The Business Students’ Association (BSA), Department of Commerce, under the aegis of the Institutions’ Innovation Council, successfully organized ComFest 2026 on 24 March 2026 at Babbar Akali Memorial Khalsa College. The event saw enthusiastic participation from students.

The event was conducted under the leadership of Principal Dr. Amandeep Heera. The Vice Principal Prof. Lakhwinderjeet Kaur also graced the occasion. This event was organised under the able guidance of the Head of the Department Prof. Kanwar Kulwant Singh, Business Students’ Association (BSA) Chairperson Dr. Gurpreet Singh, and Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) President Dr. Ajay Dutta. Faculty Members involved were Prof. Gurpreet Singh Kalsi, Prof. Gurjinder Kaur, Prof. Manmohan Singh, Prof. Deepti, Prof. Ranjeet Kaur, and Prof. Arshdeep Kaur.

ComFest 2026 aimed to enhance students’ entrepreneurial, communication, managerial, and teamwork skills by providing them with a practical platform to showcase their creativity and business acumen. The fest featured a variety of activities including food stalls, games, model displays, and poster presentations. Students actively managed food stalls, applying their marketing and selling skills, while games and fun activities created a vibrant atmosphere. Creative models and posters reflected innovative ideas in commerce and business.

Students played a key role in organizing the event, handling finance, stall management, coordination, and promotion, thereby gaining valuable hands-on experience in event management and business operations. The fest concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, where winners were awarded certificates and prizes. The Principal appreciated the efforts of the organizing team and participants. ComFest 2026 proved to be a great success, fostering confidence, leadership, and practical learning among students.

Glimpses

Under the able guidance of Principal Dr. Amandeep Heera, the Department of Commerce and Department of Computer Science, in collaboration with the IIC and IT Cell, organized an Educational and Adventure Trip to National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), Chandigarh – Ropar Campus, Chandigarh – Ropar Campus followed by an adventure visit to Barota Farm on 23rd February, 2026. The trip aimed to provide practical exposure, technical awareness, and recreational learning to students.

Visit to NIELIT, Chandigarh – Ropar Campus

The first phase of the trip included an academic visit to the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), Ropar Campus. Students attended an insightful workshop conducted by Dr. Sarwan Singh, who elaborated on emerging technologies, digital innovations, and skill development opportunities in the IT sector.

The session was highly interactive and informative, encouraging students to explore career prospects in electronics, information technology, and digital transformation.

Students were also taken on a guided visit to the AR/VR laboratories, where they observed practical demonstrations of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) applications. The visit enhanced their understanding of real-world technological advancements and their applications in commerce, education, and industry. Prof. Kanwar Kulwant Singh Incharge IT Cell, Dr. Ajay Dutta IIC President, Dr. Gurpreet Singh, CGPC Coordinator, also joined this workshop. 

Refreshments were served to the students after the workshop session.

Adventure Trip to Barota Farm

After the academic visit, students proceeded to Barota Farm for recreational and team-building activities. The adventure segment included:

• Rope related activities
• Zorb roller
• Trekking
• Tug of war 
• Other fun-filled outdoor challenges

These activities helped students develop teamwork, confidence, leadership qualities, and physical fitness.

Lunch was arranged at the venue, followed by a music session where students enjoyed and relaxed after the adventurous activities. The lively atmosphere strengthened bonding among students and faculty members.

The trip was a perfect blend of education and recreation. The workshop at NIELIT provided valuable technical exposure, while the adventure activities at Barota Farm promoted team spirit and refreshment. Overall, the visit was informative, engaging, and memorable for all participants.

The Departments of Commerce and Computer Science, along with IIC and IT Cell, deserve appreciation for organizing such a well-coordinated and enriching program for students.