How many participants can I have in each item ?
Each item needs to have at least 10 participants.
My kid is 5 years old; Can he/she participate ?
Unfortunately, not this year; All participants need to be at least 6 years of age.
Our troupe is performing a medley of songs, that will be about 6 minutes; Is that acceptable ?
No. Each performance should not exceed 4 minutes 30 seconds.
I am not a member of IANT, but my parents are. Can I still perform ?
Of course ! A single membership applies to all family members living in the same household.
All the participants in my dances are members; Do I, as the choreographer or an assistant, also need to be a member ?
Very simple, click the Membership link to begin your enrollment.
I am a parent of my kids who are performing in the India Day events. Can I come and watch my kids performance on that day ?
I hear this time India Day is at a different venue. Is that right ?
event page for more details.
What do I need to upload into my India Day Dropbox folder ?
4 Things: The completed waiver form; An image of the costume; An image of of your group, preferably with the costumes and of course your 4 minute 30 seconds or less soundtrack.
When are the Consular services coming back in town ?
Officers from CGI Houston, usually visit the Dallas area every 3rd Saturday of each month, Check out the upcoming activities page for when they will be coming next.
I need my documents verified before I send them to CKGS. Will this camp help me ?
Yes. That is the exact purpose of the Consular Camp.
I need a Visa to travel to India. Can it to be issued when I visit the Consular camp ?
CGI Houston officials, only validate applications before being sent to CKGS for processing. They will not issue you a new Visa at the camp. Visit CGI Houston's Visa Page for procedures on applying for a new Visa.
CKGS stands for Cox and Kings Global Services. Consulate General of India, Houston has outsourced many of its services including Passport, Visa, OCI Card, Indian Citizenship Renunciation, etc. to M/s Cox and Kings Global Services for processing.
Why should I come to the Consular Services Camp ?
You don't have to. You can directly send your completed application with all the supporting documents directly to CKGS for processing. Although, if you have any questions or doubts about what is being submitted, the Consular camp can walk you through your doubts and help verify that your application and corresponding documents are complete. This may save you some time with CKGS, in the event that your application is not in order.
I forgot to take a few copies. Is there a copier that I can use ?
It depends. The Consular camp is rotated at different locations across the metroplex. When held at the India Association location, members of the association can make copies during the camp.
How do I become a Member of India Association ?
Very simple, click the Membership link to begin your enrollment. At times, volunteers at the camp may also be able to take your membership during the camp.
Why do I have to become a member to make copies or to use the fax machine ?
The India Association is funded by its members. Their membership allows us to pay for utility bills, up keep of the facility as well as the paper and toner for the copier.
Are there places closeby where I can make copies?
Yes. Quite a few in the 3-4 mile radius of the India Association office.
Can I become a member of India Association, even though I may not need to use the fax machine or the copier?
Are you kidding ? Yes, of course. We would love for you to be a member of IANT.
Why should I become a member of IANT ?
Your membership helps promote India's rich heritage and culture in the North Texas community by allowing us to bring huge programs such as the Anand Bazaar and India Day. It also allows for you to become a spokesperson for the Asian Indian community and actively engage with mainstream communities to promote Asian Indian cultural norms as well as represent the Indian community across North Texas.
What are the different kinds of membership ?
IANT offers an Annual membership, a Five year membership and a Lifetime membership. click the Membership link for more information and to begin your enrollment.
I think I already am a member. How can I be for sure ?
Click the Membership link logon to your profile. It will tell you the current state of your membership.
I accidentally paid for my Annual membership, when I had paid for it 6-7 months ago? Will that be a problem ?
No. We will simply extend your Annual membership for a year after the previous one expires.
Does my Annual or Five year membership expire in December ?
Annual and Five year memberships begin from the day your membership is accepted by IANT. e.g. you could become an Annual member in June this year and it will up for renewal June of the following year.
You guys are an awesome bunch of volunteers and I'd like to one like you. How do I go about doing that ?