The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad’s annual cultural festival, ‘Chaos 2025,’ will take place from January 9 to 12, featuring esteemed speakers like former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma, along with performances by Grammy winner Ricky Kej, Amit Trivedi, and fusion band Pineapple Express. The event will also include workshops and masterclasses on diverse topics like design thinking, dance, art, and influencer marketing, continuing its legacy as a vibrant celebration of learning and culture since 1996.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Ahmedabad: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad is gearing up for its 30th annual cultural festival, ‘Chaos 2025,’ which will start on January 9. This grand celebration will bring together a mix of influential personalities, captivating performances, and engaging workshops. The institute made this announcement on Saturday.
“Former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Rajya Sabha MP Sudhanshu Trivedi will be among the guests addressing the students of Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad at its 30th annual cultural festival ‘Chaos 2025’ to begin on January 9, the institute announced Saturday.”
Adding a stellar touch to the festival, internationally acclaimed artists and performers are set to mesmerize the audience. Three-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej will be performing, along with celebrated music composer and singer Amit Trivedi, who is scheduled to perform on January 10 and January 11, respectively.
“Fusion band Pineapple Express will enthral the audience on January 12, the concluding day of the festival.”
The event also boasts of distinguished guest speakers such as Paytm founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma, as stated in the official announcement by IIM Ahmedabad.
“Chaos has been hosted on the IIMA campus since 1996.”
In addition to the performances and speeches, the festival will feature faculty masterclasses and hands-on workshops designed to inspire creativity and skill development.
Here is the comprehensive list of workshops and masterclasses scheduled for the festival:
- Design Thinking Masterclass by Prof. Amit Karna
- Deja Vu and Relevance of Ancient Indian Economic Ethics by Prof. Satish Deodhar
- Art Valuation and Investment by Prof. Prashant Das
- Bake it Simple by Harish Premi
- Contemporary Dance Workshop by Supriya Shah
- Mud Mirror Art Workshop by Dhairya
- Makeover Magic by Sapna Premi
- Salsa Dance Workshop by Rhythm Agrawal
- Film-making Workshop by Shemaroo
- Influencer Marketing Workshop by Jithin and Rachit from Qoruz
The blend of intellectual discussions, artistic performances, and hands-on activities makes ‘Chaos 2025’ a much-anticipated event for participants and attendees alike.
The festival’s rich tradition since 1996 continues to foster learning, cultural exchange, and vibrant entertainment.
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