On the evening of 6 September 2025, Bhubaneswar played host to one of its most glamorous design events of the year: NAVYATA 2025. This prestigious event was organised by NIF Global Bhubaneswar and took place at the opulent venue of The Crown, an IHCL SeleQtions establishment. The event was a celebration of ambition, invention and youthful talent entering the professional realm of fashion and design, as well as a demonstration of creativity.

With dazzling fashion shows, inspirational convocation speeches and appearances by industry figures and Bollywood stars, NAVYATA 2025 had it all. It was a night when classrooms became runways, sketches became couture, and dreams became reality.

Convocation

During NAVYATA 2025, NIF Global Bhubaneswar proudly awarded graduation certificates to its 2024 and 2025 pass-out batches, celebrating their achievements alongside the grand showcase.

Honouring Excellence: Dignitaries and Guests

The occasion saw the presence of several distinguished guests, which made the occasion even more significant. Among the distinguished guests were:

● Prof. Prasan Kumar Swain, Vice Chancellor of Utkal University

● Mr. Deviprasad Mohanty, NSDC

● Mr. Sabyasachi Satpathy, Keembadanti

● Ms. Vishnupriya & Ms. Bismita Biswal, Reliance

Furthemore, Mr. Asutosh Panda, Center Director of NIF Global Bhubaneswar presented a special gift to each guest in appreciation of his or her contribution and support in the creative community. Their motivating speech strengthened the need to develop talent and make Odisha a place of design and innovation.

Fashion Showcase & Convocation: The Heart of NAVYATA.

At the heart of NAVYATA 2025 were the convocation ceremony and fashion showcase, which together captured the essence of the institute. Additionally, the graduating students were recognised for their efforts and hard work, marking the beginning of their careers.

The fashion show was undoubtedly the highlight of the evening. The students brought their creative visions to life on the runway with bold ideas, innovative textiles and storytelling designs. The professional models introduced sophistication and glamour, making the event a sight to behold.

Glamour on the Ramp: Showstoppers Who Stepped in and Stolen the Show

The presence of popular celebrities energised the ramp, acting as the showstoppers of the night. Among them were:

Actress Shivani Sangita, Subhasis Nath Sharma, Dr. Saiprasanna Behera, Priyanka Panigrahi, Rajrajesh, Asima Pati, Abhishek Giri, Arpita Sahoo, Debjani Degiria, Subhasmita Rout.

Not only did they make the event glamorous, but they also inspired the students hence making the event memorable.

They were joined on the runway by a host of fashionable models, including Popi, Asutosh, Tamori, Ashish, Dona, Bhaswati Pati, Sanidhi, Priya, Aarohi, Aishwarya, Mukherjee, Subhamita, Mohor, Archana, Sanjana, Rout, Priyanka, Shaw, Ayushi, Jena, Sugyan and Monalisha. All the models played a crucial role in bringing the designers’ ideas to life.

Felicitations and Gratitude

In line with its culture of appreciation, NIF Global Bhubaneswar awarded all guests, management team, and event partners with thoughtful gifts in order to show appreciation. This gesture signified the institute’s values of collaboration, respect, and community building.

NAVYATA 2025 was not just an event; it celebrated the talent, creativity and achievements that represent the institute’s vision of developing future leaders in fashion and interior design.

Collaboration and Support

NAVYATA 2025 was successful thanks to the effective network of partners and supporters behind the event. The media and talent partners, as well as the makeup and photography teams, were all crucial to the realisation of the evening. Thanks to their efforts, every detail, from the runway lighting to the social media coverage, was imbued with creativity and innovation. Thanks to this support, NAVYATA 2025 was more than just an annual event; it was a seamless fusion of design, entertainment, and community engagement.

A Night to Remember

The grandeur of NAVYATA 2025 lies not only in its glamorous runway, but also in its deeper message that design involves storytelling, problem solving and shaping the future. The occasion was a reminder of NIF Global Bhubaneswar and its desire to empower young designers and the need to bridge the gap between school and work.

As the lights dimmed and the applause resounded, one thing was clear: NAVYATA 2025 was not just a celebration of design; it was proof that Odisha’s creativity knows no bounds.

Each successful event makes NAVYATA more inspiring, and 2025 will be remembered as a milestone year for NIF Global Bhubaneswar.