Activities

2014
SDAC Quarterly Report:
NIFT Patna
January March
JANUARY'14
1. Uttarayan- Kite Festival:
A Kite festival was organized by NIFT Patna on the day of Makar Sankranti at the new
campus which was celebrated with full enthusiasm & vigour by all the hostel girls and the
faculties too. The girls took an active participation in the competition. Some were delighted
to fly a kite for the first time ever and some were nostalgic remembering their childhood
days.
Students and faculties participating in the competition
2. Street Play& Poster Making by ESSE club:
ESSE club at NIFT Patna organized a street play performance on Domestic Violence on 24th
January 2014 at Moin-ul-Haq stadium, Patna.
Students of
NIFT Patna
performing the
street play on
Domestic
Violence
Students also took active participation in preparing posters on the social issue Domestic
Violence which were displayed during the SPL cricket tournament at Moin-ul-Haq stadium,
Patna.
Posters on Domestic Violence
3. Social Premier League:
SPL started on 24th January 2014. Eight different colleges in and around Patna participated
in the cricket tournament initially conceptualized by students of NIFT Patna in collaboration
with Young India Patna chapter. Each college having adopted a social cause participated in
this tournament to spread awareness about the causes.
A cricket match in full swing during SPL
4. Republic Day Celebrations:
On the occasion of Republic Day, NIFT Patna celebrated a day of patriotism where Ms.
Shomby Goswami, student from FP Design hoisted the national flag! The student made
history by not only topping the semester in FP but also by scoring the highest SGPA till date
by any student at NIFT Patna.
Ms. Shomby Goswami hoisting the National flag
Further the celebrations continued and the events that took place were patriotic songs, dance,
skit, speech. A Rangoli competition was also organized on the occasion and games were the
highlights of the event.
Students performing a patriotic song
Students participating in the Rangoli competition
5. Zero Hour activities:
Club Presidents and secretaries prepared a complete plan for the activities to be organized
under each club.
ESSE club organized an on- spot Caricature Making competition on the topic 'Corruption in
Politics' which saw an enthusiastic participation by all students.
Literary Club also organized a Poetry Writing Competition where entries from students were
invited. The topics given were 'Patriotism', 'Unforgettable Memories' and also 'Friendship
and Teachers'.
6. Participation in other college festivals:
Students of NIFT Patna participated in the annual festival, Anwesha of IIT Patna in several
activities like, Fashion Show, Photography, Atistix, Graffiti, Mudooz, Rangoli competition,
etc and won several awards in the same.
Students participating in several competitions during IIT festival
Students of NIFT Patna also participated in the Miss India preliminary auditions held at IIT
Patna during its annual festival. Two students of Fashion Design department were selected
during the auditions.
Ms. Astha & Ms. Shaurya (from right), the shortlisted students for Miss India from NIFT Patna
Ms. Rashmi, a student from NIFT Patna at the Miss India 2014, Kolkata auditions
FEBRUARY'14
1. Saraswati Pooja
Saraswati Puja was celebrated on the occasion of Vasant Panchmi on 4th February'14 at
NIFT Patna. The event saw gathering of all the students, faculties and staff of NIFT Patna to
worship the Goddess Saraswati- the goddess of knowledge on the occasion at the NIFT
campus!
2. Presentation on Global Warming
A presentation was made by the members of ESSE club on Global Warming on 5th February
14 to make the students aware about what global warming meant in totality and to educate
the students how they can contribute and bring down the global warming and thus reduce the
ecological imbalances. Post presentation, Literary Club organized a Slogan Writing
Competition on the same.
President and Members of the ESSE Club making the presentation
3. Flowerista
A competition for students across all departments was organized on the occasion of Flowers
Day on 7th February'14 under the Cultural Club where the students made interesting flowers.
The event saw a variety of flowers, some exotic and some unseen designs.
A student making a flower
4. Youth and Corruption
A presentation was made by the members of ESSE club on the above topic. Through this
presentation, the various aspects of corruption were elucidated upon. The connection
between corruption and citizens was elaborated upon. It was also dwelt upon as to how youth
and stand up against corruption in a structured manner and contribute towards eradication of
corruption.
Members of ESSE club making the presentation
5. Mad for Spectrum
An event was organized prior to Spectrum 14 on 12th February'14 at NIFT Patna where the
students were asked to dress up in a particular colour with all the accessories and make up.
The students came up with different concepts within the given colour. Their madness for
Spectrum were quiet eminent!
6. Skit on Food Wastage
A skit was performed by the students of NIFT Patna on 14th February14 under the ESSE
club depicting the wayward behaviour of students in general. It also showed the callous
behaviour of the students towards food which is the critical and vital element of our lives
when it is a
well known
fact that there
are millions
and millions of
people who are
deprived of
basic amenities
of life and who
sleep every
other day
empty stomach.
7. Documentary Screening
A documentary related to natural resources was screened on 19th February14 for making the
students aware of the natural wealth which is getting depleted day by day.
