Annual Day Program
This is for general information that the Annual Day Program by the IIT Club shall be organized on 23
August 2025 from 1715 hrs. at Bhupen Hazarika Auditorium, IIT Guwahati, as per the following
schedule:
Event
Members of the faculty and staff, along with their families, shall assemble at the venue
Arrival of Director
Lamp lighting ceremony
Director's address
S No Performances
1 Bollywood-style dance performance by Twinkle Toes from IITG Daycare Center: A lively
Bollywood dance by the little stars of IITG Daycare's Twinkle Toes group, bringing energy,
joy, and sparkle to the stage
Performance by: Ponkhi, Krishti, Kautilya, Sivangsu, Aayan, Hiyan, Adhrit, Nairit, Nitiksha,
Navya, Jaishrita, Shrutishreya, Deshna, Girvani, Bedika, Tejaswini, Akhila, Samira, Vyom,
Nirvaan, Shubhashree, Souronil, Joyditya, Dhriti, Tuhi, Gullu, and Myra
Choreographer: Mrs. Tejashree Rishikesh Kulkarni
2 Echoes of the River: A Bharatanatyam ode: Rivers are the veins of our earth, carrying life,
culture, and timeless stories in their flow. Yet today, they face silence and scarcity, urging us
to listen. Through Bharatanatyam, the Nrithanjali School of Bharatanatyam, IITG Club brings
you 'Echoes of the River', a dance offering to honor and save our rivers
Performance by: Aarna Das, Aavani Ajaikumr, Akshara V Ammanath, Aparajita Singh,
Arushi Dasmahapatra, Dishita Dasgupta, Garvita Sarma, Kathrine Ann John, Lavanya,
Malavika Karangat, Merlin Sara John, Mrittika purkait, Prachetas, Ritika Nayak, Riyansha
Thummer, Shruti, Stuti Ravindra Salve, Veda samhitha Thota, and Uma Narayan
Choreographer: Mrs. Uma Narayan
3 Bengali dance: It's a song written by Kazi Nazrul Islam. It's a Nazrul Geeti
Performance by: Swathi, Humshika, and Aishi
Choreographer: Mrs. Niraja Nathan
4 Tyoharon ki Railgadi: A joyful skit by kids, celebrating the vibrant spirit of Indian festivals.
Through this act, children will showcase unity, culture, and the colorful journey of traditions
across India.
Performance by: Hriddhima Kakati, Swapnil Das, Ridhaan Johari, Janki Vyas, Purush
Goswami, Advika Goswami, Akshita Bhattacharjee, Reyansh Deshmukh, Jayaditya Barooah,
Ovelle Kulkarni, and Advika Chaudhary
Choreographer: Mrs. Tejashree Rishikesh Kulkarni
5 An item on lord krishna bharatnatyam dance: Describing lord Krishna and showing his
gestures from his childhood
Performance by: Vasudha, Vibhuti, Ovelle, and Vynavi
Choreographer: Mrs. [Link]
6 Cinematic dances by boys: Get ready for the swag, feel the beat, feel the vibe, here come the
boys with cinematic pride
Performance by: Aadharsh Krishnan Kunnumakkara, Harvey Issac Cyril, Siddharth John,
Ayaskant Das, and Noah Jacob Mannanal
Choreographer: Mrs. Jyothsna Unnikrishnan
7 Self-written poetry by Litsoc Club (IITG Students): This team includes students from LitSoc,
Cultural Board and they will be performing poetry in different languages, both original and
tributes.
Performance by: Ujjwal Krishna, Aman, Ayush Agarwal, Harsh Sharma
Choreographer: Shrawon Dey
8 Modern group singing: The song describes the heart of every bubbly, carefree, and
adventurous girl who knows where and how to find happiness in life.
Performance by: Dhanushka Bakal and Jigyasha Bora
Choreographer: Mrs. Minakshi Bora
9 Semi-classical and folk dance
Performance by: Darshana, Kritirani, Krishnavi, Bidisha, Jaasritha, Harshali, Shanvi, Saki,
Divyanshi, Devangini, Aradhya, Dhriya Laxmi, Moumita, Nairiti, Jigyasa, Shrishti, Harshita,
Jitarthi, Mridushmita, Jagriti, Ponkhima, and Abhikhya
Choreographer: Mrs. Anita Devi
10 Assamese and Bollywood fusion dance
Performance by: Ridhaan Johari, G Bhargrvi, S Vishnu, A Avishnavi, Akhil Vivek, Arianna,
Harvey Issac Cyril, Arish Sinin Alam, Rudrika Baruah Ahana Chattopadhyay, Merlin Sara
John, Riyan Ripankar Kalita, Malavika Karangat, Viyanshi Deka, Swathhii Suresh, Ishitha
Majhi, Jairus Melan, Samira John, Hanshika Sarkar, Eva Sharma, Alinna Qureshi, Priyal
Pandey, Rishita Tripathy, Humshhika Kalamdhad. Roni Boro, Pragyan Prahil, Advika,
Manasvi Sharama
Choreographer: Biju Deka
11 Nrithya Sangamam: This evening, the instructors of the IIT Guwahati Club bring together the
grace of Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kathak, and Sattriya. In this rare confluence, tradition and
rhythm merge to create a journey through India's classical heritage. Welcome to 'Nritya
Sangam', a celebration of artistry and devotion."
