SAMVAAD: A 4 DAY CELEBRATION OF TRADITIONAL COMMUNICATION
SAMVAAD 2026: CELEBRATING THE POWER AND EVOLUTION OF COMMUNICATION Communication is more than just words—it is connection, culture, and change. Samvaad 2026, the annual fest organized by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Abasaheb Garware College, stands as a vibrant celebration of this very spirit. With a dynamic blend of tradition and modernity, this year’s fest explores how communication has evolved across time while continuing to shape society in powerful ways. Day 1 – Sangam: The Gathering of Minds The fest begins with Sangam, symbolizing the coming together of people and ideas.The inauguration of Samvaad was held in the presence of Dr. Atul Kulkarni, Secretary of Maharashtra Education Society. The first session featured noted author Shefali Vaidya, who delivered an engaging talk titled “How Bharat Stayed Together.” She highlighted how India remained culturally connected even without modern media—through yatras, pilgrimages, shared rituals, oral traditions...