[In-Person] India, June 08, Eastern India Local Guides, Let's Meet Up at Victoria Memorial 🇮🇳

Meetup Rescheduled to 8th June 2025

Hello fellow Local Guides from the Eastern Part of India :india: specially West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and North Eastern States!

I’m thrilled to announce an upcoming meetup where we can connect, share our experiences, and contribute to Google Maps together! This is a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded individuals passionate about the Local Guides program and explore one of Kolkata’s most iconic landmarks.

Our Agenda for the Evening:

  1. Explore & Update Victoria Memorial: We’ll start by visiting the magnificent Victoria Memorial, capturing its beauty, and ensuring its information on Google Maps is accurate and up-to-date.
  2. Support Local Businesses: We’ll then venture to nearby small businesses, show them some love, and help them shine on Google Maps.
  3. More Than Just Mapping: This meetup is about more than just updating maps. It’s a chance to:
  • Interact and Discuss: Share tips, tricks, and stories about our Local Guide journeys.
  • Assess Accessibility: Pay special attention to accessibility features, making Maps more inclusive.
  • Enjoy the Ambiance: Soak in the beauty and tranquility of the Victoria Memorial’s relaxing gardens.

Meetup Details:

  • Date: Sunday, 8th June 2025 (Rescheduled)
  • Time: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM IST
  • Meetup Starting Point: Victoria Memorial Main Entry Gate
  • Meetup Type: In-person | Photo Walk | Map Contributions | Accessible Meetup

What to Expect:

  • Rich Map Contributions: We’ll be adding photos, writing insightful reviews, and updating information on Google Maps, with a special focus on accessibility.
  • Accessibility Focus: We will actively check and add information about wheelchair-friendly paths and access points within and around the Victoria Memorial compound.
  • Group Photo: Let’s capture this awesome moment with a memorable group photo!

This is more than just a meetup; it’s an opportunity to connect, contribute meaningfully, and enjoy the company of fellow Local Guides in a beautiful setting.

Don’t miss this exciting event! Come on, let’s hang out, share our passion, and explore together!

Looking forward to seeing many of you there!

Credit - Banner is Gemini AI Created.

33 Likes

Can’t wait to attend!

2 Likes

Most Welcome @ReshamDas Dada.

2 Likes

Can’t attend in person but if it has been virtual you can count me in

1 Like

Lovely and grand agenda @NandKK :+1:

My best wishes for the meetup :handshake:

Looking forward to the recap and what you explored and enjoyed in Kolkata - the city of Joy :partying_face:

3 Likes

Thank you @ShreyaMusings . For Virtual, it will depend upon the mobile network. Will Try for the virtual one for sure.

Thank you @TusharSuradkar dada for your wishes.

1 Like

Sounds like an amazing plan @NandKK Don’t miss to taste the puchkas, luchis and Kolkata biryani
All the best for your meet-up

2 Likes

Thank you @Ssiddharth2000 for the wishes.

And yes, I never miss Puchkas of the street vendors, the taste is mouthwatering awesome here.

@TusharSuradkar dada, Are you also planning to come to Kolkata for this meetup ?

2 Likes

Not this time, buddy.
If you are planning and hosting a mega meetup in Kolkata, I will seriously consider traveling :+1: @NandKK

1 Like

I am seriously planning for this. But on 31st May you are already occupied in Mumbai, hence I asked. @TusharSuradkar

I know you are serious, buddy. @NandKK

But for a mega meetup, local guides have to book travel tickets at least a month in advance.

:plus: I do not see any traction around this meetup.
Who else is traveling from outside Kolkata?
How many have confirmed presence from within Kolkata or W. Bengal or from Eastern India? I have no visibility.

Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi meetups were planned at least 2-3 months in advance.

Also, Pune-Kolkata is a 35-hour journey.
So local guides must plan in too much advance.

2 Likes

I can understand, anyone need to plan a month prior to make the traveling arrangements.

I will definitely plan a MEGA-Meetup in the month of July so that it will be easy for the Local Guides outside Kolkata to arrange the TO and FRO Travel ticket in advance. Thank you for guiding me @TusharSuradkar

4 Likes

Are you shifted and settled in Kolkata @NandKK?
I thought you are traveling there on vacation.

1 Like

Yes Dada @TusharSuradkar , I have shifted in Kolkata.

2 Likes

That is wonderful @NandKK

Let everyone see a few Kolkata or W. Bengal meetups with 10+ attendees
:plus: 10 more willing to travel from outside W. Bengal

I will definitely travel to Kolkata :handshake: for a mega meetup.

2 Likes

All the best for your meet-up @NandKK

1 Like

Thank You @NareshDarji Bhai for the wishes.

Ohh… great dear @NandKK
Very best for your Meet-up, dear Nand.
If there’s a virtual session, we would love to join, please inform accordingly… thanks
Regards
:handshake::sparkling_heart::folded_hands:

1 Like