Arthashastra ’26 Concludes on a High Note, Showcases Strategy, Innovation and Cultural Energy
The annual management and cultural festival Arthashastra ’26 recently concluded with enthusiastic participation and a packed schedule of academic and entertainment-driven events. Organisers stated that this year’s edition, themed “Dreaming Big, Creating Impact, and Going Beyond All Limits,” reflected the growing scale and ambition of the festival.
Festival representatives told Sachi Shiksha that the journey leading up to the main event included several engaging pre-fest initiatives such as Royal Socials’ Fiesta, Summit Samvaad and an extensive college-outreach drive that invited 92 institutions to take part in the celebrations.
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Four Days of Competitive and Creative Events
The main festival, held from January 31 to February 3, featured a diverse line-up of competitions focused on business strategy, marketing and presentation skills. Events such as Artha’s Got Latent, Pareto, Bear the Bull, Marketing Mayhem and Pitch Perfect attracted strong student participation and competitive spirit.
Organisers noted that the wide range of activities helped create an immersive learning environment while maintaining the celebratory character of the fest.
Influencer Panel and Keynote Session Draw Attention
A key highlight was ArthaSummit, themed “Soch over So-Called: Conveying the Unconventional,” which brought together prominent digital creators Kenavita Golani, Bhavika Motwani, Kanchi Sharma and Rashmi Agdekar for a discussion on personal branding and life in the creator economy.
The session was followed by a keynote address from Paritosh Anand, whose light-hearted yet insightful talk generated enthusiastic response from the audience.
ArthaSocials Night Becomes Crowd Favourite
The festival’s entertainment segment, ArthaSocials, emerged as one of the most popular attractions. Along with a lively flea market, the evening featured a live performance by singer Shahid Mallya, who delivered several of his well-known numbers to an energetic crowd.
Students were seen dancing, singing along and celebrating well into the night, making it one of the most memorable moments of Arthashastra ’26.
Organisers Reflect on a Successful Edition
Festival representatives told Sachi Shiksha that Arthashastra ’26 succeeded in combining academic engagement, networking opportunities and cultural expression. According to them, the festival continues to evolve as a platform that encourages innovation, leadership and collaboration among young participants.
With four days of competitions, panel discussions and performances now concluded, Arthashastra ’26 leaves behind strong participation levels and sets a benchmark for future editions.
