Manthan 2025 Kicks Off at Prestige Institute, Indore with Culture, Creativity, and Competition

Manthan 2025, the annual cultural festival of the Prestige Institute of Management, Indore, commenced with grandeur and electrifying energy today. The three-day festival promises a blend of culture, creativity, and campus vibrancy, making it one of the most anticipated student events in Central India.

On its opening day, students mesmerised audiences with a medley of dance performances, soulful music renditions, a high-energy fashion show, and intellectually stimulating management competitions. The highlight of the evening, the ‘Paridhaan’ fashion show, impressed the crowd with its innovative fusion of Indian and Western styles, celebrating contemporary fashion with cultural roots.

The event was inaugurated by popular RJ Piyusha Bhargav from 93.5 Red FM, who inspired the students to "lead with creativity and confidence." In her keynote address, she praised the organisers and urged the youth to explore their potential beyond textbooks.

Dr. S.S. Bhakar, Group Director of the institute, emphasised that Manthan is not just a cultural festival but a transformative platform that nurtures leadership, inclusivity, and innovation among students.

This year’s theme, “Echoes of India: Celebrating Unity in Diversity,” was announced by Dr. Prayatna Jain, Head of Manthan 2025. The theme is a tribute to the rich and diverse cultural fabric of the nation.

The festival includes a wide range of cultural and intellectual events:

• Alaap – Singing Competition

• Dalal Street – Mock Stock Trading

• Brandevour – Branding Challenge

• Hunarbaaz – Talent Showcase

• Taal Se Taal Mila – Group Dance

• Samvaad – Debate & Elocution

• BollyTrivia, BizQuiz, Kalakrati (Art Exhibition)

• Swaad-e-Khaas – Culinary Challenge

• Battle of Beats, Rhythm & Blues, ShutterClick (Photography)

• Reelathon – Short Film Contest

• Gamify – Online & Console Gaming Competitions

Dr. Davish Jain, Chairman of the Prestige Education Foundation, applauded the efforts behind the event. “Manthan 2025 is more than entertainment — it is a tribute to India’s young talent, innovation, and cultural consciousness,” he remarked.

The enthusiastic participation and dynamic performances set a vibrant tone for the next two days, which are expected to witness even more energetic displays of talent and intellect.