World Poetry Day

Date: 27-03-2026

Activity Lead by: IIC Council/Student Council

Duration of the activity in hours: 2 hrs

Number of days: 01

Program Theme: Poetry as a Bridge for peace and inclusion

Number of Students Participants: 150

Number of Faculty Participants: 20

Speaker Name: It’s an Inter-institute poetry competition

Expenditure amount (if any): Rs 1500

Mode of session: Online or offline/Hybrid:Offline in Seminar Hall, Block 5

Event Report

An Inter-Institute Poetry Competition was successfully organized on the occasion of World Poetry Day under the theme “Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion.” The event was organized by Student Welfare and Youth Welfare in collaboration with University Institute of Education and University Institute of Humanities. The event aimed to promote creativity, harmony, and expression among students while fostering a spirit of unity through literary art. A total of 8 student participants from University Institute of Education (UIE), University Institute of Humanities (UIH), and University Institute of Sciences (UIS) actively participated in the competition. The programme witnessed an enthusiastic audience, with around 150 students and 20 faculty members, making the event vibrant and engaging.
The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries including Dr. Gurmanik Kaur (Deputy Dean Academic), Dr. Vikrant Jaryan (Deputy Director Student Welfare - Boys), Ms. Shaina Parmar (Deputy Director Youth Welfare), Dr. Jagdeep Kaur (Dean UIET), Dr. Shweta Singh (Dean UIAHS), and Dr. Shalu Vyas (Additional Dean UIA). Their presence motivated the participants and added prestige to the occasion.
The programme was effectively hosted by Dr. Vikrant Jaryan, who engaged the audience with his eloquence and ensured smooth conduct of the event. The performances were evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges comprising Dr. Samriti, Dr. Anita, and Ms. Rajbir, who assessed the participants on creativity, expression, relevance to the theme, and presentation skills.
The competition showcased diverse poetic expressions focusing on themes of peace, inclusivity, and social harmony. After the student performances,
faculty members also shared their poetic compositions, adding depth and inspiration to the event.

Objectives of the Event

To celebrate World Poetry Day by encouraging literary creativity among students.
To promote the theme of peace, inclusion, and cultural harmony through poetry.
To provide a platform for students to express their thoughts, emotions, and perspectives.
To enhance inter-institute interaction and collaboration.

Benefit in terms of learning/skill/knowledge obtained:

Creative Expression: Students enhanced their ability to articulate thoughts through poetry.
Communication Skills: Improved confidence in public speaking and presentation.
Critical Thinking: Understanding and interpreting themes related to peace and inclusion.
Cultural Awareness: Exposure to diverse perspectives and ideas.
Appreciation of Literature: Developed interest and sensitivity towards poetic and artistic expression.