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Samvaad: Open Mic on Equality

When
Sunday, 8 November 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Where
KIIT Campus Auditorium
Cost
Free
I hear you.

About the event

Samvaad means 'dialogue'. It is a three-hour open mic with one rule: nobody interrupts. Students, faculty and alumni take the stage for five minutes each to share a story, a poem, a grievance or a hope.

We'll open with a short set from invited speakers to set the tone, then hand the mic to the room. Slots can be booked when you register, or you can just walk up on the night.

Run of show

  1. 5:30 PMDoors open, chai & name tags
  2. 6:00 PMWelcome and ground rules
  3. 6:15 PMInvited speakers (3 × 10 min)
  4. 7:00 PMOpen mic, round one
  5. 7:45 PMBreak and pledge wall
  6. 8:00 PMOpen mic, round two & closing circle

Who's speaking

MN
Dr. Meera NairProfessor, Humanities
AS
Arjun SethiAlumnus, Class of 2022
PD
Priya DasStudent Counsellor

Good to know

Do I have to perform?

Not at all. Listening is a full-time job and we need good listeners more than anything.

Is it free?

Yes. Registration just helps us plan seating and chai.

Can I bring a friend?

Please do. You can register up to two guests with your own ticket.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, with step-free entry and reserved seating. Tell us your needs when you register.

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