with Edelweiss Life enhances our ability to offer comprehensive and tailored life insurance products to our customers, reinforcing our position as a trusted financial partner. By improving accessibility to quality insurance solutions, we aim to become the primary banker for our middle-income group customers, creating a more secure and prosperous future for them.”

Sumit Rai, MD & CEO, Edelweiss Life Insurance said “We are excited to embark on this journey with Capital Small Finance Bank and will together protect people’s dreams and aspirations. This partnership is grounded in a shared commitment to exceptional customer experience, superior business quality, and highest standards of legal & ethical conduct. This alignment of values will enable us to deliver innovative and reliable solutions to our customers. Institutions like Capital Small Finance Bank, which have a geographical stronghold and understand the pulse of their customers, give us a strategic advantage in bringing innovative products to the market to effectively meet customer needs. We are currently focussed on expanding our footprint across the country and this strategic partnership is a step in that direction.”

Mr. Sarvjit Singh Samra and Mr. Sumit Rai signed the agreement and announced their collaboration at an event in Mumbai today. This arrangement aims to enhance the Bank’s life insurance offerings by providing its customers with access to Edelweiss Life’s digital platform and service touchpoints.

With over two decades of experience in the banking industry, Capital Small Finance Bank has developed a nuanced understanding of its niche market—middle-income segment customers, tailoring its products and services to meet their specific needs. Through this collaboration, Capital Small Finance Bank will leverage its extensive network and customer base to offer Edelweiss Life’s comprehensive suite of life insurance products. This partnership is poised to enhance the customer experience by seamlessly integrating life insurance solutions with their banking services.

Mumbai, August 6, 2024 – Shree Cement, India’s third largest cement group by capacity, announced its financial results for the quarter ended on 30 June, 2024. The Company reported ₹4,835 crore of revenue and ₹ 916 crore of EBITDA.

Financial Highlights (Standalone)

Operational highlights (standalone)

• Q1’FY25 net revenue marginally down by 3% from ₹ 4,971 crore to ₹ 4,835 crore
• Q1’FY25 total sale volume increased by 8% from 8.92 million tonnes to 9.64 million tonnes
• EBITDA reduced by 2% from ₹ 933 crore to ₹ 916 crore
• Sale of premium products stood at 7.6% of total trade sale volume

Mr. Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director, Shree Cement Ltd. said, “We continued to optimize our production processes, enhance cost efficiencies and maintain a strong focus on branding initiatives. These efforts enabled us to navigate the challenging market conditions marked by sluggish demand due to general elections and extreme weather, consistently delivering value to our stakeholders.”

He added, “We will continue our focus on increasing our cement manufacturing capacity to gain market share. This, along with our consistent product quality, positions us well to capitalize on the anticipated rebound in cement demand driven by enhanced infrastructure allocation in the Union Budget, rising housing demand and expected growth in the rural sector.”

Capex Plans

During the quarter, the Company commissioned its integrated cement unit in Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh with cement production capacity of 3.0 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA). Besides this, the Company’s ongoing expansion projects in Jaitaran, Rajasthan (6.0 MTPA), Kodla, Karnataka (3.00 MTPA), Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh (3.40 MTPA), and Etah, Uttar Pradesh (3.00 MTPA) are progressing satisfactorily as per schedule. The Company is working on further expanding its capacities in different geographies to reach its target ahead of schedule.

Power generation capability

The Company achieved a significant milestone of 1 GW (1,000 MW) of installed power capacity with the commissioning of a 19.5 MW solar power plant at its manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh in June 2024, taking its total power capacity to 1003 MW. The Company’s 1 GW+ capacity includes a mix of solar, wind, thermal and waste heat recovery power plants, with high priority on renewable energy to meet the electricity demand for cement production. We are further increasing our solar power capacity by ~ 135 MW across our manufacturing locations in Rajasthan, Panipat, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.

