The 14th edition of Manchtantra 2k24, an inter-departmental competition at Shoolini University, concluded on Sunday with the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Spiritual Sciences and Faculty of Legal Sciences emerging as overall champions. The event celebrated the diverse talents of students and faculty from various schools, including Agriculture, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, and Management.
The three-day event was inaugurated by Chancellor Prof PK Khosla, setting the stage for a series of captivating performances. The Faculty of Liberal Arts and Spiritual Sciences, along with Legal Sciences, excelled in multiple categories, such as Group Medley, Duet Dance, Anchoring, and Folk Dance. They also secured the runners-up position in the Fashion Show, Flashmob, and Duet Song competitions.
The Faculty of Basic Sciences and Agriculture was named overall runners-up, delivering strong performances, including wins in the Duet Song and Flashmob categories. The Faculty of Management Sciences impressed with their victory in Bollywood Dance, while the School of Biotechnology clinched first place in Stand-up Comedy and placed second in Duet Dance.
A panel of judges, including Taruna Mehta, Kumar Thakur, Sanju Rajput, and Shelja Nahwat, evaluated the participants' performances. The competition showcased various talents, from music and dance to stand-up comedy and fashion shows, engaging students and faculty.
The first day began with performances by the School of Agricultural Sciences, followed by the School of Engineering. Judges were particularly captivated by the Duet Dances, Group Songs, Comedy acts, Folk Dances, and the Fashion Show. Engineering students added to the excitement with Semi-Classical Duet Dance, Stand-up Comedy, and Group Song performances.
Faculty participation added a unique dimension to the event. Faculty members from Liberal Arts and Legal Sciences, including Indu Negi, Punima Bali, Monika Thakur, Saumya Sharma, Swati Soni, Vidushi, and Vineet Sharma, were recognised for their outstanding performances.
The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Biotechnology also made notable contributions, with faculty members such as Sonia Rani, Nishtha Dogra, Shubhangi Sood, Arun Prashar, Kamlesh, Nitika Thakur, Saurabh, Azhar, Mamta, Chandresh, and Rajni participating across various categories.
From the Faculty of Basic Sciences and Agriculture, DD Sharma, Bhagyashree, Somesha Sharma, and Devanshi Pandit took part in the event.
Director of Sustainability and Community Engagement Poonam Nanda said Manchtantra 2k24 brought together the energy and creativity of Shoolini University’s students and faculty, with each department contributing to an unforgettable experience.
October 21, 2024