The 38th AIU Inter University National Youth Festival-2024-25 known as Amity Utsav kick-started on Monday. Christened as Mahakumbh of Talent over 2407 students from 148 Universities from across India are participating in 28 competitions such as classical music, vocal music, western music, folk dance, classical dance, quiz competitions, debate competitions, plays, skits, poster making, collage amongst others.
Inaugurating under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) renowned Kuchipudi dancer Padma Bhushan Raja Reddy said India is famous across the world for its dynamic, vibrant, colourful and diverse customs, languages, culture and traditions. Local MP former Union Minister Mahesh Sharma said Amity University has organized this Mega Youth Festival which is truly commendable.
Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak President, Association of Indian Universities (AIU), in his comments said Youth Festivals serve as a vibrant platform for the expression of creativity, talent, and innovation among our young minds. Dr. Balvinder Shukla, Vice Chancellor Amity University Uttar Pradesh said, "The AIU Inter-University National Youth Festival 2024-25 is a vibrant and highly anticipated event that brings together students from universities across India to showcase their talents, creativity, and cultural diversity, with an aim to celebrate the spirit of unity, national integration, and youth empowerment.