Manbhavan Youth Festival, MKBU 2023

Hello Readers! This blog is a part of a thinking activity assigned by Dr.Dilip Barad sir from the English Department, MKBU. In this blog, my goal is to provide a thorough overview of the diverse youth events, focusing on the intricacies of the meticulously organized Youth Festival 2023 by Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University. I am fortunate to partake in an essay writing competition this year, adding a valuable layer to my overall experience. Join me as we explore the depths of the Youth Festival 2023.

The 31st Youth Festival, "Manbhavan Yuvak Mahotsav," organized by Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University, happened from November 3rd to 5th. Students' excitement soared each year during this event. The festival focused on celebrating the strength of women, with the Physical Education Department hosting the event. The entire festival featured a total of 32 competitions organized under five Sections, including Literature, Music, Fine Arts, Dance, and Theatre, each with a specific name. 

- "मनभावन शब्दम" - English Department

- "मनभावन स्वरम" - New Court hall

- "मनभावन नृत्यम" - Amphitheatre

- "मनभावन नाट्यम" - Atal Auditorium

- "मनभावन रंगम" - External Department

Here are some glimpses of the last day of Youth Festival 2023

Kalayatra:

This year, the team from the Department of English also took part in Kalayatra with a compelling idea. Kala Yatra is organized as part of Kala Pradarshan, aiming to acquaint the public with its cultural importance. On November 2, 2023, the Kalayatra kicked off from Samaldas Arts College, Gujarat, starting at 3:00 PM. The procession concludes at J.K. Saravaiya College, Saradarnagar, Bhavnagar, Gujarat. The host for Kalayatra is Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul, Sardarnagar. I am also participating in Kalayatra along with other students. Our team is focusing on a feminine theme, representing the situations of women in both traditional and modern society. Those portraying the modern aspect of females showcase the brighter and more powerful sides. The title of our plot is 'Oppression to Freedom: નારી વંદના’. The standing positions represent the transition from traditional to modern situations for women, symbolizing both suppression and freedom.

On the first day of the Youth Festival on November 3rd, 2023, several exciting events took place:

1.Mimicry (Amphitheatre):

Mimicry, the festival's opening act, showcased participants imitating various sounds like scooters, helicopters, trains, auto-rickshaws, and animals. Last year had only four participants, but this time, 7 or 8 took part, showing increased interest.

2. Skit (Atal Auditorium):

A skit is a short, funny performance involving a small group. It entertains the audience while conveying a humorous message on various significant topics in India. Skits bring people together through shared laughter and amusement.

3. Bhajan (New Court Hall):

Bhajan, a devotional Hindu song, involves musical expressions and instruments like the Tabla. It serves as a powerful way to express devotion.

4. On the Spot Painting (External Department):

In this event, students created artwork on the spot, expressing their creativity. The given topics were "Nari Shakti" and "Utsavo ni Ujavani." Hina Parmar from our class actively participated and showcased her talent.

5. Prashna Manch (Quiz Competition) Round 1 (English Department):

The quiz had two rounds with teams of three. The first round was a written test, and the top five teams advanced to the final round, led by a quiz master.

6.Folk Dance (Amphitheatre):

Folk dances are vibrant celebrations of cultural traditions, showcasing the rich heritage of diverse communities. Participants dedicate days to perfect their performances, emphasizing elegance and satisfaction. The amphitheater, filled with spectators, enjoyed live performances reflecting the essence of Indian culture. Diverse dance forms like Adivasi Ras, Prachin Garbo, Tippani, and more portrayed the intricacies of human experience through dance.

7. Halvu Kanthya Sangeet (Sugam Geet) (New Court Hall):

Numerous participants, including Hardi from Semester 1 class, took part in this event featuring Sugam Geet.

8. Swarachit Kavya Pathan (Poetry Writing and Recitation - English Department):

Swarachit Kavya Pathan was organized in the Department of English. In this competition, participants were tasked with writing poetry on topics assigned to them on the spot. Following this, each participant had to recite their poem, showcasing and enhancing the remarkable abilities and skills of the students. Numerous participants, including my friend Upasana from the English Department, took part in this competition. Topics of Swarachit Kavya Pathan:

1. ઉમ્મીદ 

2. બાળપણ ખોવાણું 

3. સ્મરણોની કેડીએ 

4.જે કર જૂલાવે પારણું 

5. મેરી મિટ્ટી મેરા દેશ 

9. Paper Collage (External Department):

Paper Collage topics were Fish Tank, Flowerpot, and Rainy Season. This competition allowed students to showcase artistic abilities and skills in a highly creative manner.

November 4, 2023 (Saturday)

Second Day of Youth Festival

1. Samuh Geet (Western):

The first event of the day, held in the Amphitheatre from 10:30 to 12:30 PM.

