VishwaConclave
VishwaConclave
VishwaConclave is one of India’s first truly multidisciplinary, student-led conclaves, organized by the students of VIT Pune. It sparks meaningful dialogue, fuels innovation, and brings together visionaries from diverse fields—creating a space where ideas meet, curiosity thrives, and Thought Begins Here.
VishwaConclave is one of India’s first truly multidisciplinary, student-led conclaves, organized by the students of VIT Pune. It sparks meaningful dialogue, fuels innovation, and brings together visionaries from diverse fields—creating a space where ideas meet, curiosity thrives, and Thought Begins Here.
Aesthetics Domain in VishwaConclave
Aesthetics Domain in VishwaConclave
Aesthetics Domain in VishwaConclave
As members of the Aesthetics Domain, we shape the visual identity of VishwaConclave—transforming spaces to reflect each year’s unique vision. Through creative installations, storytelling elements, and immersive design, we build an environment that elevates the overall experience and strengthens the message behind every session and interaction.
VishwaConclave hosts VishwaForum—a smaller, focused edition that sparks engaging dialogue—and a Flagship Conclave, where leaders from diverse fields converge to exchange ideas, inspire action, and drive meaningful conversations.
As members of the Aesthetics Domain, we shape the visual identity of VishwaConclave—transforming spaces to reflect each year’s unique vision. Through creative installations, storytelling elements, and immersive design, we build an environment that elevates the overall experience and strengthens the message behind every session and interaction.
VishwaConclave hosts VishwaForum—a smaller, focused edition that sparks engaging dialogue—and a Flagship Conclave, where leaders from diverse fields converge to exchange ideas, inspire action, and drive meaningful conversations.
Now let me take you through my journey with VishwaConclave, year by year—a reflection of the learning, creativity, and meaningful experiences that shaped my role in turning powerful ideas into immersive realities.
Now let me take you through my journey with VishwaConclave, year by year—a reflection of the learning, creativity, and meaningful experiences that shaped my role in turning powerful ideas into immersive realities.
A.Y. 2022-23
A.Y. 2022-23
The second semester had just begun and VishwaConclave opened volunteer applications for its flagship event. Having always been fascinated by the aesthetics domain, I eagerly applied—and to my delight, I was selected as an aesthetics volunteer.
The second semester had just begun and VishwaConclave opened volunteer applications for its flagship event. Having always been fascinated by the aesthetics domain, I eagerly applied—and to my delight, I was selected as an aesthetics volunteer.
Coalesce of Dispersion
Coalesce of Dispersion
This year, the theme was "Coalesce of Dispersion". The ideation was already set by the heads, and as an aesthetics volunteer, we worked as specified to align every visual element with the theme—celebrating unity through diversity and the beauty of coming together to create something impactful.
This year, the theme was "Coalesce of Dispersion". The ideation was already set by the heads, and as an aesthetics volunteer, we worked as specified to align every visual element with the theme—celebrating unity through diversity and the beauty of coming together to create something impactful.
The team gave it their all, and I had the chance to connect with like-minded people and share ideas. It was truly fun and fulfilling to be a part of it.
The team gave it their all, and I had the chance to connect with like-minded people and share ideas. It was truly fun and fulfilling to be a part of it.
I also got the chance to work on a prop—thanks to my backstage experience from VICulP. With help from our workshop sir, I created four door frames that has to be placed in the college lawn, each representing the core agenda of a speaker.
I also got the chance to work on a prop—thanks to my backstage experience from VICulP. With help from our workshop sir, I created four door frames that has to be placed in the college lawn, each representing the core agenda of a speaker.
The conclave was a unique and enriching experience. Speakers like Amb. Rajiv Dogra, Dr. C.P. Ramanarayanan, Air Marshal Anil Chopra, and Pramod Kumar shared powerful insights from their fields, all aligning beautifully with the event’s theme.
The conclave was a unique and enriching experience. Speakers like Amb. Rajiv Dogra, Dr. C.P. Ramanarayanan, Air Marshal Anil Chopra, and Pramod Kumar shared powerful insights from their fields, all aligning beautifully with the event’s theme.
