Greater Noida, 3rd March
2025: Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), one of India’s
leading business schools, successfully concluded VIHAAN’25, its annual
management, cultural, and literary festival.
Over two
days, the BIMTECH campus was abuzz with enthusiasm as students from across the
country competed in 23 diverse competitions, showcasing talent, strategic thinking,
and creativity. Participants from prestigious institutions such as IIT Delhi,
IIT Roorkee, TAPMI, FORE School of Management, IIM Kashipur, IIM Jammu, and
Delhi University made it a truly national-level fest.
At BIMTECH
campus, VIHAAN’25 commenced with a grand inauguration, featuring the Lighting
of the Lamp led by Dr. Mohammad Athar, Partner & Leader at PwC. This year’s
theme “Give Wings to Your Aspirations” inspired participants to push their
limits, think innovatively, and take bold decisions. From strategic business
challenges to artistic and cultural showcases, the event provided a holistic
platform for students to explore, engage, and excel.
BIMTECH’s
clubs and conduits curated a diverse range of competitions at VIHAAN’25,
challenging participants in problem-solving, managerial decision-making,
creativity, and sustainability awareness. The flagship event, Best Manager,
tested leadership across 10 rigorous rounds, while Crime Enigma 3.0 engaged
detectives in a thrilling murder mystery. Sustainability took center stage with
Sustainopoly and Ecolution, integrating CSR and a Model UN session.
Business
acumen shone in StratVyuh 4.0, CosmoMogul, Deal Breaker 3.0, and Ecoinfluence,
covering strategy, international trade, stock trading, and economics. Marketing
enthusiasts battled in Dhindora, Hype Station, and Ad-Angles, testing branding,
advertising, and creative storytelling. Finance and operations were highlighted
in Fix Your Finance, The Assurance Arena, and Operatopolis 3.0, focusing on
BFSI, financial literacy, and real-world business challenges.
On this
special occasion, Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director of BIMTECH, shared, "VIHAAN
is more than just a management fest; it is a dynamic learning experience that
pushes students beyond textbooks and conventional academics. With talent
converging from across institutions, it fosters confidence, strategic thinking,
and creative problem-solving. By competing, collaborating, and showcasing their
skills on such a grand platform, students not only overcome hesitation but also
gain invaluable insights into their strengths and areas for growth, preparing
them for the challenges of the real world."
Global
Quest blended diplomacy with a treasure hunt, while Cognicioun'25 pushed
participants’ general knowledge limits. Artistic and cultural expression
thrived in Bailamos, Goonj, War of Bands, and Legends of Hidden Tale,
showcasing dance, music, and storytelling. Synergy Circuit emphasized
team-building through interactive games, Data Vishleshan tested analytical
prowess, and Dual Perspective encouraged visual storytelling through
photography. With innovation, strategy, and skill at their core, these events
celebrated intellect, creativity, and collaboration.
Dr. Manosi
Chaudhuri, Convenor of Vihaan, shared that Vihaan was powered by Unstop and the
event’s success was amplified by the generous support of Title sponsor Pilot
Pen India, Associate Partner MCX, and other sponsors like Nevada Waters, Burgrill,
Chai Garam, Belgian Waffle, Chandrakala, Rice Box, Union Bank of India, Axis
Bank, Bank of Baroda, Skilled Sapiens, Dennison, StockEdge, SuperDogs, KUHOO, M
S Finline, HSSC India, Nura, Safexpress and media partner StartupNews, ensuring
a seamless experience.
With
intense strategy battles, artistic showcases, and unforgettable musical
moments, VIHAAN’25 embodied the spirit of competition, creativity, and
camaraderie. As the curtains close on this spectacular edition, anticipation
for VIHAAN’26 is already building, promising an even bigger and more thrilling
celebration next year.
Inspired
by its founders Late Basant Kumar Birla and Sarala Birla, BIMTECH pioneered
innovative programs like PGDM, PGDM-International Business (IB), PGDM-Retail
Management (RM), and PGDM-Insurance Business Management (IBM), nurturing
individuals into global leaders. Also, BIMTECH is now AACSB accredited, joining
the Ivy League of Top Globally Recognized B-Schools. Fostering a symbiotic
relationship, the institute excels in management education, supported by its
globally placed robust network of over 8000 alumni.