KIIT Fest 4.0, 2017 kicks off amidst much fanfare and splendor from 17 December 2017. This three day Mega Event is one of the largest tech and cultural fest in Eastern part of India.
Mr. Mukesh Tiwari, a noted Bollywood Actor, the Chief Guest of the inaugural ceremony inspired the students and participants from all over the country. Addressing the students, he said,
“Nowadays, Education is all about buying degrees. But KIIT breaks that stereotype because it is teaching the youth to give even in the age of commercialization.”
He appreciated the initiative of Prof. Achyuta Samanta and hailed him as the ambassador of God.
Addressing the jubilant audience Prof. Achyuta Samanta said,
“Best learning happens outside the classroom.Informal events bind all the students across the country in one thread.Where our imagination gets over, the students imagination begins.”
Differently abled children walked the ramp with the International Students of KIIT for the first time and also performed Odissi dance. The children and their coach, Ms. Chumki Datta were felicitated on the occasion.
The other three days are packed with series of tech and cultural events and competitions from each school, DJ Night by Akbar Sami and a music night by Mr. Sonu Nigam.
Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS; Prof. Sasmita Samanta, Registrar and Dr. Sucheta Priyabadini, Director, Students Services along with many students and staff members of KIIT were present in the inaugural ceremony.
Much fun and excitement awaits this fest which has become bigger with each passing year.