2. Ekanki (One Act Play):

Organized in the Atal Auditorium, featuring plays like Kashmir Crisis, Laxmi, Vat Ek Vyathani, Ene Nahi To Mele, Jo Guzar Na Saki Woh Zindagi Humne Guzari Hain, Meran, Mahamrityunjay, and Christy Brown.

3. Shastriya Gayan (Classical Singing):

Took place in the New Court Hall.

4. Tatkal Photography (On-the-Spot Photography):

Organized in the External Department, participants captured photos on topics like "Youth Festival 2023," "Today's Woman," and "Nature's Harmony."

5. Clay Modeling (External Department):

The Clay Modeling event was organized in the External Department of MKBU. The subjects for Clay Modeling were:

  1. માતૃપ્રેમ (Maternal Love)

   2. ગ્રામ્ય જીવન (Rural Life)

   3. સંગીતકાર (Musician)oll

November 6, 2023

Fourth Day of the Youth Festival

1. Elocution Competition (New Court Hall):

The Elocution competition was organized at New Court Hall. Numerous participants took part in this event, including Trushali Dodiya. Participants were allowed to present their ideas and views in Hindi, Gujarati, and English. including Trushali Dodiya, expressed their ideas in Hindi, Gujarati, and English. The topics for the Elocution competition were:

   1. આર્ટિફિશિયલ ઇન્ટેલિજન્સ: કેટલું પડકારજનક?

   2. યત્ર નર્યાત્સુ પૂજ્યંતે

   3. ચાલો વૃધ્ધાશ્રમ ઘટાડીએ

   4. પર્યાવરણ અને માનવ: એક સિક્કાની બે બાજુ

   5. Global Terrorism: Implications and Solutions

   6. बुलंद भारत की बुलंद तसवीर

2. Quiz Competition (Final round - Department of English):

Five teams competed in the final round, allowing spectators to watch.

3. Classical Dance (Atal Auditorium):

Featured six to seven participants showcasing intricate Indian classical dance forms.

4. Cartooning (External Department):

The event of Cartooning was organized in the External Department of MKBU. Dhatri Parmar participated in this competition and secured the second position. The topics for Cartooning were:

   1. મોંઘવારી

   2. ચૂંટણી

   3. ગાંધીજી અને જનતા

5. Essay Competition (Department of English):

The Essay competition took place in the Department of English. Numerous participants took part, aiming to explore new ideas and thoughts. I also participated in this competition. It was a really amazing experience. In this competition I write my thoughts on the topic “From Kitchen to Cabinet - Women Don't Give Up”. The competition aimed to develop writing and thinking skills. The topics for the Essay competition were:

   1. India's Space Odyssey

   2. From the Kitchen to Cabinet - Women, Don't Give Up

   3. Are Wars Inevitable?

   4. The Importance of Value-based Education

   5. Plastic Pollution - Problems & Resolution

6. Poster Making (External Department):

Poster Making was organized in the External Department of MKBU. Participants were given topics to create posters, showcasing their skills and abilities. The topics for Poster Making were:

   1  વૃધ્ધની સેવા

   2 પાણી બચાવો

    3 કન્યા શિક્ષણ

 7. Mono-Acting (Atal Auditorium):

Mono-Acting was organized at Atal Auditorium. Many students participated, choosing topics related to current situations like the exploitation of women and rape. Pooja Bhuva took part in this event.

5th November, 2023 - Third Day of the Youth Festival:

1. Installation (External Department - 8:00 am to 10:00 am):

The Installation event was organized at the External Department of MKBU from 8:00 am to 10:00 in the morning. The topics for Installation were:

   1. નારીશક્તિ (Women Power)

   2. સુરક્ષા

   3. મજૂર

   4. ચિકિત્સા (આયુર્વેદના સંદર્ભમાં)

2. Samuh Geet (Bhartiya) - Amphitheatre:

The group singing event, Samuh Geet Bhartiya, added a cultural touch to the festival in the Amphitheatre.

3. Mime (Atal Auditorium):

The Mime event in the Atal Auditorium showcased silent storytelling, with performers expressing emotions and tales through gestures and movements. This artful presentation served as a powerful medium for social commentary and introspection.

Closing Ceremony:

The Closing Ceremony at 4:00 P.M. in the Amphitheatre marked the end of the Youth Festival, building excitement for the results.

Celebrating Achievements: Trushali Dodiya achieved second place in Rangoli, while Dhatri Parmar excelled, securing the second position in Cartooning. These accomplishments bring pride to the Department of English. Here are glimpses featuring our Department's participants, mentors, and dedicated volunteers.