The 47th Annual National Conference of IDA shall be held from 21st

Annual National Conference
First Announcement
The Indian Dietetic Association (IDA) holds an Annual
National Conference every year keeping in with its
objectives. These conferences provide a very good
platform for its members as also for academicians,
students and members of the industry to exchange
evidence based scientific knowledge.
th
47 ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE
OF
INDIAN DIETETIC ASSOCIATION
The Venue
21st to 23rd December 2014
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi is
a premier Medical Institute of India that is committed
to provide quality services and medical care to each
and every citizen coming to the institution. In line
with its mandate, AIIMS strives hard to provide
comprehensive, high quality tertiary care services
(specialty and super-specialty services) to the people.
Being a renowned educational institute with a
spacious auditorium along with other conference
facilities and amenities amidst an academic
environment makes it an appropriate venue for the
conference.
DATES TO REMEMBER
21st December 2014:
Workshops, Award Sessions,
Inauguration
22nd, 23rd December 2014:
Scientific Sessions
Address for Correspondence
Conference Secretariat:
Ms Rekha Sharma, Organizing Chairperson,
Dr. Veenu Seth, Organizing Secretary,
Indian Dietetic Association, Diabetes Foundation (INDIA)
B-11, Plot 3, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi – 110070
Telephone: +91 11 41345550
E-mail: idacon.delhi2014@gmail.com
Website: www.idaindia.com
About Delhi
Delhi is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi,
once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow
lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable
mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created
by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined
avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has
been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires
for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built,
destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of
Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then
as creators.
Theme:
“Dual Burden of Malnutrition - A National Challenge”
The city's importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat
of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich
and diverse cultures. No wonder chroniclers of Delhi culture from Chand Bardai and Amir Khusro to present days writers have never been at a loss for topics. In Delhi, you will
discover that the city is sprinkled with dazzling gems:
captivating ancient monuments, fascinating museums
and art galleries, architectural wonders, a vivacious
performing-arts scene, fabulous eating places and bustling
markets.
Delhi has been the political hub of India. Every political
activity in the country traces its roots here. This was true even
of the mythological era. The Pandavas of the Mahabharata
had their capital at Indraprastha, which is believed to have
been geographically located in today's Delhi.
Weather in Delhi
December in Delhi is a cold month. The temperature can
range from 20-25°C during the day to about 8.5°C during
the night. It is advisable to carry adequate woollens to keep
yourself warm!
Organized Jointly by:
Indian Dietetic Association and
Diabetes Foundation (INDIA)
Venue:
Jawahar Lal Nehru Auditorium
All India Institute of Medical Sciences
Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029
Web site: www.idaindia.com
E-mail: idacon.delhi2014@gmail.com
47th Annual National Conference Announcement
The programme further includes the following:
With great pride and pleasure, Indian Dietetic
Association, together with the Diabetes Foundation
(INDIA) announces the hosting of its 47th Annual
National Conference from 21st to 23rd December,
2014 at Jawahar Lal Nehru Auditorium, All India
Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi.
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5th Founders Oration
•
Prof Amiya Kumar Bose lecture 2014
Main Aims and Objectives of the Association
•
Awards Sessions for young scientists:
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To promote the cause of science by encouraging
the spirit of active pursuit of knowledge and
original scientific research particularly in the field
of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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To facilitate social, scientific and cultural
fellowship and cultivation of goodwill among its
members.
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To uphold Nutrition and Dietetics as a profession in
terms of academic and clinical training and
research.
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To give academic inputs to members and others
from the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
India has undergone a striking demographic and
developmental change during the past few decades
with consequent changes in the nature and general
profile of nutrition related health problems. Obesity
and related non-communicable chronic diseases
are emerging as important health issues,
paradoxically co-existing with undernutrition. The
nation, thus, faces the double burden of malnutrition
with 10-20 percent of its population being overweight
or obese and almost 50 percent being
undernourished!
1.
Founder’s Award 1 (Community Nutrition)
2.
Founder’s Award 2 (Practicing Dietician)
3.
Pratima Kaushik Award (Clinical Dietetics)
4.
Swarn Pathak (Experimental Nutrition)
5.
IDA President’s Awards (Poster Session)
About 1800 delegates from the field of Nutrition and
Dietetics as well as other allied professions from
all over India are expected to attend this three
day event.
The Association is a member of International
Confederation of Dietetic Associations.
About IDA
National Executive Committee & Chapters
Keeping this in view, the theme of this year’s
conference has aptly been chosen as ‘Dual Burden
of Malnutrition – A National Challenge’.
Highlights of the Conference
Scientific Programme - Scientific programme will
include plenary lectures, oral presentations and
poster sessions on diverse topics relevant to the
conference theme. There will be two pre-conference
workshops conducted by highly competent resource
persons on the subject.
In 1962, a group of like-minded professionals in the
field of nutrition, dietetics and health resolved to form
a scientific body to highlight the role of these domains
in the prevention and treatment of diseases as well
as in the maintenance of health. Thus, the Indian
Dietetic Association was founded with Prof. Kalyan
Bagchi as the Secretar y and
Dr. C. Gopalan as the President. To
commemorate the foundation
day of IDA, January 10th is now
celebrated as the Dietetics Day
every year.
The Association has also launched
‘Specialized Refresher Modules in
Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics’ for its members on
distant learning basis.
The National Executive Committee (NEC) is elected
once in 4 years. Senior members from various
chapters are elected to the NEC which plays an
active role in running the organization. Currently, there
are 23 chapters of IDA in various parts of the country.
Each chapter has its own Local Executive Committee
(LEC) which runs scientific programmes and meetings
periodically.
Journal
IDA started its own scientific journal in 1963, coinciding
with the first Annual Convention of the Association. It is
titled the ‘Journal of the Indian Dietetic Association’.