How to reach SRM
The SRM University Main Campus (Kattankulathur) is 40 kms from Chennai city on NH 45, and around 20 kms from Chennai Airport. The nearest Bus stop and Railway station is POTHERI. The University is well connected by road, rail and air.
By Train
Those coming from other states in India by train, should get down at the Chennai Central Station, come out and cross the high road through the pedestrian subway and reach PARK suburban metro rail station. Two destination trains are available from Park suburban metro rail station - to (i) Tambaram (ii) Chengalpattu.
(i) If you take the train to Tambaram, then get down at Tambaram and reach the local bus stand there. Take T60 or T60 LSS bus and get down at SRM or Potheri stop. It is a 20 minute travel from Tambaram to reach SRM University. (Total Travel time from Chennai Central Railway Station will be around One Hour).
(ii) If you take the train to Chengalpattu, you can directly reach the SRM or Potheri railway station. SRM University is just opposite to the Potheri railway station.
By Air
The nearest railway station from the Chennai Airport is Thrisulam, located just opposite the Airport. Get on a train towards Tambaram and follow the instructions given above for reaching SRM University.
Nearby Place of Interest
Shore Templa and Pancharathas Temple - Mahabalipuram
Vedanthankal Bird Sanctuary
Airgnar Anna Zoological Park
World’s Largest Marina Beach
Temple City, Kancheepuram
MGM Beach Resort
Taxis
Taxis can be booked online or via telephone from anywere at the
participants expence.
The the leading call taxi services in chennai are mentioned below.
You can click on the link to go online
Mobile phones
Mobile phones must be switched off in the meeting rooms.
Program changes
The organisers cannot accept liability for any changes in the program due to external or unforeseen circumstances.
Language
The official conference language will be English. No translation arrangements will be made.
Certificate of attendance
Upon request a certificate of attendance can be avaliable at the registration desk. Please note that the certificate can be collected only on the final day .
Coffee and tea breaks
For registered participants wearing their name badges, coffee and tea during the breaks are included in the fee on all days.
Lunches and Dinner
A buffet will be offered to registered delegates .
Internet corner
An Internet corner is at the disposal of the Conference Delegates during Conference opening hours at the School.
Dress code
Recommended dress code for the conference and all social functions is smart casual.
Emergencies
If you or any other delegate is unwell, an accident or any other emergency occurs, please dial the national emergency number 108 or contact the registration desk to help you with this.
Smoking Policy
In the conference centre, smoking is prohibited by law. The University is a Drugs & Alcohol-Free, and smoke- or tobacco-free campus, kindly cooperate .
Global Public Health Conference
GPHCON 2014
“Multi-disciplinary Approaches in Public Health: Innovations, Practices and Future Strategies”
Pre Conference Workshop -Thursday 20th February 2014 ;Conference - 21-23 February, 2014
Organized by : School of Public Health ,SRM University
Supported by
Distinguished Members of Public Health Associations of India