Gauhati University Youth Festival to Feature 60 Colleges
The Gauhati University Inter-College Zonal Youth Festival (Central Zone) 2025-26 will take place across 60 colleges within the Kamrup (Metro) and Kamrup districts. The event officially began on Monday, October 27th, at Dispur College (Autonomous).
Inaugural Ceremony Details
Dispur College (Autonomous) inaugurated the festival under the guidance of Principal Dr Navajyoti Borah. The event’s formal programme was held in the Pratima Barua Pandey (PBP) auditorium.
Key Attendees
Vice Chancellor Prof Nani Gopal Mahanta, Secretary Dr Ranjan Kr Kakati, and Governing Body President Dr Balendra Kumar Das attended the inaugural ceremony. Prof Nani Gopal Mahanta commended Dispur College for its organizational efforts.
Festival Schedule and Scope
The three-day festival will feature competitions across 37 categories, including music, dance, debate, literature, fine arts, and theatre. Participants from approximately 30 colleges registered for the competitions on the first day. Events are being held across six different venues.
Principal’s Remarks
Dr Nava jyoti Borah expressed gratitude for the opportunity to host and emphasized the festival’s role in promoting cultural unity and intellectual growth. He stated that the festival is a platform for combining traditions with modern creativity.
Concluding Session
The festival will conclude on October 28th with a valedictory session and prize distribution.
Participating Institutions
Principals Dr Manoj Kumar Mahanta (Pragjyotish College), Dr Bedabrat Saikia (Sonapur College), and Dr Lukendra Kakati (Narengi Anchalik Mahavidyalaya) were also present, along with teachers, students, and representatives from the participating colleges.
Source: The Assam Tribune. Featured image credit: The Assam Tribune.
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