Bengaluru November 06, 2024: Ignite Meraki – The Time Warp was successfully organized by Ignite India Education in collaboration with W.T.F – Witnessing True Fashion at Hotel Royal Orchid, Bengaluru. This annual event by Ignite India Education, recognised as the best coaching institute for NIFT, NID, UCEED, and more, provides a dynamic platform for students from Class 8 to 12 to showcase their creativity and talents in various competitive fields, including Fashion Show, Fashion Styling, Architecture, Law, Management, Art & Craft, and many other categories.
Academia Meets Industry: A Collaborative Success
The partnership between Ignite India Education and W.T.F – Witnessing True Fashion exemplifies how academia and industry can collaborate to create meaningful opportunities for young talents. Kumud Suman, Co-Founder of W.T.F, expressed her appreciation, stating, “The fresh perspectives brought by these talented students have added tremendous value to our design process, helping us remain competitive in the fast-paced fashion industry.”
Krishna Nand Singh, COO of Ignite India Education, shared his pride in the students’ achievements: “We are honoured to provide students with opportunities like Ignite Meraki. These hands-on experiences allow them to apply their learning and prepare for the demands of the fashion industry.”
Prizes and Partnerships at Ignite Meraki 2024
This year, Ignite Meraki awarded over ₹7 lakhs in cash prizes, vouchers, goodies, and workshops. The event provided students with valuable knowledge and real-world exposure by partnering with top educational institutions such as MITID Pune, Istituto Marangoni Mumbai, Whistling Woods International Pune, Parul University, and Sanjay Ghodawat University.
Top schools from across India participated, including Ekya School, Harvest International, Army Public School, TCIS, Oakridge International School, Carmel Convent School, and Vydehi School of Excellence. This year’s Meraki welcomed over 1,000 students nationwide, with selected participants presenting their work to an esteemed jury of industry experts, including Abhinav Srivastava, Akash Kumar Gupta, Swarnam Saha, Ananth Acharya, Asiya Sabrin, and Sujit Yadav. The judges not only evaluated the performances but also offered constructive feedback to enhance the student’s skills.
Career Fest: A Gateway to Future Careers
The Career Fest at Ignite Meraki allowed students and parents to engage with industry leaders, gaining insights into diverse career paths in fields like fashion, design, architecture, and management. This session provided a valuable platform for students to make informed career choices, preparing them for future challenges in their respective industries.
Highlights of Ignite Meraki 2024 Winners
- 1st Prize in Fashion Show: Army Public School – Awarded ₹25,000 in cash, ₹25,000 Ignite India voucher, and ₹10,000 Rainush voucher.
- 2nd Prize: TCIS
- 3rd Prize: Ekya School
Other winning schools included VIBGYOR, Oakridge International School, Carmel Convent School, Vydehi School of Excellence, and New Horizon Gurukul.
