IMS Unison University proudly hosted the Literary Fest – Udgaar & NLAF 3.0 on 13th September 2025, organized by the Abhivyakti Club and the School of Management & Liberal Arts.
This year’s fest drew an overwhelming response with 300+ participants from 25+ institutes and universities across Dehradun and beyond, including Uttaranchal University, DIT University, College of Engineering Roorkee, Jigyasa University, Doon University, and ITM Dehradun.
The fest featured six exciting competitions:
Quiz – A high-energy battle of wits with nail-biting tie-breakers.
Escape Room – The most popular new addition, where teams raced against time to crack clues and solve a crime.
Film Review – Engaging critiques of the short film Anukul, exploring themes of AI, humanity, and blurred boundaries.
Dramatic Monologue – Powerful performances bringing characters and emotions to life.
Open Mic – A stage for unfiltered creativity through poetry, music, and spoken word.
Tark Vitark (Debate) – Six dynamic teams sparring in a fiery contest of logic and persuasion.
Adding vibrancy to the atmosphere was the student-led “Lord of the Flea Market”, with lively stalls offering everything from delicious food and refreshing mocktails to handmade accessories and jewelry.
The energy, creativity, and camaraderie of participants made Udgaar & NLAF 3.0 a grand success, leaving the audience and participants eagerly awaiting the next edition!