GraFest starts with a bang at Graphic Era University
Students showcase their talent
GraFest starts with a bang at Graphic Era University
Students showcase their talent
Dehradun, October 26: The annual fest of Graphic Era Hill University began with exciting cultural performances. The evening was filled with music, dance and youthful energy as students showcased their talent and enthusiasm.
The ground at Graphic Era Deemed University witnessed a mix of talent, creativity and energetic performances during Student GraFest-2026. From Western singing and rap battles to classical dance and Bhangra, every act brought something special to the stage.
On this occasion, Chairman of Graphic Era Group of Institutions Dr. Kamal Ghanshala said that cultural activities are an important part of students’ overall development, along with academics. Such events provide students with opportunities to showcase their talent and further develop their skills. They also help students learn about and understand the cultures of different countries and states. Dr. Ghanshala added that discipline and teamwork are equally important beyond the campus.
The evening started with rap battles, where Priyanshu Bhatt, Harsh Vardhan Singh, Saanidhya, Vinay Chauhan, Chirag Sati and Ansh Bhandari showcased their rap skills with powerful performances. In classical singing, Zoya Parveen, Abhishek Shah, Harshit Pathak and Shraddha won appreciation for their melodious voices. In Western singing, Kritika Kundalia, Tejasvi Kothiyal, Vibha Goswami, Krishna Bakshi, Shivam Sharma and Sarthak Joshi entertained the audience with their singing.
In classical dance, Ananya Panwar, Vedanshi Raturi, Divyanshu Singh Thakuli, Soumili Maiti and Maitreyi Dimri displayed their dancing skills through graceful performances. The folk dance category featured Ramailocha, Dehradun Bhangra Club, Devi Darshan, Uttarayani and Team NSS, who brought traditional folk culture to life on stage.
The young artists displayed confidence, creativity and excellent teamwork throughout the event. Each performance had its own charm, while the students’ enthusiasm added to the festive spirit of GraFest.
The event was attended by Graphic Era Hill University’s Vice-Chancellor Dr. Tabassum Naqvi, Registrar Dr. Jyoti Chhabra, Registrar of Graphic Era Deemed University Dr. Naresh Kumar Sharma other university officials, heads of various departments, faculty members and hundreds of students.