Performance by: Anita Devi, Pronab jyoti Saikia, Debabrata barua, Uma Narayan
Choreographer: Mrs. Uma Narayan
12 Semi-classical dance form of Satriya Nritya: It is a Satriya dance in the Rabha Sangeet Biswar
Sande Sande. The song was composed by Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha. This song "Biswar
Sande Sande" evokes the image of synchronizing motion, devotion, and celebration with the
cosmic or universal rhythm—a beautiful metaphor for spiritual harmony or collective joy.
Performance by: Koustavi Nath, Nandika Saikia, Deepshikha Saikia, Devistuti Sarmah,
Adrika Baruah, Trishani Tamuly, Kuwali Pathak, Tattva Kalita, Jaishnavi Saikia, and
Tathagataa Pathak
Choreographer: Mrs. Smita Bhuyan
13 Semi-classical dance: Irsia and Sulagna are going to present a semi-classical dance with a
Bollywood song.
Performance by: Irsia Manna and Sulagna Sahu
Choreographer: Tumpa Manna Jana
14 (Two groups together, 1st 10 participants, next 20 participants) Singing: The first composition
is by Zafar Ali, a disciple of Ramakrishna, who composed this bhajan to depict surrendering
to an omnipotent God, who doesn't distinguish between religion and faith. This song will be
sung by the youngest members of team Lihaaz, ... In tabla accompaniment, we have Mr.
Shankarjyoti Saikia.
Vocal support by Mrs Gayatri and in guitar accompaniment by Prof John
Young participants are: Rihangsa, Mrittika, Sruti, Purvika, Malvika, Urshita, Swati, Aveli,
Prachetas, Aishi, Tattva, Sannibha, Saharsh, Siddharth, Ritankur, Aheli, Ahana, Aarna, and
Snigdhosom
Choreographer: Mrs. Sabarni Dasgupta
The next performance will be based on Raag Bhairavi. We have snippets of three compositions
put together in this bouquet. The first one is a famous Bollywood piece sung by none other
than the legendary Sri Manna Dey, followed by a bandish in teental and a Tarana in drut
Teental. This piece will be performed by the elder members of Team Lihaaz, .... The team will
be led by Sabarni, and in tabla accompaniment, we will have Shankarjyoti Saikia.
Participants are: John, Gayatri, Smita, Nalini, Pujatini, Srijata, Joya, Disha, Gargi, Sagota, and
Anupama
Choreographer: Mrs. Sabarni Dasgupta
15 The dance performance is based on Radha-Krishna leela.. Language is Brajabuli...
Performance by: Ayushree Das, Snigdha Raj Kancharala, Adrita Goswami, Avantika Thota,
Prishika Jana, and Sarayu Kancharala
Choreographer: Mrs. Gargi Das
16 Rhythm of beats: Dance is about connecting yourself with the music, and who wouldn't, if the
beats are nothing but pure energy
Performance by: Nandani Rai and Sudipa Das
Choreographer: Ms. Nandani Rai
17 Pure Kathak Dance: Kathak dance is beautiful due to its blend of intricate footwork, graceful
movements,and expressive storytelling. Kathak often has a strong beat and can be danced in
many taals. Presenting a dhamakedar group performance of Kathak
Performance by: Rayna Kashyap, Sulagna Sahu, Prisha Mondal, and Yashranjani Das
Choreographers: Moumita Sahu and Debarati Chowdhary
18 A semi-classical performance dedicated to Lord Shiva, showcasing grace, devotion, and the
spirit of dance as worship
Performance by: Tejashree, Aishwarya, Minakshi, Nikita, and Rashmi
Choreographer: Mrs. Tejashree Rishikesh Kulkarni
19 Vintage Vibes: Let's time-travel to the Golden era of vintage Bollywood Vibes
Performance by: Samarpita Aditya Das, Sudipa Das, Tulika Bharali, Anusmita Kakati,
Meenakshi Borah, Sagarika Das, Chayanika Gogoi, and Bandana Khataniar
Choreographer: Mrs. Mukuta Mala
20 Kathak Classical Dance performance by Cadence Club (IITG Students): This performance
today seeks to bring alive the dialogue between music and movement. The intricate sitar notes
and rhythmic patterns find their echo in classical dance, where each gesture and expression
resonates with the melody. It is an exploration of how harmonies in music seamlessly merge
with the aesthetics of dance, together weaving a tapestry of discipline, grace, and timeless
tradition.
Performance by: Yogitha, Anshika Diskshit, Nila Khatir, Mishika Agarwal, Soumya Jain
Choreographer: Vaishnavi Agarwal
21 Bollywood based on Marathi traditional style: Pinga is a traditional Marathi dance form from
the famous Bollywood Movie Bajirao Mastani. The choreography emphasizes traditional
Marathi folk dance elements, especially Lavani.
Performance by: Stuti Salve and Aishani Banerjee
Choreographer: Ankita Panda
22 Group Violin: Violin Performance on Raag Bhupali and one song by Dr. Bhupen Hazarika
Performance by: Samarjyoyi Kalitra, Emlin Abraham, Shivani Raj, P. S. Robi, U. K. Saha,
Nandika Saikia, Jaishnavi Saikia, Jaishnav Raagam Dutta, Ritankar Sengupta
Choreographer: Mr. Samarjjyoti Kalita
23 Western Melodies on Keyboard
Performance by: Aaryansh Panda, Balarka Dasgupta, Chandni, Muskan Sen, Manpraneet, and
Rishmit Neel
Choreographer: Mr. Uttam Malakar
24 Closing ceremony
