Sehore : The campus of Vellore Institute of
Technology (VIT) Bhopal was alive with colour, music, and collective warmth as
the university celebrated various Indian harvest festivals, including Pongal,
Lohri, Sankranti and Bihu, on January 8 at the Auditorium of the New Academic
Building. The celebrations marked a visible return to campus vibrancy, with
students reconnecting, cultures converging, and community bonds strengthening,
with the start of a new year and new academic session.
The event was graced by the
Honourable Vice President Sankar Viswanathan, Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. T. B.
Sridharan, along with Deans, Directors, faculty members, staff and students.
The day began with a traditional
puja at the main entrance, followed by ceremonial lamp lighting in the
auditorium—symbolic of renewal, continuity, and fresh beginnings. What followed
was an energetic showcase of India’s cultural diversity. Different student
cultural clubs collectively upheld the spirit of the harvest celebrations
through high-energy and graceful performances that brought alive the essence of
Lohri, Pongal, Sankranti, Bihu, and the likes, reflecting India’s regional
richness.
Adding meaning to the celebrations,
the university also felicitated local farmers from Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, in
recognition of their contribution to society and the spirit of the harvest
festivals, reinforcing values of gratitude for those who sustain the nation.
Students also took to the stage
with speeches in various Indian languages, including Tamil, Punjabi, Telugu,
Bengali, Hindi and English, reflecting not just linguistic diversity, but a
campus rediscovering its shared voice.
On the occasion, Mr. Sankar Viswanathan, Vice President, VIT
Bhopal, said, “Universities are not defined only by classrooms and
curricula, but by shared experiences that bring people together. Seeing the
campus animated again, with students celebrating India’s rich diversity, reaffirms
the sense of belonging and mutual respect that VIT Bhopal stands for.”
The Pro Vice Chancellor and the
Director of Students Welfare also addressed the audience, emphasising the role
of cultural traditions in fostering inclusivity, empathy and a strong campus
community.
The celebrations concluded with
vibrant performances and enthusiastic participation, leaving behind a renewed
sense of connection. More than a festival observation, the evening signalled
that VIT Bhopal is firmly back in rhythm — energised, united, and moving
forward together.