A.Y. 2024-25
A.Y. 2024-25
In my second year, I was appointed as Aesthetics Head, working alongside three other heads and a director above us. We later recruited several enthusiastic volunteers, forming a team full of energy and creativity ready to achieve something incredible.
In my second year, I was appointed as Aesthetics Head, working alongside three other heads and a director above us. We later recruited several enthusiastic volunteers, forming a team full of energy and creativity ready to achieve something incredible.
VishwaForum
VishwaForum
VishwaForum is a smaller-scale version of the flagship VishwaConclave event, typically featuring a concise speaker panel of two guests and minimal entry fees. It marks the first event of the tenure, setting the tone for the year ahead with impactful yet focused sessions.
VishwaForum is a smaller-scale version of the flagship VishwaConclave event, typically featuring a concise speaker panel of two guests and minimal entry fees. It marks the first event of the tenure, setting the tone for the year ahead with impactful yet focused sessions.
For this event, we didn’t recruit any volunteers since the new batch had just joined college. Everything—from planning to execution—was curated entirely by the heads and directors.
For this event, we didn’t recruit any volunteers since the new batch had just joined college. Everything—from planning to execution—was curated entirely by the heads and directors.
For the stage, we went with a minimal yet professional design approach, ensuring it aligned with the tone of the event.
For the stage, we went with a minimal yet professional design approach, ensuring it aligned with the tone of the event.
Reference for the stage decoration
Reference for the stage decoration
As Aesthetics Heads, our responsibilities extended beyond just designing or making props. We also had to plan the complete inventory — listing out each item with exact quantities and estimated costs. All of this had to be detailed and submitted to the Finance domain for budget approval.
As Aesthetics Heads, our responsibilities extended beyond just designing or making props. We also had to plan the complete inventory — listing out each item with exact quantities and estimated costs. All of this had to be detailed and submitted to the Finance domain for budget approval.
For this setup, we only required cloth and wood — and thanks to the location knowledge I had from doing similar work in VICulP, procurement was quick and smooth. With everything in place, we began working a week before the event.
For this setup, we only required cloth and wood — and thanks to the location knowledge I had from doing similar work in VICulP, procurement was quick and smooth. With everything in place, we began working a week before the event.
The speaker panel featured Prof. Durgesh Tripathi, who shared insights on the Aditya-L1 mission, SUIT’s role in exploring the Sun’s UV atmosphere, and future celestial explorations. Singer Bela Shende spoke about building an artistic identity, the language of music, and the evolving Marathi music industry.
The speaker panel featured Prof. Durgesh Tripathi, who shared insights on the Aditya-L1 mission, SUIT’s role in exploring the Sun’s UV atmosphere, and future celestial explorations. Singer Bela Shende spoke about building an artistic identity, the language of music, and the evolving Marathi music industry.
The event gained great popularity across the college, and our Aesthetic execution matched the vision perfectly—everything went just as planned.
The event gained great popularity across the college, and our Aesthetic execution matched the vision perfectly—everything went just as planned.
The event ended with Bela Shende singing a short phrase from the famous song "Apsara Aali", which made for a memorable moment.
The event ended with Bela Shende singing a short phrase from the famous song "Apsara Aali", which made for a memorable moment.
Flagship Event
Flagship Event
Riding the success of Vishwaforum, the team was energized and eager for the flagship event. We expanded by recruiting enthusiastic volunteers who were excited to join and contribute.
Riding the success of Vishwaforum, the team was energized and eager for the flagship event. We expanded by recruiting enthusiastic volunteers who were excited to join and contribute.
Ripples of Retrospect
Ripples of Retrospect
Event planning began with finalizing the color palette, which established the event’s overall branding and theme.
Event planning began with finalizing the color palette, which established the event’s overall branding and theme.
