Edboard’s flagship event, the Festival of Ideas 2025, was successfully conducted from 7th to 10th December 2025, bringing together curious minds, creative voices, and innovative thinkers under one platform. With over 100 registrations, the festival stood as a testament to the growing enthusiasm for photography, storytelling, and artistic expression. The four-day festival was carefully curated to offer a blend of intellect and creativity.
DAY-1
Day 1 set the tone with ‘The Keeper of Tales’, immersing participants in the art of storytelling.This was followed by ‘Enchanted Nights’, an engaging session that guided participants in bringing their visions to life. The day concluded with ‘Bazaar of Borrowed Time’, an art event that uniquely used bargaining as the painter’s brush, transforming negotiation into a creative medium.
DAY-2
Day 2 carried the momentum forward with ‘Tale of Broken Nights’, exploring resilience, no matter the twist in the art. The energy peaked during ‘Spotlight Sprint’, a fast-paced event encouraging spontaneity while sticking to the theme.
DAY-3
On Day 3, participants engaged in ‘Genie’s Gauntlet’, an event that brought together art, photography, and writing, demonstrating that language is not the only means of communication. This was followed by ‘A Whole New Frame’, which encouraged participants to view everyday scenery through a new perspective. The highlight of the day was a captivating One-hour show, by Aaghaz, which left a lasting impression on the audience.
DAY-4
The festival concluded on Day 4 with ‘Ink and Illusions’, celebrating written expression and imagination. The Closing Ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Arvind Pandey. The event came to a heartfelt close with an Open Mic session.
Overall, the Festival of Ideas 2025 successfully fostered creativity and community engagement. With strong participation and a thoughtfully designed program, the event displayed Edboard’s commitment to nurturing ideas and creating platforms for expression.
Writer: Suhani Thaly, The Editorial Board KMC
Photos by: Lumen
Uploaded by: Zainab Khan, The Editorial Board KMC