CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Nilesh J Vasa, Dean (Students), IIT Madras, said, “Saarang, the annual cultural festival of IIT Madras, is the largest student-run cultural event in India. Like every year, Saarang 2023 has taken up a social campaign and this time the focus is on health and hygiene.”

Detailed explanation-2: -Saarang (means ‘Chital’ or Spotted Deer in Sanskrit, a common sight on IIT Madras campus) is the annual social and cultural festival of IIT Madras. It is a 5-day long festival usually in the second week of the year. Founded in 1974, Saarang is the second oldest college festival in India.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 28th edition of Saarang, India’s largest student-run festival begins at IIT Madras on 11th January 2023. Saarang 2023 will feature more than 100 events with participation from 500 colleges across the country. The Saarang 2023 is one of the largest student-run festivals held completely in physical mode.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Saarang 2023 is one of the largest student-run festivals held completely in physical mode. It is expected to see over 80, 000 people at the festival. The fest will be held till 15th January 2023.