Varanasi Campus

NIFT Varanasi celebrated the 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with patriotism and enthusiasm, bringing together students, faculty, and staff to honour the Indian Constitution. Joint Director Prof. Dr. Smriti Yadav hoisted the national flag, followed by the anthem and a salute from the NIFT contingent. Her address highlighted constitutional values and citizen’s responsibilities. Energetic cultural performances showcased India's diversity, followed by a Republic Day-themed Styling Competition where students displayed creative fashion inspired by national heritage. The celebrations concluded with group photographs capturing the spirit of unity and pride.

Description: The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Varanasi, celebrated the 77th Republic Day on 26 January 2026 with immense patriotic fervour and a deep sense of national pride. Students, faculty members, and staff gathered together on this occasion to honour the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution and to reaffirm the spirit of national unity and integrity that binds the country together.

The celebration commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the national flag by NIFT's Joint Director, Prof. Dr. Smriti Yadav, followed by the singing of the national anthem and a dignified salute presented by the NIFT Varanasi contingent. Students and faculty stood in respectful attention as the tricolour was unfurled. In her address, the Joint Director spoke thoughtfully on the significance of the Indian Constitution, the responsibilities of citizenship, and the vital role of youth in shaping the nation's future.

Following the flag hoisting, an energetic and vibrant cultural segment featured performances that beautifully celebrated India's diversity and creative spirit. The occasion also included a Republic Day-themed Styling Competition, wherein students displayed remarkable creativity and fashion sensibility, drawing inspiration from national symbols, heritage, and contemporary aesthetics.

The celebrations concluded with group photographs capturing the camaraderie and pride shared by the NIFT Varanasi family, marking a memorable and meaningful tribute to the nation's enduring democratic journey.

Fashion Spectrum 2026, organised by NIFT Varanasi, opened with an energetic inauguration ceremony, followed by literary events like Short Story Writing, Rapid Rhyme, and Extempore Debate. Creative performances including Nukkad Natak, Stand-Up Comedy, and Art Parody kept the stage lively, while Face Painting and Hip-Hop Face-off boosted participation. Cultural highlights featured Theme Dance, Group Dance, and Classical Face-off, alongside musical acts like Rap Battle and performances by Team Banarasi Gayak and Malaki Band. The event culminated in a spectacular Fashion Show showcasing student designs with confidence and style.

Description : Fashion Spectrum 2026 was organised by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Varanasi campus, commencing with an Opening Ceremony that set an enthusiastic tone for the entire event. The program featured a range of literary competitions, including Short Story Writing, Rapid Rhyme, Image & Imagination, and Extempore Debate, giving students a platform to express their ideas with creativity and confidence.

The event further included performance-based activities such as Nukkad Natak, Stand-Up Comedy, Monologue, and Art Parody, which kept the stage dynamic and engaging throughout. Additional activities like Face Painting and Hip-Hop Face-off encouraged strong student participation and added a fun, interactive element to the proceedings.

Debate contests promoted intellectual engagement, which was boosted by eye-catching booth displays and innovative showcases. The event's main draw was its cultural events, which included Rap Battle, Solo Singing, Duet Singing, and Theme Dance, Solo Dance, Group Dance, and Classical Face-off. Bands like the Malaki Band and Team Banarasi Gayak infused the event with extraordinary vitality and zeal.

Organised entirely by NIFT Varanasi, the event reached its grand finale with the Fashion Show, where students presented their original designs with notable confidence, creativity, and style, marking a memorable conclusion to Fashion Spectrum 2026.