‘CULT-2025’ held at World University of Design in Sonepat

The World University of Design (WUD) successfully hosted ‘CULT-2025’ a three-day festival, attracting participation from more than 6,000 students representing 90 universities and colleges across North India.

Over the course of three exciting days, the campus transformed into a dynamic hub of creativity and youthful spirit. From high-energy morning competitions to captivating musical performances that continued till midnight, CULT 2025 provided a vibrant platform celebrating talent, teamwork, and artistic expression.

Every corner of the university was vibrant with activity. The event brought together students from diverse academic streams and creative pursuits, united by the spirit of competition, expression, and connection.

CULT is a fest that blends sport and arts & design. “CULT is where talent meets community,” said Dr Sanjay Gupta, Vice-Chancellor of WUD. “It reminds us that education goes beyond classrooms it lives in collaboration, creativity, and collective joy.”

With participation from leading institutions such as IIT-Delhi, IIT-Roorkee, IIT-Guwahati, UPES, Dehradun, NIT-Kurukshetra, Central University of Punjab, and Bennett University, CULT 2025 has emerged as one of the most anticipated inter-university festivals in the region. What began as a campus initiative has now evolved into a pan-North India celebration of ideas, culture

and imagination.

Day one kicked off with adrenaline and applause as participants competed in volleyball, basketball, soccer, badminton, chess, and table tennis.

Over the next two days, the rhythm shifted from sport to spectacle. Dancers moved from Vividha’s classical grace to Beat Breakers’ western energy. Poets sparred in Rapid Rhyme, singers found their stage in One Mic One Voice, designers reimagined fabric and form through Celeste and Lumiere, and dramatists electrified audiences in Act II. From Snapchase’s storytelling photographers to Kryptic Pulse’s music bands, every event brimmed with originality. The addition of hybrid and online competitions this year brought new audiences into the fold, connecting hundreds of students beyond the physical campus.

The closing day saw the creative crescendo peak with dance battles, art showcases, and a crowd-favourite set by DJ Prerak, turning the campus into a dance floor.