KashiYatra’24, with the theme “Cadence Kaleidoscope- Old Soul, New Groove”, unfolded as a splendid cultural extravaganza at IIT BHU. This annual socio-cultural fest, spanning three days, featured a rich tapestry of competitions and events.
Acer stood as the title partner, and Tata Steel emerged as the major sponsor, joined by a stellar lineup of sponsors including Lucknow Super Giants, SAIL, NHAI, Sparx, Coke, SBI, Indian Oil, Mother Dairy, Lenskart, Domino’s, and Pulse. Rajputana and ADV grounds came alive with vibrant sponsor stalls showcasing a diverse array of products.
The festivities commenced with a grand inauguration ceremony at Swatantrata Bhawan on January 18th, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration. Throughout the event, the campus buzzed with energy, featuring street plays, solo dances, art marathons, quizzes, beatboxing, sketching, and rangbaaji at various venues. Events were uniquely judged by artists within the same genre, adding a specialized touch.
SB hosted engaging talk shows with prominent artists like Chandan Roy, Satish Ray, Anushka Kaushik, and Luv Vispute. The International Carnival added an international flair with talents like LADA MERET (dancer), Joker, and Casem (graffiti artist).
As Day 1 concluded, the atmosphere soared with the electrifying performance of Vishal and Shekhar, creating an unforgettable experience. Day 2 continued the magic with the soulful melodies of Akhil Sachdeva followed by the dynamic beats of Ravator, sparking joy among the audience.
KashiYatra’24 concluded as a harmonious blend of old soul and new groove, leaving an indelible impression of creativity, diversity, and cultural excellence on the IIT BHU community, as well as attendees and participants from other colleges.
Watch videos of KashiYatra’24 created by the IIT BHU Cone Club:
*Photos courtesy of the IIT BHU Photography Club.