This year over 350 extraordinary entries from 180 cities across India touched our hearts and stirred our minds. Remarkably, 172 of these came from small and mid-sized cities, each one with a whiff of their culture, community spirit and creativity.

Reading and evaluating all of them has been journey of a delightful exploration. They underwent three rigorous rounds of review, both internally and externally.  As a team, we were amazed by the diverse and imaginative ideas. Each of these entries allowed us a peek into the unique ways their city celebrates the joys of being together and having fun.

The theme for this year, “My City, My Fun: If you were to organize a fun fair in your city, what would it look like?“, inspired a kaleidoscope of visions. Vibrant stalls, enchanting pavilions, lively folk performances, whimsical rides, traditional cuisine corners, heritage showcases and the list of city on display is endless.

These entries are not just ideas; they are heartfelt expressions of what makes each city special.Join us as we celebrate these stories and the youth that brought them to life. While we could only accomodate a few winners, all of your entries deserve a special shoutout. In the coming weeks, the special mentions and few other entries that left an impact on us will be shared and published by us.

We deeply appreciate the time taken by our jury members to read the entries and provide us with invaluable feedback.