Bathinda, November 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The first two days of the 11th MRSPTU Inter-Zonal Youth Festival 2026, themed ‘Jug Jug Jive Punjab’, turned the university campus into a vibrant celebration of Punjab’s cultural heritage, artistic traditions and youthful talent.
More than 1,200 students from affiliated and constituent colleges are participating in the three-day festival.
Folk performances remained a major attraction, with energetic presentations of Giddha, Luddi and Sammi drawing applause. Music competitions featured folk songs, Vaar singing, Kavishri, classical and light vocal performances, Western vocals, solo folk instruments, percussion and non-percussion instruments, along with folk orchestra.
Theatre events, including one-act plays, skits, mime and mimicry, added to the cultural programme, while traditional fancy dress showcased Punjabi heritage. Literary competitions such as debates, quizzes, elocution and poetry recitation encouraged intellectual engagement and creative expression.
Fine arts events brought together painting, poster-making, cartooning, collage-making, Rangoli, Mehndi, clay modelling, handicrafts and installation art. Traditional craft activities, including Gudian Patole Banauna, Chhikku Banauna, Pirhi Bunani and Khiddo Banauni, highlighted indigenous skills and folk-art traditions.
The festival is being organised by the Department of Youth Welfare under the guidance of Vice Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma. Director Youth Welfare Dr. Iqbal Singh Brar and his team are coordinating the event.
The three-day cultural extravaganza will conclude on November 13, with the final day’s competitions set to continue the celebration of student talent and Punjabi traditions.
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