Parichay 2025: The Banner Drop that Ignited a Campus
Introduction
The cultural pulse of RNS Institute of Technology reached a fever pitch in late 2024 and early 2025 with the return of Parichay, the institute's legendary intra-college cultural extravaganza. Supported by title sponsors like InsightsIAS, the fest serves as a grand stage for students to rediscover their non-technical identities.
- Banner Drop Ceremony: The traditional "Banner Drop" at the basketball court officially marks the beginning of weeks of auditions and rehearsals. It is a moment of pure collective energy where the Cultural Activity Team (CAT) unveils the theme for the year.
- Project Open House Panorama 2025: An annual exhibition where students present prototypes to industry luminaries. Recent standouts include:
- Jeevadhara: An AI-enabled application that uses image-to-speech and text-to-speech to connect senses for disabled individuals.
- NeuroVision: A Deep Learning and Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) system designed for assistive devices using EEG signals.
- Agile Labs and CoE Infrastructure: The Department of Computer Science now houses a VTU-recognized R&D Center and specialized Agile Labs to teach students the Scrum and Sprint methodologies used in global tech firms.
- Mechanical "Makers Lab": A dedicated space where faculty demonstrate basic physics and mechanical concepts using cut sections of real automotive engines and disassembled aircraft parts RNS Institute of Technology.
- Departmental Rivalry: In Parichay, departments don't just compete; they battle for glory in singing, classical dance (Natarang), and western dance (Synapse). It is a test of organizational skill and artistic expression.
- Ethnic Day Celebrations: A highlight of the fest is Ethnic Day, where the 5,600+ student body celebrates India's diversity, followed by high-energy Dhandiya and Tammate performances.
Conclusion
Parichay is the soul of RNS Institute of Technology. It ensures that amidst the rigors of coding and calculus, students never lose their creative spark. It is this balance of "Art and Analytics" that makes the RNSIT campus life truly memorable.