The proposal in twenty copies should be forwarded to Secretary AR&DB complete with all information as stipulated in Performa for Seminars / Presentations etc. The proposal should bring out the professional background of the invitee and his contributions / achievements in his field of specialization. The relevance of the invitation to the identified gaps in technology & benefits accruing to our country in terms of our programmes should clearly be brought out. In case any visits to Defence Laboratory is also envisaged this should be specifically stated so as to ensure clearance from security considerations. The proposal would be examined by the concerned specialist panel / ad-hoc-committee / panel & Chairman may approve the proposal based on the recommendations of the panel, Secy. AR&DB and Integrated Finance and the sanction conveyed by Secretary AR&DB / O i/c AR&DB.