The Mehndi Competition Celebration was conducted on 7th July 2025 at the Vidhyadeep Institute of Commerce, E-Building Room No. 302, as part of promoting student engagement and cultural awareness. Coordinated by Prof. Rinal Patel, the event offered Commerce students an opportunity to showcase their artistic flair while celebrating India’s rich cultural traditions. A total of 30 students participated with great enthusiasm, making the event a delightful blend of tradition, artistry, and creativity.
The competition aimed to nurture students’ creative abilities and enhance their appreciation for Mehndi design as an important element of Indian heritage. Participants arrived with Mehndi cones and innovative design ideas. Over the course of one hour, they created beautiful patterns on the hands of their models. Designs included traditional floral motifs, peacocks, mandala patterns, bridal elements, as well as contemporary geometric themes. Every participant displayed unique creativity, reflecting both cultural sensitivity and modern aesthetics.
The event was judged by two distinguished experts, Mrs. Nilofar Shaikh and Mrs. Bhagyashree Patel, who brought valuable artistic experience to the evaluation process. They assessed each design based on multiple parameters such as neatness, clarity, creativity, intricate detailing, originality, and thematic relevance. Their expert judgment brought fairness and credibility to the competition.
Following the evaluation, the winners were declared as:
 First Prize – Ruchi Amarjit Patel
Second Prize – Soniya Sanjeev Kumar Kalsan
Third Prize – Moni Virendra Yadav
Consolation prizes were also awarded to participants who displayed commendable effort and artistic talent. All winners received certificates and appreciation tokens from the institute.
The competition concluded on a positive and celebratory note. Students expressed joy at being part of an event that allowed them to explore their creativity beyond academics. The event also strengthened peer bonding and cultural belonging among the participants.
The success of the event was made possible by the efforts of Prof. Rinal Patel and the organizing team. Volunteers ensured the smooth execution of the competition, supported participants, and helped maintain discipline and time coordination. The leadership of Dr. Sachin Godhani, Dean/Principal, further contributed to the overall success of the cultural initiative.
Overall, the Mehndi Competition was a memorable and meaningful celebration of talent, creativity, and cultural expression, reflecting Vidhyadeep University’s commitment to holistic student development.
