Hostel Rang De 2026 Celebration was organised on 31st October 2026 at the Basketball Court near Student Square, SJEC. The event was conducted to celebrate the spirit of hostel life, appreciate the dedicated efforts of the wardens and hostel staff, bid a heartfelt farewell to the outgoing seniors, and warmly welcome the new residents.
The celebration aimed to highlight the values of friendship, unity, cooperation, togetherness and personal development that make hostel life a memorable experience. The programme included inauguration, speeches, cultural performances, award distribution, appreciation of hostel staff, farewell moments and a DJ night.
The programme commenced at 5:55 p.m with a prayer seeking blessings for the successful conduct of the event. At 6:00 p.m, the welcome address was delivered, extending a warm welcome to Dr. Rio D’souza, Principal, St Joseph Engineering College, Rev. Fr Kenneth R Crasta, Assistant Director, Mr. Cherian Xavier & Ms Deepthi Dinesh-Conveners, Mr Marwin Carvallo & Ms Rishtha Deeva-Student Coordinators, faculty members and all teaching and non-teaching staff of SJEC. At 6:05 p.m, students presented dance performances and showcased their talents, adding enthusiasm and energy to the celebration. At 6:15 p.m, Dr. Rio D’souza, Principal-SJEC addressed the gathering. He spoke about the development of hostel facilities and the various advantages of hostel life. He appreciated the efforts of the hostel students who actively participated in organising and managing the programme. He also highlighted the importance of holistic development, teamwork, friendship and cooperation among students. He extended his best wishes to the students and warmly welcomed the new hostel residents. At 6:25 p.m, the girls presented an energetic dance performance, followed by other cultural activities. At 6:35 p.m, awards were distributed to recognise academic and sports achievers. Special recognition was also given to students for their outstanding contributions to hostel leadership. At 6:45 p.m, groups of students showcased their singing talents through musical performances. At 7:15 p.m, appreciation awards were presented to the hostel staff and wardens in recognition of their dedicated service, constant support and contribution towards maintaining a positive hostel environment. At 7:20 p.m, a heartfelt song was dedicated to the outgoing seniors as a gesture of love, gratitude and farewell. This was followed by an energetic dance performance by a group of boys. At 7:30 p.m, final-year engineering students, Kanika and Ajay, shared their hostel experiences and spoke about the personal growth, independence, friendships and self-development they gained during their stay in the hostel. At 7:40 p.m, a specially prepared video compilation featuring memorable moments and experiences of hostel students was screened. It brought back cherished memories and created an emotional atmosphere among the gathering.
At 7:50 p.m, students continued the celebration with more dance performances, showcasing their enthusiasm and talents. At 8:20 p.m, the programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to everyone who contributed to the successful organisation of the event and highlighting the spirit of togetherness. At 8:25 p.m, dinner was served to all the hostel students, staff and guests. Finally, from 9:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m, the celebration continued with a lively DJ night, allowing students to enjoy the evening together. The event also marked a meaningful farewell to the outgoing seniors and a warm beginning for the new hostel residents. Overall, the celebration beautifully reflected the true essence of hostel life, where friendships are built, experiences are shared and lifelong memories are created.
The programme concluded successfully, leaving everyone with cherished memories and a renewed sense of belonging and togetherness.
