-APS Noorpuri
CHANDIGARH, November 1:*
The three-day PECFEST 2026: A Mystic Mikado at Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh (Deemed to be University), concluded on Sunday with a final day of robotics contests, case competitions, quizzes, comedy and creative events. The festival closed with a Star Night, where singer Darshan Raval took centre stage.
The robotics arena drew crowds with Robosoccer, in both its regular and 3 kg categories, and Robo Sumo, while IDRL added to the day’s technical line-up.
Students put their engineering and professional skills to the test across several competitions. Civil Engineer Time Machine, The Metallurgists’ Trail, Bridge Wars, Dice Maze Runner, The Heist and The Final Boss challenged participants from different disciplines. The Sustainability Case Competition and Pitch the Product gave them a platform to present their ideas.
On the performing arts front, Stand-up Comedy and Rang Punjab De entertained audiences at the Auditorium.
Quiz and literary events drew enthusiastic participation. Katha Sangram and Sketch Charades tested creativity and wit, while the Election Quiz, the MELA Quiz and Wikipedia Speed Hunting put participants’ general knowledge to the test. Movie Making allowed students to showcase their filmmaking skills.
The creative zones remained lively throughout the day. Visitors enjoyed Graffiti Wall, Palette Party, Face Painting, Costume Designing and Rock Painting, along with Express Expo, Hop Mania, Inbox and Kalpa Kriti. Games such as Serpent’s Climb, Spin It! and What’s in the Cup? kept the crowds engaged, while the Period Pain Simulator offered an awareness-driven experience.
The cultural programme featured Naach Meri Jaan and the Rap Battle, which brought energy and talent to the Fun Stage.
The festival ended with the Star Night on the Main Stage, where Darshan Raval performed before an enthusiastic audience, closing three days of innovation, creativity and celebration.
