Manfest-Varchasva 2025 - IIM Lucknow' Annual Business, Cultural, and Sports Festival

Have you ever imagined a place that combines vibrant concerts, renowned speakers, intense case competitions, and exhilarating cultural events—all under one roof? If not, it’s time to discover Manfest-Varchasva, the annual Business, Cultural, and Sports Festival of IIM Lucknow, and one of the largest B-School fests in Asia.

From adrenaline-pumping mornings filled with nerve-wracking case competitions to evenings alive with music, dance, and captivating performances, this three-day fest promises to be an unforgettable experience.

When and Where?

• 7th to 9th February 2025
• IIM Lucknow Campus

Highlights from 2023-24

Last year, Manfest-Varchasva saw over 30,000 attendees across its three vibrant days. Here’s a glimpse of what went down:

1. Dynamic Competitions: The fest started with high-energy dance, music, and literature competitions alongside cutting-edge management contests hosted by leading brands like Pizza Hut and ICICI Lombard.
2. Prominent Speakers: Esteemed leaders like Mr. R. Gopalakrishnan and Mr. Piyush Goyal inspired participants with their insights.
3. MUN for the Academically Driven: A challenging Model United Nations (MUN) spanned the second and third days, where participants showcased their intellectual prowess and debate skills.

Unforgettable Entertainment

Day 1: Comedy king Gaurav Kapoor set the stage ablaze, followed by an electrifying DJ night.

Day 2: Kolkata’s powerhouse band, TRAP, delivered a stunning acoustic performance.

Day 3: The fest concluded with a soulful performance by the melodious Jubin Nautiyal.

What’s New for 2024-25?

This year’s Manfest-Varchasva is shaping up to be even bigger and better. With a host of new competitions and performances already announced, here’s what to look forward to:

1. Elite Competitions: Renowned brands like NPCI, StockGro, InsideIIM, and The Hazelnut Factory have launched exciting contests, promising fierce competition for supremacy.
2. Cultural Extravaganza: Dance, music, and fashion events are set to dazzle, with top performers from across India competing for glory.
3. Eminent Speakers: Be inspired by the presence of DY Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India, and Shivam Shahi, the founder of Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, who will shape the next generation of leaders.
4. Headlining Performances: While the headline artists are yet to be revealed, anticipation is already building, with tickets selling out fast.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It

Whether you’re an aspiring manager ready to crack case competitions, a culture enthusiast drawn to music and dance, or someone seeking inspiration from industry leaders, Manfest-Varchasva has something for everyone.

Feeling the FOMO? Here’s your chance to be part of this incredible experience:

• Get your passes now to attend this iconic fest.
• Participate in competitions and solve problems the MBA way!

Here is a list of management and case competitions you can look forward to participating in right now with many more still yet to come.

For any further queries, you can connect with the team at Manfest-Varchasva at any of the below-mentioned contacts:

Aastik Madan (+91 7827740593)

Sudhanshu Patil (+91 7767955701)