Kshitij, in the persistent pursuit of perfection
The ambience is charged and the stage has been all set for the eleventh edition of Kshitij, the annual techno-management fest of IIT Kharagpur. Scheduled from 31st January to 3rd February this year, in the aesthetic campus in Kharagpur, this fest is bound to amaze and enthral its participants as it has always.
Kshitij has grown exponentially to its well reputed status of Asia's largest techno-management festival, riding on the shoulders of its large prize money and huge participation. With the noblest of all intentions, that is, to provide the technically inclined youth of the nation a common platform of unparalleled competition and global exposure, Kshitij is bound to greatness in the years to come.
With over 40 events in nine genres, many of them certified by globally acclaimed institutions like ACM, IEEE, ASHRAE and SPE and so on, Kshitij caters to the wide variety of interest of the nation's youth. The events span across highly technical events like Laws of Motion, (an RC aircraft design competition certified by the famous IMechE as well as business-management related events like B Plan (for which the probable incubation money is a huge ? 30 lakhs). The unique social initiatives taken by Kshitij every year also conveys its commitment to building a stronger and more responsible society.
Kshitij is also well known for its addictive online games, like Woodstock, Forex, Relic Hunter and so on, which are all accessible through registration at the fest's website www.ktj.in. With a total of eight million hits the previous year the official website of Kshitij, the cradle of all activity and portal to all the events and attractions of Kshitij, holds the status of the largest student run website.
The unbelievable exhibitions from around the world and world famous dignitaries and Nobel laureates who exalt us with their inspirational presence which have been an imperative part of Kshitij throughout the years. Certified workshops by leading organisations adds to the splendour of Kshitij, while the nights of this astounding extravaganza are filled with the energy and positive vibes of the
adrenaline-pumping Megashows.
Kshitij, which celebrated a decade of success in inspiring the youth of the nation in its previous edition, added one more jewel to its crown of achievements by acquiring a patronage from UNESCO, the highest form of support it gives to any organisation.
All those who wish to be a part of this amazing extravaganza are required to register themselves at www.ktj.in. Without any doubt, Kshitij is the ideal technical platform where all your dreams will be given wings.