On 16 December 2025, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow unfolded Day 2 of OJAS’25 – Rangtaal: The Indian Carnival of Colours with a lively mix of creativity, intellect, movement, and spirited competition, making the campus buzz from morning till night.

The day opened with a burst of imagination through Palette Parade – Where Colours Play, and Brushes Take a Holiday, where participants redefined art by using unconventional, non-brush techniques. Each artwork stood as a testament to originality and fearless experimentation. The creations were thoughtfully evaluated by Dr. Kajal Srivastava, Dr. Shivam Azad, and Ms. Komal Agarwal, an esteemed alumna from the Batch of 2025 and Insider Sales Representative at Corizo Edutech Pvt. Ltd.

Running parallel was No-Heat Treats, which added a refreshing culinary flavour to the morning. Participants impressed the judges with inventive no-cook dishes that balanced creativity with presentation. The event was judged by Ms. Simran Arora, a graduate of IHM Delhi and Le Cordon Bleu, Paris, founder of Maison 22, Lucknow, along with Mr. Arjit Mani Tripathi, Assistant General Manager, Corporate Relations Committee, JIM Lucknow. The session was further enriched by the presence of Dr. Rashmi Chaudhary, who joined the tasting, turning the event into an engaging and interactive experience.

As the day progressed, the second half of Day 2 brought the campus alive with high energy and diversity of talent. Rangmanch – The Beats of the Carnival transformed the stage into a vibrant performance arena, where solo and group dancers blended western styles with powerful Indian rhythms. The performances reflected coordination, expression, and inventive choreography.

Adding a cerebral edge to the festivities was Rang Rahasya – Decode. Discover. Dominate., a multi-stage puzzle-based competition that tested participants’ strategic thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Simultaneously, Deal of the Dare – Sell Smart, Win Big kept adrenaline levels high through a dynamic live bidding auction, challenging participants to make quick decisions under pressure.

The celebrations took a visually captivating turn with Carnival of Spirits, where participants embodied their spirit animals through expressive attire, creative styling, and themed ramp walks. Complementing this was Carnival Boardroom, which brought a corporate twist to creativity through imaginative story pitches blending strategy, humour, and spontaneity.

As evening descended, OJAS’25 reached its grand finale with Celebrity Night, featuring an electrifying live performance by Mr. Rahul Jain, followed by VJ Night by VJ Infinity. The warm presence of the Director, faculty members, and staff added a sense of togetherness and pride, bringing Rangtaal – The Indian Carnival of Colours to a memorable close.