8. Subsidy
As per the instructions received from HO, all students in need of Subsidy were encouraged to
apply for Bank Loan. However, a student from FP 2, who has lost both his parents in
childhood was unable to get a loan and deposit the fee. With regard to his request, LASC was
conducted on 14th February'14 and it was decided that the student may be granted a subsidy
of 75%.
9. Spectrum Logo &Facebook Page
A logo for Spectrum was designed and a Facebook page was started in the 1st week of
February 14 which was updated on a regular basis with the latest updates regarding Spectrum
events.
https://www.facebook.com/spectrumpatna
Pamphlets and other paraphernalia was also designed in order to attract sponsorships.
10. Indoor Sports
Indoor sports like Chess,
Carom, TT were organized
since 3 weeks in advance
of Spectrum14 during zero
hours or after college hours
which saw an enthusiastic
participation by students of
all batches.
TT match in progress
A Carom match in progress
Chess match
11. Art to Wear
An Art to Wear competition was organized for the students of NIFT Patna which was open to
students of all semesters and all departments. The competition required the students to use
Recyclable materials to create ensembles. The competition concluded with a Fashion show
organized on 28th February'14 at NIFT Patna campus which was dedicated in the loving
memory of an alumni, Late Mr. Gaurav Vikrant Rai of NIFT Patna who died in the
Bangalore Hyderabad bus accident in November13.
A model wearing one of the creations made for Art to Wear
12. Fashion Show for Lions Club:
Students of NIFT Patna participated in management and coordination for a fashion show for
the Lions Club, Patna where the students coordinated for the styling, choreography, music,
modelling, etc.
13. Mr.& Ms. Spectrum 2014:
Mr.& Ms. Spectrum was organized in the college campus on 27th February'14 along with
several other events like, Junk Music, Eco Debate, Quiz, Fancy Fashion, etc.
Student participating in Miss Spectrum 2014
Students participating in Fancy Fashion competition held on 27th February14
Many fun games were also organized by the Sports Club& by different batches.
MARCH'14
1. Spectrum 2014:
Spectrum 2014 was organized at NIFT Patna on 1st March'14 & 2nd March'14 initially, but
due to Bihar Bandh called by the CM, the event had to be re-scheduled. The event was rescheduled to be organized on 1st March'14. Few inter college events were organized at NIFT
campus on 27th February'14 under various clubs and others at the venue, Premchand
Rangshala, Patna on 1st March'14.
On 1st March'14, Spectrum 14 was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by Prof. Sanjay
Shrivastava, Director, NIFT Patna; Mr. Shankar Jha, Joint Director- NIFT Patna; Mr. Udyan
Singh, owner of UV group; Ms. Soma Chakraborty, eminent artist from Patna. It was
followed by a Saraswati Vandana by one of the FP students.
Director, Prof. Sanjay Shrivastava lighting the lamp with Mr. Udyan Singh
A student performing Saraswati Vandana during the inauguration
Students performing during the Cultural Evening during Spectrum 14
Cultural Evening comprised of several singing and dancing competitions which saw
participation from various colleges of Patna, like, IIT, CNLU, CIMP, Amity, etc. The
cultural evening was followed by a Fashion Show.
A Group dance by NIFT students in progress
The Fashion Fiesta witnessed collections made by the students of the FD department. The
fashion show was styled, choreographed, anchored, back staged, supported by students of
NIFT Patna.
The Fashion show in progress
The annual festival came to an end with guests applauding the students on their achievement.
The entire event was a huge hit and got rave reviews from everyone present. The event ended
with a valedictory function where not only Spectrum winners but the meritorious students
were also felicitated.
2. Students participation in Miss India Contest at Mumbai:
Two students from NIFT Patna participated in the Miss India Contest held at
Mumbai. These students were amongst the candidates shortlisted from the
Eastern region of India.
Ms. Astha (extreme left- standing row)& Ms. Shaurya (2nd from left-sitting row), students of NIFT Patna at
Miss India 2014 at Mumbai auditions
3. Students participation in Design Contest by FBB Femina Miss India 2014:
Students from NIFT Patna participated in the National Contest by FBB Femina Miss India.
Two students from FD 8 semester, Ms. Sonam Verma and Mr. Prashik Khandare who sent
their garments, they are amongst the top 7 Winner Designers.
One of the winner designers with his designs
4. Holi Celebrations:
Holi was celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm and fervour on 14th March'14 by the faculties,
staff and students. The festival was also celebrated with a lot of zeal by the hostel girls on the
day of the Holi.
5. Interaction with NIFT Alumni:
An interaction for the students of FD 4 and FP (D) with a NIFT Patna FD alumni,
Mr. Ayush Kumar, Designer with Shahi Exports, Bangalore was organized on
25th March'14. Mr. Ayush briefed the students as to the requirements of the
industry and emphasised on the key areas to focus on.
Also an interaction for the MFM-2 with a NIFT Patna, FMS alumni, Mr. Swet
Sinha from US Polo was organized on 24th March'14.
6. Participation in Other College Festivals
Students from NIFT Patna participated in the annual festival of other colleges
held during March and won many prizes in various competitions like duet
singing, carom, etc. Students also participated in the gully cricket match
organized by Chanakya National Law University
Students from NIFT Patna at The CNLU annual festival