Ashoka Art Fest 2025 Showcases Student Creativity and Social Responsibility in Nashik
The Ashoka Group of Schools successfully hosted the 9th edition of the Ashoka Art Fest on March 14–15 at City Centre Mall in Nashik. This vibrant event was inaugurated by the renowned realistic painter Prafull Sawant, with notable guests including Leena Bansod and Dr. Mita Chaudhari in attendance.
Theme and Highlights of the Festival
Centered on the inspiring theme 'Joy of Art', the fest featured an impressive display of over 1,500 handcrafted artefacts created by nearly 1,400 students. The event uniquely blended artistic expression with entrepreneurship and social responsibility, highlighting the students' innovative approaches to combining creativity with practical skills.
Other Educational Events in Nashik
In addition to the art fest, several other educational institutions in Nashik organized significant events promoting learning and civic engagement:
- Matoshri College AI Conference: Matoshri College of Management and Research Centre in Eklahare, in association with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), hosted a two-day national conference on artificial intelligence and machine learning. Experts discussed diverse topics including AI in financial management, strategic intelligence from Chanakya's Arthashastra to AI, and the future of AI in management, emphasizing its growing impact across various sectors.
- Golden Horizon School Civic Initiative: Class 8 students of Golden Horizon School released an awareness video for 'Speak for Nashik – Season 5', supporting Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) initiatives. This project encourages citizens to actively participate in building a cleaner and greener city, fostering civic responsibility among young learners.
- New Era School Entrepreneurship Session: New Era English School conducted a 'kidpreneurs' session for classes 7 and 8 in collaboration with Young Indians (CII). Led by Chartered Accountant Nikita Gurnani, the session introduced students to entrepreneurship, focusing on essential skills such as problem-solving, innovation, risk-taking, and turning creative ideas into viable business solutions.
- Nalanda Academy Sports Day: The Nalanda Academy celebrated its Annual Sports Day 2025–26 with enthusiastic student participation. The event featured dynamic performances including aerobics, a traditional Lathi-Kathi display, and skating demonstrations, showcasing the students' athletic talents and school spirit.
These events collectively highlight the vibrant educational landscape in Nashik, where institutions are fostering creativity, technological awareness, civic engagement, and entrepreneurial skills among students, preparing them for future challenges and opportunities.
