East Fest is where the East comes alive on our campus! It brings together everyone from Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura in a whirlwind of colours, rhythms, and flavours. The pre-fest day starts with fun activities like alta khela, splashing red on hands and spirits, while street food stalls serve puchka/gupchup, aam shorbot, and other local treats to whet your appetite.
The main fest day is a feast for the senses. Watch Odissi twirl gracefully, Bihu dance energetically, and enjoy lively music and dance performances. Everywhere you look, tradition and style meet: Sambalpuri or Baluchari sarees, the beautiful Mekhela Chador drape, dhotis, and more fill the campus with colours.
And of course, food steals the show! Our famous fish curries, bamboo shoot curries, and the festival’s signature: sweets, from chhena poda to misti doi and roshogulla, make East Fest a culinary adventure. More than a fest, it’s a celebration of culture, community, and fun. People come for the flavours, stay for the vibes!
Dance lies at the heart of East Fest, lighting up the stage with traditional dances like Odissi, Bihu, and other folk traditions from the East!
Each act reflects a deep connection to region and rhythm, with students across batches coming together to show their heritage with pride. The result of this, naturally, is a dynamic and colourful evening where one can let their tradition speak for them.
Food at East Fest is a journey across eastern India, one plate at a time. There’s puchka/gupchup, and aam shorbot, the famous fish curries, bamboo shoot curries, and of course, the festival’s signature: sweets, from chhena poda to misti doi and roshogulla!
People come for the flavours, but stay for the vibes! It’s indulgent, nostalgic, and impossible to stop at just one serving.
The decor of the East Fest turns the campus into a nostalgic Eastern scene, complete with traditional motifs, bold colours, and other regional elements, including, of course, the iconic Maa Durga, which blend seamlessly with festive lights and handcrafted details.
The setting feels less like a university campus and more like a real slice of the east, perfect for photos and conversation.