Sustainability initiatives

• The Company’s focus on decarbonization and renewable energy continues. The Company’s share of green electricity in total electricity consumption stood at 54% in Q1’FY25 which is one of the highest in the Indian cement industry. With investments lined up to expand renewable energy generation capacity, the proportion is set to further increase.
• The Company is also steadily making investments to increase its usage of alternative fuels. Notably the company used 0.27 lakh tonnes of agro waste in the quarter thereby conserving fossil fuel equivalent to producing 80 billion kCal and save 0.32 lakh tonnes of CO₂. As part of this agro waste consumption, the Company procured 7,837 tons of stubble during the quarter within the NCR region. The Company also consumed 0.78 lakh tons of hazardous waste during Q1’FY25 replacing the fossil fuel-based heat by 26.3 billion kCal.
• All the Company’s manufacturing locations are Zero Liquid Discharge, treating, recycling, and reusing 100% of wastewater generated from our operations. In Q1’FY25, the Company achieved water positivity level of >6 times. With good progress of the monsoon, for the year as a whole, the Company aims to improve its water positivity level of >7 times achieved in the last year.

Bangur – The master brand

Bangur Cement further strengthened its brand presence with a comprehensive marketing plan across TV, print media, digital platforms and on-ground activations. Building on the success of the “Solid Ghar Sirf Bangur” campaign, the brand ingeniously adapted its key message for the national elections with the “Vote Solid Desh Solid” campaign. This initiative encouraged citizens to pledge for a stronger nation through responsible voting. These media and social campaigns engaged over 100 million people and encouraged 1.8 million citizens to pledge their commitment to vote. Bangur Cement has also committed to donating as many KGs of cement as promised during this campaign, having made a start even before the elections.

Cement market outlook

The ₹11 lakh crore capital expenditure announcement in the Union Budget 2024 signifies the government’s commitment to modernizing India’s infrastructure through various projects and allocations. This together with 3 crore additional houses in PM Awas Yojana and launch of phase IV of PMGSY will undoubtedly drive demand for cement and other building materials.

August 06th, 2024 – CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd, India’s leading consulting firm, today announced its partnership for comprehensive facilities management of four Elan Group malls in Gurugram. This strategic partnership highlights CBRE’s dedication to delivering exceptional experiences for both tenants and shoppers at these premier locations.

The contract, valued at INR ₹7.5 crore has been awarded for one year to focus on professionalizing mall management and maximizing value for its stakeholders. CBRE will leverage its extensive expertise in property and retail asset management to optimize operational efficiencies, implement best practices, and drive tenant satisfaction across Elan Group’s strategically located malls in Gurugram, including Elan Town Centre on Sohna Road in Sector 67, Elan Miracle in Sector 84, Elan Epic in Sector 70 and Elan Mercado in Sector 80.

Rajesh Pandit, Managing Director, Global Workplace Solutions, India & Property Management, India, South East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE, said, “At CBRE, we master the art of facility management, the backbone of a thriving real estate asset. Our services focus on creating an environment that fosters productivity and attracts tenants and customers. Professional upkeep of real estate assets is critical to enhance the brand image of the entire property. We are committed to delivering the highest-quality services with our team of experienced professionals, ranging from routine maintenance to strategic planning, sustainability initiatives, and disaster preparedness. We understand and customise experiences for our clients to tailor unique solutions that ensure their real estate assets operate at peak efficiency while also being prepared to handle any potential disruptions.

We are glad to partner with Elan Group for their Gurugram retail portfolio. Our service portfolio will bring innovation and exceptional service to elevate their properties’ value proposition and ensure a seamless customer experience, building on Elan’s strong legacy. “

Commenting on the partnership, Pooja Patti – Senior Vice President – Mall Operations, Elan Group, said, “Elan Group prioritizes customer satisfaction, striving to exceed expectations at every touchpoint. To further elevate this commitment, we have onboarded CBRE to manage the comprehensive operations of our 4 Elan malls in Gurugram. We are thrilled to associate with CBRE for their unparalleled experience and proven track record in operations management. Their expertise will be instrumental in enhancing the overall experience for both visitors and tenants, ultimately creating a thriving retail ecosystem within our malls.”

Elan Mercado, launched as the first project in Sector 80, Gurugram, introduced high-street retail with luxury service apartments marking Elan Group’s entry into the commercial and hospitality sectors. Expansion with theme-based concepts included Elan Town Centre, featuring colonial architecture on Sohna Road, Gurugram and the successful development of Elan Miracle at Dwarka Expressway engaging global consultants like UHA from London. Elan Group’s entry into the luxury real estate segment was epitomized by Elan Epic, conceptualized as the future of commercial real estate and recognized as India’s first luxury retail destination, achieving spectacular success and establishing Elan Group as a revolutionary force in the industry. At present Elan Group has about retail portfolio with 9 projects across Gurugram.

