Welcome to IIIT Allahabad!
We are delighted to welcome you to the Opportunity Open Source Conference (OOSC) 4.0 at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad (IIITA), Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
This page contains useful travel, accommodation, dining, and local information to help make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Getting to Prayagraj
Reaching Prayagraj and IIIT Allahabad from Major Cities
International travellers can also conveniently connect through:
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL)
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (BOM)
- Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU)
- Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (LKO)
- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (VNS)
From Delhi
- By Flight: Direct flights available from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Prayagraj Airport (IXD).
- By Train: Multiple trains are available from New Delhi and Anand Vihar terminals.
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours by flight or 7-10 hours by train.
From Mumbai
- By Flight: Direct and connecting flights available from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Prayagraj Airport (IXD).
- By Train: Multiple long-distance trains are available.
- Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours by flight.
From Kolkata
- By Flight: Direct and connecting flights available from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Prayagraj Airport (IXD).
- By Train: Multiple trains are available to Prayagraj Junction.
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours by flight.
From Lucknow
- By Road: Approximately 200 km via expressway/highway routes.
- By Train: Frequent trains are available between Lucknow and Prayagraj.
- Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours by road or train.
From Varanasi
- By Road: Approximately 130km via expressway/highway routes.
- By Train: Frequent trains are available between Lucknow and Prayagraj.
- Duration: Approximately 1-3 hours by road or train.
Nearby Major Airports
- Prayagraj Airport (IXD) - nearest airport to IIIT Allahabad (~35 km).
- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (VNS) - approximately 130 km from Prayagraj.
- Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (LKO) - approximately 200 km from Prayagraj.
Getting to IIIT Allahabad
1. From Prayagraj Airport (IXD)
By Taxi / Cab
- Duration: Approximately 20-30 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 300-550
- Booking: Prepaid taxis, Uber, Ola, and local cab services are available at the airport.
By Auto-rickshaw
- Duration: Approximately 30-40 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 100-150
2. From Prayagraj Junction Railway Station (PRYJ)
By Taxi / Cab
- Duration: Approximately 25-35 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 250-450
By Auto-rickshaw
- Duration: Approximately 30-45 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 200-350
3. From Subedarganj Railway Station
By Taxi / Cab
- Duration: Approximately 10-15 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 150-250
By Auto-rickshaw
- Duration: Approximately 15-20 minutes
- Cost: Around INR 100-200
Reaching the IIIT Allahabad Campus
Main Gate (Gate No. 2) to the Visitor’s Hostel
After entering through the main gate follow the signs to the Visitor's Hostel, which is located near the Faculty Building. Alternatively, you can ask for directions from the security personnel at the gate.
- Distance: Approximately 0.7-1 km, depending on accommodation and venue allocation
- Time: 10-15 minutes walking or 3-5 minutes by vehicle
Getting to the Conference Venue
The conference activities for OOSC 4.0 will primarily take place at:
- Computer Centre-3 (CC-3 / C. V. Raman Bhavan)
- Auditorium
- Admin Auditorium
These venues will host keynote talks, technical sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and other conference activities.
Direction signboards and volunteers from the OOSC Organising Team at IIIT Allahabad will be available across the campus to assist attendees in reaching the venues smoothly.
The venues are located within the main academic area of the IIIT Allahabad campus and are easily accessible from the guest house, cafeteria, and other campus facilities.
Dining Options on Campus
1. Campus Cafeterias and Dining
The campus offers multiple dining and refreshment options, including:
- Students' Messes: Various hostels have mess facilities that serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Campus cafeterias(Dwesis): Located near the Library and Temple
- Food Court: Near Student Activity Centre (SAC).
- NesCafé: Near Student Activity Centre (SAC).
2. Visitor's Hostel Dining:
- The Visitor's Hostel has its own dining hall serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Dining Options in Prayagraj City
1. Restaurants and Cafés
Popular dining options in Prayagraj include:
- El Chico: Civil Lines, known for continental and multi-cuisine dining.
- Eden by Connoisseur: Civil Lines, popular for North Indian, Chinese, and non-vegetarian dishes.
- Indian Coffee House: Civil Lines, popular for coffee, South Indian food, and snacks.
- Vintage Kitchen: Lukerganj, known for vintage ambience, North Indian cuisine, and casual dining
- Barbeque Nation: Civil Lines offers buffet, grilled, and North Indian dishes.
- Cafe Coffee Day: Civil Lines, café offering coffee, beverages, and light snacks.
- Sagar Ratna: Tagore Town, known for South Indian and North Indian cuisine.
2. Food Delivery
Food delivery and quick-commerce services are widely available across Prayagraj and the IIIT Allahabad campus area:
- Swiggy: Restaurant food delivery from various outlets across the city.
- Zomato: Food delivery and restaurant ordering service.
- Blinkit: Fast grocery and essentials delivery, usually within 10-20 minutes depending on location.
- Zepto: Quick delivery platform for groceries, snacks, beverages, and daily essentials, generally within 10 minutes in supported areas.
Most major restaurants and delivery services in Prayagraj are accessible from the IIIT Allahabad campus area.
Exploring Prayagraj
1. Places to Visit
- Triveni Sangam: The famous confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers.
- Allahabad Fort: Historic Mughal-era fort located near Sangam.
- Anand Bhavan: Historic residence associated with India’s independence movement.
- Khusro Bagh: A Mughal garden and heritage monument.
- Hanuman Mandir: One of the city’s most visited temples near Sangam.
- Chandrashekhar Azad Park (Company Garden): A historic public park associated with freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad.
- Allahabad Museum: Museum showcasing archaeology, history, art, and freedom movement collections.
- Saraswati Ghat: Popular riverside ghat known for evening views and boating.
2. Shopping
- Civil Lines: Popular for cafés, restaurants, branded stores, and shopping.
- Chowk Area: Traditional market area known for local shopping and street food.
- Vinayak City Centre Mall: Shopping mall with food court and entertainment options.
- P Square Mall: Popular mall with shopping outlets, cafés, and a multiplex.
- Katra Market: Affordable shopping area popular among students and locals.
Distances and Transport
IIIT Allahabad to Prayagraj City Centre
- Distance: Approximately 8-10 km
- Duration: 25-45 minutes, depending on traffic
- Taxi Cost: Around INR 300-550
- Auto-rickshaw Cost: Around INR 200-350
Ride-hailing services like Uber and Ola are commonly available.
Nearby Colleges and Universities
- MNNIT Allahabad: One of India’s premier NITs, located in Teliarganj, Prayagraj.
- University of Allahabad: A historic central university located near Civil Lines and Katra.
- IIIT Allahabad: Premier institute focused on Information Technology and allied fields.
- SHUATS: Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, located in Naini.
- United University: Private university located in Prayagraj.
- IERT Prayagraj: Institute of Engineering and Rural Technology, known for engineering and diploma programs.
Emergency Contacts
Important Numbers
- IIIT Allahabad Security Office: +91-532-2922000
- Visitor Hostel 1 (VH-1): +91-532-2922369
- Visitor Hostel 2 (VH-2): +91-532-2922400
- Visitor Hostel 3 (VH-3): +91-532-2922337
- Police: 112
- Ambulance: 108
- Fire Services: 101
- Website: https://www.iiita.ac.in
- Telephone Directory: https://iiita.ac.in/uploads/Teplephone%20directory385.pdf
Organising Team Contact Details
For Normal Enquiry/Assistance:
In case of a major emergency, contact:
Overall Coordinator: +91 92365-18179 / +91 98919-07290 / +91 62395 91434
Events Coordinator: