Revels ’26, the annual cultural festival Inauguration

Revels ’26, the annual cultural festival of MIT Manipal, is set to commence with a grand inaugural ceremony on 24 February 2026 at 6:30 PM at the MIT Quadrangle, Academic Block 1. The event is organized by the Office of the Associate Director (Student Welfare) and the Student Council of MIT Manipal. The ceremony will be graced by Chief Guest Sri Prithvi Krishna, an AIR A-Grade Mridangam Artist, who will also present a special performance. The event will be presided over by Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Director of MIT Manipal. The Guest of Honour for the evening is Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor of MAHE. The programme includes the lighting of the lamp, an inauguration video, cultural performances, addresses by dignitaries, and the official opening of Revels ’26. A vibrant cultural parade will begin at 5:15 PM at the Quadrangle, marking the festive spirit of the celebration.