Mumbai / New Delhi, Aug 6, 2024: Thrive, one of India’s fastest-growing food-tech brands, has joined the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to tap newer customer segments. As the brand onboards onto the Network, all restaurants listed on Thrive can be seen on all apps that a consumer is shopping from across the ONDC Network.

Thrive has more than 20,000 restaurants listed presently, and its reach is rapidly growing across the country. Working towards making food commerce better for every stakeholder involved, right from consumers to delivery partners and restaurants, Thrive is backed by some of the largest food and beverage service providers in the country, including Jubilant FoodWorks and Coca-Cola India Pvt. Ltd.

On the back of the ONDC Network, Thrive will be able to expand its customer base by making the restaurants listed on the apps and its direct solution available to buyers from all ONDC seller apps. The move will help the brand grow its presence and further its mission of equitable representation for its restaurant partners.

As an adopter of the ONDC Protocol, Thrive has already established its reputation as a disrupter in the food commerce space and is making moves to further its presence in the food delivery and discovery segment. By joining the ONDC Network, Thrive aims to create multiple consumer touchpoints through disruptive innovations.

Krishi Fagwani, Co-founder & CEO of Thrive, shared, “Thrive as an organization has always aimed to aid discovery and equal representation for restaurateurs. With ONDC Network, we’re solving demand generation for these restaurants with a Network that aims to accumulate buyers in a decentralized space for sellers of various categories. On the supply side, ONDC Network has a lot going on in terms of new associations, integrations and initiatives. It will be interesting to witness the demand side of things going via the Network. We’re excited to understand the scale of our endeavor with them.”

T. Koshy, MD & CEO, ONDC, said, “The joining of Thrive aligns with our vision of fostering an inclusive digital commerce landscape. Their onboarding onto the Network will unlock new opportunities for the extensive network of restaurants, connecting them with a wider customer base. As more and more brands of varied scale leverage the ONDC Network, it helps every participant, including end-consumers, reap greater benefits as India’s digital economy grows.”

India’s tech stack is growing rapidly, and initiatives like the ONDC are crucial in

Hyderabad, August 6, 2024: Indian Association of Paediatric Anesthesiologists (IAPA)’S Mid-term CME 2024 with the theme “The Paediatric Anaesthesia Connect’ will be held in the city for two days on August 10th and 11th at Hotel The Plaza, Begumpet.

About 200 plus specialists are expected to attend the program to be organised by IAPA in association with ISA(Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists) State Branch.

Disclosing this in a press note issued in the city today IAPA’s Telangana President and the Organising Chairperson, Dr Raja Narsing Rao said it will feature insightful sessions, interactive panel discussions and engaging workshops.

Pediatric anaesthesia is a new speciality emerging very powerful across the globe. Children from 40% of the population in our country. There is an ever-increasing demand for pediatric surgical and anaesthetic services. We need to develop pediatric anesthesiology in India said Dr. Raja Narsing Rao, Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist and President of IAPA.

Dr Raja Narsing Rao, also a Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist at LVPEI and EMRI Green Health says speciality training in pediatric anaesthesia is still in its infancy in India. The majority of children are administered anaesthesia by general anesthesiologists.

The theme of the meet will be ‘Paediatric Anaesthesia Connect’. It is a must to attend meetings for all anesthesiologists including those giving occasional paediatric anaesthesia services too, to improve the safety of the little ones undergoing various surgeries.

It will be a unique opportunity for all anaesthesiologists to connect with experts, expand their skill sets, and stay updated on the latest trends and developments in the field of paediatric anaesthesia.

Dr K. Sailaja, IAPA Telangana State Secretary and Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist at Care Hospital stated “We invite all anaesthesiologists to mark their calendars and make sure to register early to secure their spot at the IAPA Midterm Meet”

Pediatric Anesthesiologist is the most specialised area. If a child undergoes surgery or a procedure Pediatric Anesthesiologist has the experience and qualifications to assist in the treatment and to help ensure that your child undergoes that treatment safely.

The Indian Association of Paediatric Anaesthesiologists is a dedicated professional body in the field of Paediatric Anaesthesia, to improve safety standards and provide a platform for sharing views and information. This association was formed in March 2006. It has over 880 life members.

The association strives to have basic infrastructure and guidelines in place for all places where children are anaesthetised, thus ensuring safety. It also strives to improve the knowledge and skills of those practising this sub-speciality by conducting periodic conferences and local CMEs.