Guest Lecture: Sejal Agarwal

Renowned stylist Sejal Agarwal led a guest session for B.Sc. Fashion Design students at the SIFT Campus in Pune, providing hands-on insights into fashion styling and industry practices. Introduced by student Lavanya Modak and honored by Mrs. Snehal Navlakha, Agarwal shared expertise on body type analysis, color theory, fabric selection, and trend forecasting. The session included an interactive activity where students, divided into groups, applied styling techniques to design outfits for two models.This engaging session enhanced students' professional development, bridging classroom learning with real-world styling experience.

Guest Lecture: Mr. Sancheti

Mr. Sancheti shared inspiring stories to highlight resilience, adaptability, and effective communication. Emphasizing self-discipline, emotional intelligence, and time management, he motivated students to adopt proactive self-improvement strategies. An engaging Q&A allowed students to gain personalized insights, with practical advice like goal setting and mindfulness. The session was transformative, leaving students motivated to pursue self-improvement.

Occasion of National Handloom Day

Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology (SIFT) organized an interactive session on Indian Handloom Textiles and traditional handcrafted products for Fashion Design students,along with SIFT faculty members. Held in celebration of National Handloom Day, the webinar was conducted by Mrs. Priya Mittal Govil, Mrs. Govil’s presentation highlighted the heritage and economic significance of India’s handloom industry, emphasizing the artistry of weavers from small towns and villages who carry forward skills through generations. Students explored the intricate processes behind renowned textiles like Baluchari, Kasavu, and Ikat, and learned about Kalamkari painting. The session inspired future designers to promote and preserve Indian handloom heritage, known for its unique hand-spinning, weaving, and printing styles.

Guest Lecture: Dr. Sabina Hakim

A wellness session led by Dr. Sabina Hakim took place at the SIFT Campus, Pune, focusing on a holistic approach to student well-being. The session highlighted key aspects of mental health, hygiene, diet, and exercise, providing students with practical insights for maintaining a balanced lifestyle. Dr. Hakim explored what it means to be fit, emphasizing the need for personalized health decisions, and discussed heart health and exercise safety, including a safe heart rate calculation formula. The importance of record-keeping for tracking health progress, the role of balanced diets, and the benefits of mindful fasting were also covered. Students learned the distinctions between physical inactivity and sedentary behavior, as well as the role of health management apps in promoting a healthier lifestyle.

Guest Lecture: Ms. Yughadara Yadav

Ms. Yughadara Yadav, the youngest entrepreneur and owner of a successful clothing brand, conducted an inspiring lecture on entrepreneurship at the Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology (SIFT) campus in Pune.the event aimed to motivate and guide aspiring entrepreneurs among the students. Ms. Yadav shared her journey of establishing her brand, discussing the challenges she faced and the strategies that contributed to her success. The lecture emphasized the importance of innovation, resilience, and adaptability in the competitive fashion industry. Students had the opportunity to engage with Ms. Yadav through a Q&A session, gaining valuable insights into the entrepreneurial mindset and practical tips for launching their ventures. The event was well-received, leaving students inspired to explore their entrepreneurial aspirations.

Induction 2024

The induction week 2024 at SIFT Campus, Pune. The welcome for the first-year students from their seniors, who greeted them with roses and sweets. The official program began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, attended by Principal Dr. Sayli Pande, Vice Principal Renuka Ghospurkar, HOD Pooja Vishwakarma, and first-year student Apurva Mane. Dr. Pande emphasized the significance of education and encouraged students to connect with their new environment. Mr. Mandar Diwane then guided the newcomers on a campus tour, outlining the rules and regulations. A faculty introduction session allowed students to meet their teachers, fostering initial connections. The day concluded with an engaging fun session, where seniors organized games to build camaraderie and help new students feel at home.

Library Orientation

The Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology (SIFT) conducted the library orientation event for all the students aimed to familiarize students with library resources, services, and regulations to promote effective utilization for academic and research purposes. The session included a comprehensive presentation covering library rules, timings, resources, and services, along with a guided tour of the library facilities. Students were issued library cards, emphasizing their importance for accessing various materials. The interactive format encouraged participation, leading to a successful orientation that heightened students' awareness of library offerings and opportunities for learning and networking.

Shape the Junk Competition

Shape the Junk was a competition by the rotary club where students were told to prepare a dress using the waste fabrics without using machines. Our students from 1st and 2nd year participated in these and made beautiful dresses from scrap fabrics. This competition helped them in innovation answering the questions in front of the audience, modelling etc.

WOMENS DAY CELEBRATION

We Celebrated Women’s day on 8th March 2023 were are main motto was to motivate our girls for the future, help them in building their future, thinking about what can be done, for these we invited our Alumni students Akkisha Vibhute were she shared her experience on jobs and Internships , how to face Problems she shared her whole journey.

