Kairalee Nikethan Golden Jubilee Degree College, Indiranagar, organised its Intercollegiate Cultural Fest, Kalasaparya 2026, on Saturday, 12 September 2026, with the participation of students from 20 colleges across Bengaluru. The fest was conceived as a vibrant celebration of youth, creativity, artistic expression and cultural diversity, providing students with a dynamic platform to discover and showcase their talents.

Kalasaparya 2026 featured a diverse range of on-stage and off-stage events, including Solo Singing, Solo Dance, Fashion Walk, Group Dance, Beat Boxing, Painting, Makeover, Mehandi, Nail Art and Mobile Photography. The wide spectrum of competitions encouraged students to demonstrate their artistic abilities, creativity, confidence and individuality in a spirit of healthy competition and camaraderie.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Ms. Shwetha Hiremat, Playback Singer, Performer and Television Artist, as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was held in the esteemed presence of Sri. Gopinathan C, President, KNE Trust; Sri. Balakrishnan PVN, Secretary, KNE Trust; Sri. Haneef M, President, Kerala Samajam; Sri. Reji Kumar, General Secretary, Kerala Samajam; Sri. Syed Masthan, Treasurer, KNE Trust; Sri. George Thomas, Treasurer, Kerala Samajam; and Dr. Ragitha Rajendran, Principal, Kairalee Nikethan Golden Jubilee Degree College.

The inaugural programme commenced with an invocation, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, symbolising the illumination of knowledge, creativity and cultural expression. Dr. Amudha J, Event Coordinator, extended a warm welcome to the gathering.

Sri. Gopinathan C, President, KNE Trust, delivered the Presidential Address, highlighting the significance of cultural activities in the holistic development of students. This was followed by the Inaugural Address by Ms. Shwetha Hiremat, who encouraged students to pursue their talents with dedication, confidence and passion.

The gathering was further honoured by felicitations from Sri. Haneef M, President, Kerala Samajam, and Sri. Reji Kumar, General Secretary, Kerala Samajam. Their addresses underscored the importance of cultural engagement in nurturing creativity, fostering interpersonal relationships and strengthening bonds among educational institutions.

Dr. Ragitha Rajendran, Principal and Chairman of the Organising Committee, presented an overview of Kalasaparya 2026, outlining the vision and objectives of the fest. She emphasised the need to create opportunities for students to move beyond conventional academic boundaries and engage in activities that promote creativity, self-expression, leadership and confidence.

The inaugural session concluded with the Vote of Thanks proposed by Asst. Prof. Ramya V, who expressed sincere gratitude to the dignitaries, participating colleges, faculty members, event coordinators, volunteers and students for their valuable support and contributions towards the successful organisation of the fest.

The Fest was formally declared open following a spectacular fusion performance celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Kerala and Karnataka. The captivating performance symbolised cultural harmony and set an energetic tone for the competitions that followed.

Kalasaparya 2026 emerged as a memorable celebration of talent, creativity and cultural diversity. The enthusiastic participation of students from 20 colleges transformed the campus into a vibrant hub of artistic expression and youthful energy. The fest not only provided students with a platform to exhibit their talents but also fostered interaction, cultural exchange, teamwork and healthy competition among participating institutions.

The successful conduct of Kalasaparya 2026 reaffirmed the commitment of Kairalee Nikethan Golden Jubilee Degree College to providing students with enriching experiences that complement academic learning and contribute to their holistic development as confident, creative and socially engaged individuals.