LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) made history with the phenomenal success of Kaladhara 2025, its first-ever inter-college academic and cultural fest. This dynamic two-day event was a vibrant fusion of intellect, creativity, and passion, drawing exceptional students from top institutions to compete, collaborate, and celebrate innovation.

Under the inspiring theme "Innovate, Inspire, Ignite", Kaladhara 2025 aimed to bridge academic brilliance with artistic excellence, giving young visionaries a platform to shine. With 170 students from 9 prestigious colleges, the festival was a whirlwind of energy, ideas, and electrifying performances.

The festival kicked off with intellectually stimulating academic challenges designed to test critical thinking, business acumen, and strategic problem-solving. Key competitions included:

1. War of Words – A gripping debate where eloquence met razor-sharp reasoning.
2. OP-Run: Business Relay Challenge – A high-energy competition tackling real-world business dilemmas.
3. Boardroom Battle – An intense corporate showdown evaluating leadership and decision-making skills.
4. The Investment League – A finance challenge where aspiring investors showcased their market expertise.
5. Pitch Arena – A high-stakes entrepreneurial showdown in a Shark Tank-style setting.
6. Case Study Competition – Analyzing complex business cases to propose groundbreaking solutions.
7. Business Quiz – A fast-paced battle of business and economic knowledge.
8. Marketing Mavericks – A creative challenge in crafting compelling marketing strategies.

Adding to the prestige of the event, Dr. Satish Verma, renowned economist and former professor at Punjabi University, Patiala, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. His insights into economics and public policy inspired participants, and he personally congratulated the winners—students from Amity University, University Business School (UBS) Chandigarh, Chandigarh University, and Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET).

The second day transformed LMTSM into a pulsating cultural hub, showcasing mesmerizing artistic performances. Students from DAV College, SVIET, TIET, Chandigarh University and CGC Landran stole the show with their extraordinary talent in:

🎤Singing Competition – Soul-stirring renditions that left the audience spellbound.
💃Dance Performances – High-energy Bhangra, contemporary fusions, and dazzling group performances.
🎼Beatboxing Battles – Electrifying beatboxing duels showcasing vocal artistry.
👗Fashion Show – A glamourous runway event where creativity and confidence ruled the stage.

Distinguished guests, including Prof. Ajay Batish (Deputy Director, TIET Patiala), Prof.SeemaBawa (Dean, Outreach, TIET), and Prof. Sanjeev Bedi (University of Waterloo), along with Prof.Sarabjit Singh (SVIET) and Prof.Gurbinder Singh (Director, LMTSM), added prestige to the festivities. Their admiration for the talent on display reaffirmed the festival’s impact in fostering creativity and innovation.

Kaladhara 2025 was not just a competition—it was a celebration of talent, collaboration, and inspiration. The electric energy on campus, the camaraderie among students, and the spirit of innovation made this an unforgettable experience. With meticulously planned event coordinationand an ever-supportive Kaladhara team, the festival set a new benchmark for inter-college fests.

As the curtains closed on Kaladhara 2025, LMTSM extended heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, the dedicated organizing team, and the enthusiastic participants who made this event a roaring success. With a promise of even bigger and bolder editions in the future, Kaladhara is here to stay!