CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: IIFM Bhopal Hosts Grand ‘Kalpataru 2025’ and ‘Reminiscence’ Alumni Meet
The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal, successfully organized its flagship event, ‘Kalpataru 2025,’ alongside the grand ‘Reminiscence’ Alumni Meet. The celebration concluded with the 25th Annual Kalpataru Gathering, featuring Padma Shri awardee Bhairu Singh Chauhan as the chief guest and Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), SCRB, Madhya Pradesh, Chanchal Shekhar as the special guest.
Vision & Growth of IIFM
In his address, IIFM Director K. Ravichandran highlighted the institute’s commitment to holistic development and future vision. Distinguished guests appreciated IIFM’s vibrant academic culture and extracurricular initiatives.
Exciting Competitions & Sports Events
The three-day Kalpataru 2025 festival began with the ‘Guts & Glory’ competition, where 15 teams participated, and Team Hanuman emerged victorious. In the Treasure Hunt, out of 54 teams, the winners were Shashi Dharan, Shreyas, and M.G. Gowda.
Key highlights included sports and cultural activities:
The Fusion Championship: Various sports competitions, with Harsh Tawari’s team securing first place.
Kavyam Poetry Contest (March 8): Srishti Agrawal won the top prize.
Exciting Basketball & Volleyball Matches between students and faculty members added to the festival’s energy.
Reminiscence Alumni Meet – Rekindling Old Memories
The Reminiscence Alumni Meet welcomed alumni from the 1998, 1999, and 2014 batches, providing them an opportunity to relive their college days.
A special event, ‘Yaadon Ki Baraat’ (Parade of Memories), brought alumni together for a nostalgic reunion with faculty and batchmates.
To add adventure and excitement, the festival featured:
🏹 Archery
⛰️ Rappelling
🎯 Paintball
A traditional pottery-making workshop and stalls offering delicious food and handcrafted items by students enriched the festival’s cultural spirit.
This event reinforced IIFM Bhopal’s legacy of academic excellence, leadership, and lifelong connections, leaving participants with cherished memories for years to come.
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