Privacy Policy – Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan (BVS 2025)

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you register or interact with the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan (BVS 2025) website or related digital platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information during registration or communication:

• Name, Email Address, Phone Number, City/State, Institution/Organization details.

• Payment-related information such as transaction ID (processed securely through Razorpay – we do not store card or bank details).

• Communication data (emails, enquiry forms, support messages).

2. Use of Information

Your information is collected only for:

• Registration confirmation and identity verification.

• Event communication, updates, and announcements.

• Issuing participation certificates, receipts, and official communication.

• Internal record-keeping and statistical reporting for event improvement.

3. Data Security

• All payment transactions are processed securely through Razorpay’s PCI-DSS compliant system.

• We do not store or share your financial/card information.

• Reasonable measures are taken to protect your personal information from unauthorized access.

4. Sharing of Information

• Your personal data will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties, except:

  • When required by lawful authority or government regulation.

  • When it is necessary for issuing certificates, digital badges, or communication by authorized event partners.

5. Email & Communication Consent

By registering, you consent to receive event-related communication via Email, SMS, or WhatsApp. You may opt-out from marketing communication by contacting the event team.

6. Data Retention

The information provided by you will be stored securely and retained only for the duration required for event management and statutory compliance.

7. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

8. Your Rights

You may request correction or deletion of your personal details (except mandatory records required for compliance) by writing to bvs2025ap@gmail.com.

9. Policy Updates

The organizers reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be reflected on this page.