Anand International College of Engineering in Jaipur concluded its grand two-day annual college festival, 'Echoona-2026', bringing together student talent from across Rajasthan. Centered on the creative theme 'Pirates of the Caribbean', the campus became a vibrant venue for cultural expressions, academic challenges, and technical showcases. More than 50 leading universities and colleges from Jaipur and across the state sent student contingents to take part in the multidisciplinary competitions.
Musical Highlights and Star Performances
The standout highlight of the festival was a high-energy live performance by popular Punjabi singer Sunanda Sharma, whose chart-topping tracks had thousands of students dancing throughout her set. Adding to the musical atmosphere, the fusion devotional outfit 'Bhajman Beats' performed their signature clubbing-style hymns on the opening day, setting an energetic tone across the grounds. Over the course of the two-day gathering, live musical acts and stage entertainment kept campus engagement high.
Cultural and Technical Contest Results
Students engaged in intense competitive rounds across diverse disciplines throughout the festival. In the fashion show competition, the contingent from Maharaja College secured the top spot, while the group dance honors went to Vedanshi and group representing Poddar College. Academic and technical categories also witnessed keen participation, with Priyanshu Tomar winning the quiz competition, Yanichal Devatwal taking first place in the 'Code Clash' programming contest, and Dev Kumar Bairwa along with his team emerging victorious in the mock 'IPL Auction' strategy event.
Cash Rewards and Valedictory Honors
College management recognized outstanding performances by distributing cash prizes running into lakhs of rupees alongside winner trophies. During the formal valedictory ceremony, College Chairman Manoj Mittal, Treasurer Anju Mittal, Vice Chairperson Monika Mittal Agarwal, and special guest Madhup Agarwal presented the awards to the successful teams and individual achievers. Commending the high level of student participation and initiative, Vice Chairperson Monika Mittal Agarwal extended her appreciation to the campus community for managing the festival successfully.
