Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University once again demonstrated its national character and academic excellence by marking a strong and commendable presence at the Sixth Dehradun International Science and Technology Festival 2025. The three-day festival, held from 12 to 14 November, showcased remarkable performances by the university’s students in science, technology, creativity, and innovation.
The festival commenced with a poster-making competition that highlighted the creativity and scientific perspective of the participants. In this competition, *Ms. Pratiksha Dhaundiyal, a second-year BFA Painting student, brought pride to the university by securing the second prize for her exceptional artwork*. A total of thirty-four students participated, including twenty-eight from Narayan Swami College of Nursing, one from the Department of Applied Sciences, and five from the Department of Fine Arts.
On the second day, a seminar on Cyber Security was organized, where thirty-nine nursing students gained valuable insights into digital safety, cybercrime, and technological vigilance. The written quiz competition held the same day saw forty-nine university students showcasing their knowledge and promptness with impressive performance.
The third day featured the *Second Meditech Conclave, where **Professor Dr. Himanshu Aeran graced the event as the Chief Guest and presided over the Meditecon session*. Addressing the students, he noted that technological advancement in the medical field has contributed immensely to the betterment of human life and has played a vital role in societal welfare. He further emphasized that alongside the extraordinary progress of medical technology, the essence of human sensitivity must remain central, as medicine is not merely about treatment but also about compassion and empathy.
A total of two hundred and twenty students participated in the Meditech Conclave, including two hundred and fifteen from the Nursing Department and five from the Fine Arts Department.
*The creative showcases by the Fine Arts Department emerged as one of the major highlights of the festival*. Under the guidance of Dr. Mukti Bhatnagar, students of the Subharti School of Fine Arts and Fashion Design displayed a wide range of artistic works, including mirror design, painting, craft painting, live painting, portraits, mural art, and art jewelry. Their outstanding creativity blended scientific ideas with artistic expression, leaving a lasting impact on the audience. This synergy of science and art reflected the university’s commitment to multidisciplinary and holistic education.
Overall, Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University’s participation in the festival reaffirmed that the institution is not only a frontrunner in science, technology, and medical education but also places equal emphasis on art, creativity, and human values. The university remains dedicated to ensuring that its students continue to shine on national and international platforms with their diverse talents and innovative spirit.
