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Creative minds exhibit engineering skills at graVITas’ 26 at VIT
thehindu.com Sep 20, 2026

Creative minds exhibit engineering skills at graVITas’ 26 at VIT

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VIT’s annual technology festival, graVITas’26, opened its second day with 227 events and an expected 40,000 participants. Students from mechanical, electronics, electrical, and communication engineering showcased projects in robo wars, drone racing, toycathon, big band theory, and map quest. Robo wars featured 15‑kg and 60‑kg categories, requiring teams to repair damaged robots within 20 minutes. Drone teams navigated obstacle courses over 200 m, with speed and precision determining winners. The fest also hosted a capital‑hunt startup pitch, attracting investors and offering a ₹25 lakh cash prize and ₹1.5 crore in-kind rewards. Atul Sahgal of Cognizant and alumnus Hemant Sahal were scheduled as chief guest and guest of honour.

💡 Why It Matters

  • · The festival’s blend of competitive engineering and startup incubation demonstrates how academic institutions can bridge classroom theory with real‑world innovation, preparing students for industry challenges.
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