Shillong, Sept 24: A mega student event ranging from talent shows to technical challenges was held at University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) recently where students from leading universities and colleges participated with fervour.
Organised by the Department of Computer Science at USTM, ‘Kairos 2024,’participation from Gauhati University, Assam Don Bosco University, Assam Engineering College, Cotton University, B. Baruah College, Handique Girls College, K.C Das Commerce College, Royal Global University, NERIM, Sonapur College, Tezpur University, Dibrugarh University, apart from the host USTM, participated in the two-day event.
The competitions ranged from cultural performances to technical challenges. Participants showcasing their incredible talent during Melodia, the singing competition, and Groove Nation, the dance showdown, which were the crowd favorites. Art enthusiasts were captivated by Color Craze, a painting competition, and Character Clashes, a cosplay contest, which brought color and creativity to the event. A coding competition hosted by the Department of Computer Science was another highlight, attracting a large pool of tech-savvy participants.
The event expanded beyond the academic realm, featuring exciting sports and recreational competitions. Students competed in an Arm-Wrestling Championship, Gully Cricket, and Photography contest Picture Perfect. Additionally, gaming fans were thrilled with competitive gaming events such as Mobile Legends Bang Bang and BGMI.
Innovation was celebrated with ideation contests such as Invention Insight and Robo Soccer, which sparked creativity and drew widespread engagement. A major highlight of the event was the performance by the renowned band Junoon, who entertained the crowd at the end of the first day, adding a musical spectacle to the vibrant atmosphere.
The second day saw intense finals in sports events like Futsal and Gully Cricket, which drew large audiences. The event Seek and Unite, a campus-wide treasure hunt, saw teams collaborating to solve clues and find hidden treasures, making it one of the most exciting events of the day. Meanwhile, the Quiz Competition kept the audience on the edge of their seats with a closely contested final. As the event drew to a close, the winners of all competitions were awarded prizes in the presence of dignitaries, marking the successful conclusion of Kairos 2024.
