Pune: ISB&M College of Commerce to Host ‘Minerva 2026’ Cultural Fest from March 27
Pune, 22nd March 2026: ISB&M College of Commerce in Pune is set to host its annual intercollegiate cultural festival “Minerva 2026” from March 27 to March 29, bringing together students from multiple colleges for three days of cultural, business and sports competitions.
According to organisers, the festival is being coordinated by the student committee of the college and is expected to attract wide participation from students across the city and neighbouring institutions. The event will be held on the college campus and will feature a range of activities aimed at encouraging creativity, talent and competitive spirit among students.
Minerva 2026 will include several cultural performances and competitions such as dance, singing, fashion show, stand-up comedy, nukkad natak, rap battles and battle of bands. In addition to the cultural segment, the festival will also host business competitions and sports events, providing participants with opportunities to showcase skills across different fields.
The three-day festival will conclude with a live performance by Sabali The Band on the final day, followed by a prize distribution ceremony. The ceremony will be attended by Anushka Ghosh, known for her appearance on MTV Splitsvilla Season 16.
Organisers said the festival is designed to promote student engagement beyond academics by offering a platform for young talent to perform, compete and interact in a large-scale intercollegiate environment. The event will feature multiple competitions judged by professional panels, along with planned stage performances and coordinated event management activities to ensure smooth execution.
The festival is being organised under the coordination of Dr Pramod Kumar, President of the International School of Business and Media, Nande, Pune. The event is being supported by the Principal of ISB&M College of Commerce, Dr Manish Singh, along with faculty members, the organising committee, sponsors and partners.
With participation expected from several colleges and a lineup of cultural performances and competitions, Minerva 2026 is anticipated to draw a large student audience and is considered one of the major campus events of the season in Pune.
