The Indian Institute of Metals and Tata Steel, as the Joint Organisers, are leaving no stone unturned to make the NMD celebrations in Jamshedpur, in IIM's Diamond Jubilee Year, a memorable event. Special efforts have been made to make this year’s event a benchmark. Two new features are being introduced i) A special session in which six metallurgists who have made significant contributions will reminisce about their association with Indian Industry/Research/Education, and IIM, and ii) Participation of third year Metallurgy / Materials Science students from 12 selected engineering colleges. All these efforts will come to naught if delegates from India and overseas do not come to Jamshedpur in large numbers. The Organisers extend a most hearty welcome to all delegates.

This is the last and final communication that you will be receiving about the Mid-November 2006 mega event. Therefore, an attempt is being made to provide all the latest information about the event so that the delegates come fully prepared. If you have any queries or need any assistance, please contact the appropriate person as per details given on the inside back cover of this circular as early as possible. The Organisers look forward to the pleasure of your company along with your spouses/companions, if possible.

The events between Monday 13th November and Thursday, 16th November (four days) are detailed below. Some delegates may also wish to join the optional plant visit to Tata Steel on 17th November morning.

Monday, 13th November: International Symposium on Steels for Automotives (STATS 2006) at the Tata Auditorium (XLRI Campus)