GNDU’s cultural fest ‘Jashan-2026’ puts spotlight on student artistes
Mimicry, drama and group dance shows had some standout performers
On the second day of the three-day inter-departmental art and cultural festival — ‘Jashan-2026’ — at Guru Nanak Dev University, the dance and group drama performances drew huge participation and audience. Students from various departments displayed their talent by participating in performing arts, visual arts, theatre and other creative competitions.
A sculptor at work during ‘Jashan-2026’ at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, on Friday. Photo: Vishal Kumar
Dean Student Welfare Prof Satnam Singh Deol said the competitions of mimicry, drama (nautanki), western group dance and creative group dance in the Dashmesh Auditorium were special attractions for the audience. The students also highlighted social messages through their performances and presented a beautiful blend of traditional and modern colours.
The musical competitions, including percussion and non-percussion instrumentals, western vocal solos and short-film making, were held in the Golden Jubilee Convention Centre. Meanwhile, fine arts competitions, including poster making, rangoli, collage, painting, photography and mehndi, showcased the artistic talent of the students.
The performances, full of colours and creative ideas, transformed the hall into an art gallery.
The three-day annual cultural festival will see student artistes competing in a wide range of cultural, literary, drama, fine arts and other creative activities. Dean Academic Affairs Prof Harvinder Singh Saini highlighting the importance of such events, remarked that cultural festivals play a significant role in student life as they contribute not only to entertainment but also to overall personality development. The first day of competitions had bhangra, skit and dances as major events.
