2023 (Oct-Nov)

Inter-College Folk & Tribal Instrumental Music Competition

Date : October 04, 2023

Venue : Miranda House College, University of Delhi

Category: Folk & Tribal Instrumental Music

Organized by: Culture Council, University of Delhi & Miranda House

The Inter-College Folk & Tribal Instrumental Music Competition, jointly organized by the Culture Council, University of Delhi, and Miranda House College, was successfully held on October 04, 2023, at Miranda House, University of Delhi. The competition celebrated India’s rich folk traditions, with 11 participating teams from various colleges presenting an array of regional instrumental music performances rooted in cultural heritage.

Event Coordination:

Coordinator: Dr.Hemant Verma

Observer: Dr. Prerna Malhotra (Culture Council, DU)

Organizers: Prof. Bashabi Gupta, Dr. Nisha Nag, Dr. Kavita Bhatia

Judges Panel:

Dr. Vishwa Raman Nirmal (Film Producer, Theatre Artist)

Sh. Suresh Gandharva (Singer, Founder of Tan Tarang Sangeet Sabha)

Dr. Santosh Nahar (Asst. Director, Central Sound Archives, AIR)

Guests of Honour:

Chief Guest: Sh. Anoop Lather (Chairman, Culture Council, DU)

Guest of Honour: Prof. Ravinder Kumar (Dean, Culture Council, University of Delhi)

Closing Ceremony

The event concluded with a vibrant closing ceremony attended by dignitaries, including the Principal of Miranda House, Prof. Bijayalaxmi Nanda, who commended the students for upholding India’s folk legacy. The guests shared insights on music as a spiritual, educational, and cultural practice.

Competition Highlights:

Judging criteria included desire, song selection, initiative, passion, perseverance, and authenticity of representation. Participants dazzled the audience with colorful folk costumes and stirring performances, culminating in a packed auditorium and widespread appreciation.

WINNERS:

1st: Lakshmibai College

2nd: Miranda House

3rd: Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College

This cultural initiative inspired students to preserve and celebrate traditional music, strengthening ties to India’s grassroots art forms.

Inter-College Mime (Theatre) Competition

Date : October 09, 2023

Venue : Rajdhani College, University of Delhi

Category: Mime (Theatre)

Organized by: Culture Council, University of Delhi & Rajdhani College

The Inter-College Mime (Theatre) Competition was held on October 09, 2023, at Rajdhani College, University of Delhi. Organized under the aegis of the Culture Council, University of Delhi, in collaboration with Rajdhani College, the event celebrated theatrical expression through silent storytelling. Students from across various DU colleges and other institutions showcased their talent in the art of mime.

Event Coordination:

Coordinator: Dr. Hemant Verma

Nodal Officer: Mr. Shafikul Alam

Faculty Coordinator: Mrs. Mohini Aggarwal

Opening Ceremony
The programme commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony followed by Saraswati Vandana performed by college students.

Key Guests:

Chief Guest: Sh. Anoop Lather (Chairman, Culture Council, DU)

Special Guests:

Prof. Ravinder Kumar (Dean, Culture Council, DU)

Dr. Deepti Taneja (Joint Dean, Culture Council, DU)

Highlights: The event witnessed enthusiastic participation, with compelling performances that conveyed powerful narratives through silence, expression, and movement. The successful coordination between Delhi University institutions contributed to a smooth and impactful event that nurtured cultural awareness and creativity among the student community.

Judges:
Sh. Ajay Manchanda
Sh. Sangam Pandey
Dr. Vishwa Raman Nirmal
Observer:
Dr. Deepti Taneja

WINNERS:

1st Prize: Bharati College

2nd Prize: Aditi Mahavidyalaya

3rd Prize: Keshav Mahavidyalaya

Incentive Prize: Rajdhani College

This vibrant initiative spotlighted the expressive power of mime as a cultural medium, reinforcing its relevance in contemporary student theatre.

Inter-College Folk & Tribal Dance Competition

Date : October 19–20, 2023

Venue : Mata Sundri College for Women, University of Delhi

Category: Folk & Tribal Dance

Organized by: Culture Council, University of Delhi & Mata Sundri College for Women

The Inter-College Folk & Tribal Dance Competition, held on October 19–20, 2023, at Mata Sundri College for Women, University of Delhi, celebrated India's vibrant cultural heritage through traditional dance forms. The event witnessed the participation of over 20 teams from various DU colleges, offering an enriching showcase of folk traditions across the nation.

