Organized by National Education Policy: Student Ambassador for Academic Reforms in
Transforming Higher Education in India (NEP SAARTHI) and NEP Team at
Vishwakarma University, Pune
POSTER COMPETITION REPORT ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-26
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Activity Title |
Neural Canvas - Poster Competition 2025 |
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Survey Dates |
Tuesday, 16 th September 2025 |
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Mode |
On-campus, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
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Curriculum Linkage |
NEP 2020 initiative taken by UGC |
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Coordinator |
Abdul Hannan Dalal, Department of Artificial Intelligence (NEP SAARTHI), Vishwakarma University, Pune | Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Purab Ganguli – NEP SAARTHI Sanskriti Kopkar – NEP SAARTHI Anuj Jaiswal – NEP SAARTHI Sifat Patel – NEP SAARTHI Gargee Deshpande – NEP SAARTHI |
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Convenor |
Dr. Madhvi Saxena, NEP Coordinator, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
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Organizing Chairperson |
Prof. (Dr.) Kedar Sant, Registrar, Vishwakarma University, Pune |
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Submitted to: |
UGC (University Grants Commission) |
Introduction:
Neural Canvas 2025 was organized as a creative and engaging platform for students to express their ideas
through design while integrating Artificial Intelligence concepts. With a mix of inaugural activities, a quiz,
and a poster-making competition, the event promoted teamwork, innovation, and cross-disciplinary interaction
among students.
Objectives:
The primary objectives of the Neural Canvas Poster Competition:
- To promote creativity and innovation by blending AI concepts with design.
- To encourage teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- To provide students with a platform for showcasing their design and technical abilities
Event Overview and Key Highlights:
The event began with a warm welcome followed by the Inaugural Ceremony, which included the Lighting ofthe Lamp, introduction of dignitaries. A QR Code Quiz engaged students before the poster-making competition commenced. The competition saw active participation, with students designing posters using Figma and later presenting their ideas to a jury. The top 3 winners and 2 runner-ups were awarded, followed by acknowledgments and a valedictory ceremony.
Schedule of the event
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Opening |
Welcome of participants and guests |
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Inaugural Ceremony (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) |
Lamp Lighting, dignitary introductions, QR Code Quiz |
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Competition Briefing (1:00 PM) |
Theme, rules, and process explained |
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Poster Making Competition (1:30 PM) |
Students began designing posters on Figma |
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Competition Resumes & Submission |
Continuation of poster making and final submission |
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Judging Round (3:30 PM) |
Shortlisted participants presented posters with Q&A |
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Results & Awards (4:00 PM) |
Top 3 winners and 2 runners-up announced; prizes & certificates distributed |
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Valedictory Ceremony (4:30 PM) |
Closing remarks, vote of thanks, group photo |
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Acknowledgments |
Faculty Coordinators, Volunteers & NEP SAARTHIs |
Participation Overview:
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Total Participants |
100+ students across multiple departments |
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Faculty Present |
30+ faculties, mentors, Head of Department, Associate Dean, Dean, Vice Chancellor, Vice President |
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Students Attended |
Active participants along with audience from AI and other departments |
Judges
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Judges Name |
Designation/Department |
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Prof. Jayendra Jadhav |
Faculty, Department of Artificial Intelligence |
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Dr. Jupinder Kaur |
Faculty, Department of Engineering Sciences |
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Dr. Kavita Kumawat |
Faculty, Department of Computer Engineering |
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Prof. Mayuri Satpute |
Faculty, Department of Artificial Intelligence |
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Dr. Pratibha Mahajan |
Faculty, Department of Artificial Intelligence |
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Prof. Trupti Shinde |
Faculty, Department of Computer Engineering |
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Prof. Vishakha Salunkhe |
Faculty, Department of Artificial Intelligence |
Winners
1. Quiz Winners
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Participant(s) |
Position |
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Nidhi Haridas |
Winner: 1st place |
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Shreyash Mukadam |
Winner: 2nd place |
2. Poster Making Competition:
Samarth Kamtam & Chaitanya K
5th Place - Runner Up
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Participant(s) |
Position |
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Pranjali Birla & Divya Chordiya |
1st Place - Winner |
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Shivam Salunkhe & Rushikesh Ghatul |
2nd Place - Winner |
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Khushi Nanekar & Mahi Shah |
3rd Place - Winner |
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Inzamam ul Haq |
4th Place - Runner Up |
Outcomes:
The event successfully achieved its objectives of fostering creativity, innovation, and student engagement by integrating Artificial Intelligence concepts with design. With enthusiastic
participation, engaging activities,and excellent feedback ratings, the event not only provided a platform for showcasing talent but also reinforced the importance of collaboration and multidisciplinary learning.
Feedback and Impact Measurement
Feedback was collected from participants to assess event organization, session quality, and engagement. The majority rated the event as excellent, with an average score of 4.5+/5 across different parameters. Students highlighted the quiz and poster-making competition as the most engaging parts. Suggestions included organizing more frequent design-focused and AI-integrated activities. Overall, the responses reflected high satisfaction and eagerness to participate in future NEP 2020 events
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Event Organization |
Average Rating: 4.6/5 |
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Quality of Sessions |
Average Rating: 4.4/5 |
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Venue & Arrangements |
Average Rating: 4.3/5 |
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Relevance & Engagement |
Average Rating: 4.5/5 |
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Overall Experience |
Average Rating: 4.6/5 |
Conclusion
Neural Canvas – Poster Competition 2025 proved to be a grand success by achieving its objectives of creativity, innovation, and student engagement. The event provided students with both creative exposure and technical learning, marking an important milestone for the University.
Organizing Team
- Dr. Madhvi Saxena – Convenor
- Prof. (Dr.) Kedar Sant – Organizing Chairperson
- Abdul Hannan Dalal – NEP SAARTHI (Coordinator)
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Sifat Patel – NEP SAARTHI
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Purab Ganguli – NEP SAARTHI
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Gargee Deshpande – NEP SAARTHI
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Sanskriti Kopkar – NEP SAARTHI
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Anuj Jaiswal – NEP SAARTHI
