Around mid-2015, several engineers and geoscientists of Indian origin held informal discussions to explore the benefits of forming an India Members Chapter of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba. The main goal of the Chapter was foreseen as an organized effort to help new (including foreign trained immigrant) engineers and geoscientists navigate the path to become registered in Manitoba.

These discussions led to the formation of a Steering Committee to work on preparing a proposal for the Association’s approval. The Steering Committee consisted of Ganpat Lodha, Ramesh Gupta, Vaibhav Banthia, Jitendra Paliwal and Nishant Dhruve. In November 2015, the draft constitution was submitted to Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba for review, and subsequently on February 16th 2016, the inaugural General Meeting of the India Chapter was held at the Association’s office. At the meeting, the constitution was approved and eight executives were elected.

Formal approval of the India Members Chapter by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba was received on March 30th, 2016 thus creating a landmark for our members. Apart from helping new engineers and geoscientists, the Chapter routinely organizes professional development workshops, industry tours, and networking opportunity for its members. With the support and encouragement from existing and new members, India Chapter is continuously growing.