Inauguration & Coordination

The programme began with an inauguration hosted by Prof. Harpreet Kaur, Principal of Mata Sundri College, who emphasized the cultural importance of folk dance and encouraged active student participation.

Coordinator: Dr. Hemant Verma

Nodal Officers:

Dr. Veenakshi Sharma (Department of Punjabi)

Dr. Poonam Vats (Department of Psychology)

Key Guests:

Chief Guest:

Dr. Baljit Singh Sekhon (Joint Secretary & Vigilance Officer, AIU, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)

Special Guests:

Sh. Anoop Lather (Chairman, Culture Council, DU)

Prof. Ravinder Kumar (Dean, Culture Council, DU)

Judges:

Dr. Neera Sharma

Dr. Nupur Kumari

Mr. Sushil Kumar

Observer: Prof. G. S. Tuteja, Controller, Examination, University of Delhi

Highlights: The competition featured vibrant and energetic performances that celebrated India’s cultural diversity through dance and music. The event provided a creative platform for students to express their artistic passion while preserving their cultural roots. The enthusiastic audience appreciated the blend of tradition and expression, making the event a resounding success.

WINNERS:

Winners were felicitated with trophies, cash prizes, and certificates.

1st : Mata Sundri College of Women

2nd : Maitreyi College

3rd : Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce

Special Recognition: All participating teams were awarded certificates to encourage continued involvement in cultural arts.

Inter-College Fine Arts Competition

Date : October 25–26, 2023

Venue : Hansraj College, University of Delhi

Category: Fine Arts (Painting, Photography, Mehndi, Poster, Rangoli)

Organized by: Culture Council, University of Delhi & Hansraj College

The Inter-College Fine Arts Competition was organized on October 25–26, 2023, at Hansraj College, University of Delhi. With participation from 23 colleges, the event included a wide spectrum of artistic competitions: painting, photography, mehndi, poster making, and rangoli.

Event Coordination:

Coordinator: Dr. Hemant Verma

Nodal Officer: Dr. Hema Chutani

Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Vaishali Verma

Key Guests:

Chief Guest: Sh. Anoop Lather (Chairman, Culture Council, DU)

Guest of Honour: Prof. Ravinder Kumar (Dean, Culture Council, DU)

Observer: Dr. Hemant Verma (Joint Dean, Culture Council, DU)

WINNERS:

Painting: Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College

Photography: Zakir Husain College

Mehndi: Bhagini Nivedita College

Poster Making: Maitreyi College

Rangoli: Hindu College

Event Highlights: Competition featured vibrant participation and a spirit of creative exploration. Students were encouraged to nurture their artistic talents, with the event serving as an inclusive space for visual storytelling and cultural expression.

Inter-College Debate Competition

Date : November 06-07, 2023

Venue : Gargi Hall, Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi

Category: Debate

Organized by: Shashtratha (Debating & Public Speaking Society), Culture Council, DU

Topic: “Should parliamentary statements go through Judicial scrutiny?”

The Inter-College Debate Competition held on November 06-07, 2023, at Gargi Hall, Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi, revolved around the crucial theme of parliamentary privilege vs. judicial oversight, where teams debated the need for judicial scrutiny of parliamentary statements.

Event Coordination:

Coordinator: Dr. Hemant Verma

Faculty In-charge: Dr. Rahul Raj Aryan

Event Convener: Mr. Ratnakar Kumar

President of Shashtratha: Ms. Leena Chauhan

Judges Panel:

Dr. Vishwa Raman Nirmal (Cultural Board Member, AIU)

Ms. Pushpa Sharma (Education & Oration Expert)

Ms. Sushmita Ray (Instructor)

Key Guests:

Chief Guest: Sh. Anoop Lather (Chairman, Culture Council, DU)

Distinguished Guest: Prof. Flavia Stara (Renowned Scholar)

Guest of Honour: Prof. Ravinder Kumar (Dean, Culture Council, DU)

Principal, Lakshmibai College: Dr. Pratyush Vatsala

WINNERS:

Best Team:

1st Prize: Lakshmibai College (Shreeya & Mehak)

2nd Prize: Delhi College of Arts & Commerce (Abhay & Priyanshu)

3rd Prize: St. Stephen’s College (Vaibhav & Ruth Sunil Thomas)

Best Debater:

1st Prize: Aditya Rana (Aryabhatta College)

2nd Prize: Pragya Pandey (Lady Shri Ram College)

3rd Prize: Jannat Sihag (Gargi College)