IIT Patna's Celesta 2026 Wraps Up with Spectacular Robotics and Cultural Showcases
The vibrant three-day annual techno-cultural festival, Celesta 2026, organized by the Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT-P), drew to a successful close on Sunday. The event transformed the campus into a hub of innovation and creativity, attracting techno enthusiasts from across the nation.
Robotics Events Showcase Engineering Brilliance
The festival's cutting-edge robotics segment featured a series of thrilling competitions that highlighted engineering prowess and competitive spirit. Key events included:
- Robo Wars: A battle of mechanical might and strategy.
- Aqua Robo: Demonstrations of aquatic robotics capabilities.
- Death Race: High-stakes racing challenges for autonomous robots.
- Robo Soccer: A robotic twist on the classic sport.
- Aero Sprint: Competitions focused on aerial robotics and speed.
These events served as a real-time platform for participants to apply their engineering knowledge, programming skills, and strategic thinking in dynamic environments.
Winners Announced at Closing Ceremony
During the closing ceremony held at the festival ground, winners of the major robotics events were celebrated. The victorious teams included:
- Robo Soccer: Team Quickfolks from Lovely Professional University emerged as champions.
- Death Race: Team Jarvis from Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology clinched the title.
- Aqua Soccer: Team PG secured first place in this aquatic challenge.
- Aero Sprint: Team KPRIET triumphed in the aerial robotics competition.
Enthusiastic Participation and International Flavor
Students and technology aficionados from premium institutions across India brought these competitions to life with remarkable creativity, precision, and innovation. The audience was spellbound by high-speed manoeuvres, superior control systems, and the participants' ability to tackle complex challenges. Judges praised the technical expertise on display, noting the high standards of performance.
Adding an international dimension to the event, teams from Nepal also participated in the robotics competitions, fostering cross-border technological exchange.
Cultural Programmes and Grand Finale
Beyond the technical showcases, cultural programmes infused the celebrations with a magical touch, offering a blend of traditional and contemporary performances. The festival concluded on a high note with an energetic DJ event, where students danced with unrestrained enthusiasm, celebrating the spirit of innovation and camaraderie.
Inauguration by Distinguished Guests
Earlier, the festival was inaugurated by Group Captain Angad Pratap of the Indian Air Force, a selectee for India's pioneering human spaceflight mission under the Gaganyaan programme. The occasion was graced by IIT-P students welfare dean Jimson Mathew, faculty-in-charge (technical) Arpit Jain, and fest coordinators Antara Nanda and Abhitesh Shukla, underscoring the institute's commitment to fostering technological and cultural excellence.
