privacy-policy

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Information Collection

  • Full name and contact details
  • Age, profession, and participant category
  • Group selection (Junior/Senior)
  • Technical data such as IP address and browser type

How We Use Your Information

  • To process your registration and event participation
  • To communicate event details and updates
  • To manage groups and participant categories
  • To provide certificates and distribute prizes
  • For internal record keeping and event improvement

Data Protection

  • Secure storage in Google Sheets with restricted access
  • Two-factor authentication for administrators
  • Regular security audits

Note: We never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Refund Policy

Our refund policy is designed to be fair while ensuring the sustainability of our event.

General Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable once paid. However, we understand exceptional circumstances may arise.

Refund Eligibility

  • Technical issues during payment where the amount is deducted but registration is not confirmed
  • Event cancellation by organizers
  • Documented medical emergencies preventing participation

Refund Process

  • Submit refund request to finance@gitaudaghosh.org within 7 days of payment
  • Include transaction details and reason for request
  • Credit time: 10-15 business days after approval

Note: Refunds will be issued to the original payment method only.

Terms & Conditions

By registering for Gita Udaghosh 2026, you agree to the following terms:

Participation Requirements

  • Junior Group: Students from 5th to 11th standard
  • Senior Group: Open to all participants above 11th standard
  • All participants must provide accurate information during registration

Event Rules

  • Participants must adhere to the competition schedule
  • All decisions made by the judges and organizers are final
  • Any form of malpractice will lead to disqualification

Intellectual Property

  • All study materials provided are for personal use only
  • Recording of sessions without permission is prohibited
  • ISKCON Vadodara retains all rights to event content

Modifications

Organizers reserve the right to modify schedules, prizes, or terms if necessary. Participants will be notified of significant changes.