The theme explores the mind’s reflective depths through Ripples of Retrospect—fleeting moments that capture joy, sorrow, and life’s complexities. These waves reveal that our journey isn’t linear but a rich mosaic of experiences, showing the beauty of change and the wisdom in embracing life’s constant flow.
The theme explores the mind’s reflective depths through Ripples of Retrospect—fleeting moments that capture joy, sorrow, and life’s complexities. These waves reveal that our journey isn’t linear but a rich mosaic of experiences, showing the beauty of change and the wisdom in embracing life’s constant flow.
Our Aesthetic team focused mainly on the theme of "ripples". After a month of discussions, we finally settled on the inspirations below.
Our Aesthetic team focused mainly on the theme of "ripples". After a month of discussions, we finally settled on the inspirations below.
Inspiration for the stage decoration
Inspiration for the stage decoration
The workload was quite heavy, so we began working ten days before the event. The excitement among team members to bring our ideas to life was clearly visible.
The workload was quite heavy, so we began working ten days before the event. The excitement among team members to bring our ideas to life was clearly visible.
I also worked on a prop that depicted a water splash creating ripples. To bring this effect to life, I used a cloth as the base and layered it with POP to harden and give it a steady, sculpt
I also worked on a prop that depicted a water splash creating ripples. To bring this effect to life, I used a cloth as the base and layered it with POP to harden and give it a steady, sculpt
All the art forms were ready on time. The night before the event was all about final arrangements—hectic, yet exciting. Watching our creations come to life brought a true sense of joy and satisfaction.
All the art forms were ready on time. The night before the event was all about final arrangements—hectic, yet exciting. Watching our creations come to life brought a true sense of joy and satisfaction.
The event featured speakers Medha Deshmukh Bhaskaran, Subodh Bhave, Lieutenant General Vinod Bhatia, and Mohan Savarkar, who shared insights and experiences from their respective fields—beautifully aligned with the theme Ripples of Retrospect.
The event featured speakers Medha Deshmukh Bhaskaran, Subodh Bhave, Lieutenant General Vinod Bhatia, and Mohan Savarkar, who shared insights and experiences from their respective fields—beautifully aligned with the theme Ripples of Retrospect.
You can see how pretty the stage is looking, it got attention from audience and speakers also.You can see how beautiful the stage turned out—it caught the attention of both the audience and the speakers, becoming a highlight of the event.
You can see how pretty the stage is looking, it got attention from audience and speakers also.You can see how beautiful the stage turned out—it caught the attention of both the audience and the speakers, becoming a highlight of the event.
Team Aesthetics 2023-24
Team Aesthetics 2023-24
The team made it truly special. Despite the tight deadlines, we had each other’s back—and in those shared moments, I witnessed creativity at its most genuine and inspiring.
The team made it truly special. Despite the tight deadlines, we had each other’s back—and in those shared moments, I witnessed creativity at its most genuine and inspiring.
The time spent here has been truly fulfilling. What made it special was the people—each team member bringing their own sense of responsibility and a shared commitment to making the event a success. I learned how professionalism shapes an event and how to manage people’s strengths in the best possible way.
The time spent here has been truly fulfilling. What made it special was the people—each team member bringing their own sense of responsibility and a shared commitment to making the event a success. I learned how professionalism shapes an event and how to manage people’s strengths in the best possible way.
Team VishwaConclave 2023-24
Team VishwaConclave 2023-24
I can’t imagine my time in the club without Aditya and Ayushi. Their support meant a lot, and despite being seniors, they always made sure we worked as one team with no communication gaps. They were truly my backbone—always encouraging, guiding, and bringing positivity. We also made great memories during our free time, filled with laughter, ideas, and endless conversations. I’m really thankful for their presence throughout this journey.
I can’t imagine my time in the club without Aditya and Ayushi. Their support meant a lot, and despite being seniors, they always made sure we worked as one team with no communication gaps. They were truly my backbone—always encouraging, guiding, and bringing positivity. We also made great memories during our free time, filled with laughter, ideas, and endless conversations. I’m really thankful for their presence throughout this journey.
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