EXCELS IN DANCE, THEATRE AND FINE ARTS; STUDENTS ALSO SECURE TOP INDIVIDUAL HONOUR
Face2News/Bathinda
Adding another major achievement to its cultural accomplishments, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda, has clinched the Overall Trophy at the 11th Inter-Zonal Youth Festival–2026, held from November 11 to 13 at the University Main Campus. The Main Campus also dominated the competition by winning three of the five category trophies in Dance, Theatre and Fine Arts, emerging as the festival’s overall champion. The three-day cultural extravaganza was organised under the theme ‘Jug Jug Jive Punjab’.
Around 120 students from the Main Campus participated in various Music, Dance, Theatre, Fine Arts and Literary competitions, showcasing their artistic abilities and cultural talent.
The University’s individual honours included Mr. Harinder Singh winning the Best Actor award in Theatre, Mr. Raminder Singh being adjudged Best Bhangra Performer and Ms. Shristi securing the Best Performer award in Luddi.
Congratulating the winning teams, Vice Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma described the achievement as a proud moment for the University. He said the success reflected the students’ talent, dedication and teamwork, while acknowledging the valuable contribution of faculty mentors and cultural coordinators.
Registrar-cum-Dean Student Welfare Prof. Paramjit Singh congratulated the students and faculty on the remarkable victory. He attributed the success to systematic planning, meticulous preparation and sustained efforts by the participating teams. He particularly appreciated the dedication of students, guidance of faculty mentors and effective coordination that enabled the Main Campus to excel across multiple disciplines. He said such achievements reflected MRSPTU’s commitment to nurturing creativity, confidence and all-round development among students alongside academic excellence.
Campus Director Prof. Sarbjit Kaur Bath also extended her heartfelt congratulations to the winners for their outstanding performance.
Director Youth Welfare MRSPTU, Dr. Iqbal Singh Brar and Cultural Coordinator, MRSPTU, Dr. Gagandeep Kaur said the victory was the outcome of months of dedicated practice, teamwork and the determination of students to excel. She thanked the University authorities for their continued encouragement and support.
The winning teams were guided by Cultural Coordinator Dr. Gagandeep Kaur and faculty coordinators Dr. Ram Singh, Dr. Anumeet Kaur, Dr. Shaweta, Dr. Mandeep Kaur, Dr. Navjot Kanwar, Dr. Prabhsharan, Ar. Mitakshi and Mr. H.S. Sohal.
Photo Caption: Vice Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma and Registrar-cum-Dean Student Welfare Prof. Paramjit Singh, along with distinguished guests, congratulate MRSPTU Main Campus students on clinching the Overall Trophy and three category trophies in Dance, Theatre and Fine Arts at the 11th Inter-Zonal Youth Festival–2026.