Recycled Art Competition

On account of Global Recycling Day we held a competition on 4th March 2023 which was named as Recycled Art Competition where the students were guided to make new products from the old left over material. Students brought various old material which is to be thrown and gave the new name to it. They name beautiful showpieces, dolls, lamps etc.

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Paint a Tent Competition

Paint a Tent Competition was held in the month of November where students were given a home assignment on topic Paint Tent Competition, in which they were given the Topics in which the tent was the main inspiration, they were allowed to make models or sheets. We announced the result on 14th November 2022.

2022 NAVRATRI CELEBRATION

From 27th September to 4th September we all celebrated Navratri Eve with Competitions and Events. Where all the students participated and enjoyed all the 9 days of Navratri.

Rangoli Competition was held for the students on Account of Navratri in which we gave themes to the students like Save Girl Child and Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. Students made beautiful rangolis using these 2 themes. 2 ranks were taken out from these competitions , the winners were- Aboli Bhide and Saloni Padave. Students enjoyed the competition.

Drawing competition was the part of navratri celebration in these students were given 2 themes Unity in Diversity and Lockdown 2020. The motto behind this was that students could state out the facts that people faced in lockdown. Students made the best drawings and showed their creativity. And out of these 2 ranks were given namely- Sanskruti Maheshkar, Sona Ketan, Sharayu Gaikwad, Shreya Ingulkar.

Makeover competition was the part of navratri celebration were the students shown their talent and makeup skills . As we all know that girls love doing makeup so students enjoyed this competition and we all got to know the hidden skills of the students.

Fashion Show was held by the event management students in which all the year of SIFT participated and as well as Event management and Interior Students also participated. The theme of the fashion show was resembling all the states of India.

ALUMNI SESSIONS

Alumni Lecture was arranged specially for the new batch of AY 2022 , and the Alumni Lecture was given by our passout students Nikita Jadhav, Swheta Pokharkar, kanica Kumar. Nikita Jadhav shared her knowledge about Makeup; she taught students two types of basic makeup and how to follow the daily routine to keep skin healthy. Swheta Pokharkar shares her experience of being a costume Designer, pros and cons of being a costume designer. Kanica Kumar shared views about styling. So all the lectures were arranged for the betterment of students.

INDUCTION PROGRAM

Induction program was held on 23rd of August 2022.The programme was organized for the new batch of AY 2022.It was held under the guidance of Dr. S B Chordiya sir and our chief guest for the program Prof. Shailesh Kulkarni Sir. They motivated our students for their new journeys. Also there was a dance performance and fashion show arranged by 2nd year students. The new batch provided information about Suryadatta, Faculties and their Syllabus.

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NAVRATRI COLORS OF INDIA

Depicting Colours of India through various Indian state attire in Navaratri is a unique program organized by Suryadatta Education Foundation’s Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology (SIFT).

SIFT plans to celebrate on the occasion of Navaratri and 75th Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav in an innovative way. Students of SIFT will wear traditional attire of all states of India and will stand in the shape of Indian Map. They will stand according to the geographical places of the states and will worship Mother India (Bharatmata) by performing traditional dance of the respective state.

Original Innovative Idea conceived by Professor Dr Sanjay B Chordiya, Founder President and Chairman, & Mrs Sushama S Chordiya Vice President & Secretary Suryadatta Education Foundation and students and faculty of SIFT planned this entire event in a very short span of just 2 hours.

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INDUCTION PROGRAM 2022

Induction program was held on 18th October 2022.The programme was organized for the new batch of AY 2022-2023.It was held under the guidance of Dr. S B Chordiya sir and our chief guest for the program Prof. Narendra Kulkarni Sir. They motivated our students for their new journeys. Also there was a dance performance and speech by the senior students for the juniors.

SFILATA Competition

Category : Extra Curricular

A National Level Design and Technical Symposium was held on 15th March 2019 at Jawaharlal Darda Institute of Engineering and Technology, Yavatmal. Participants were textiles and fashion design students present from cities like Mumbai, Pune, Coimbatore, Vidharbha, Jalgaon, Nasik, Nagpur, etc. Four students Yashi Timbadia, Sneha Patil, Tarjani Patel and Mansi Padwal from Sift, pune also participated in various creative competitions. Yashi and Sneha won 1st prize in the Garment designing competition and Tarjani and Mansi won the consolation prize. Yashi also secured the 1st prize in paper presentation competition which was based on Smart Textiles. They also received the participation certificates for Fashion illustration competition. Yashi and Sneha's theme was inspired from the great Leonardo Da Vinci and was named 'Mystery comes Alive' and Tarjani and Mansi's theme was inspired from Rogan Art and was named 'Unveiling Artistry' for Garment Designing competition.

Study Activity

TERRACOTTA POTLAMP- FEVICRYL WORKSHOP

TRAY EMBOSSING WORKSHOP

T-SHIRT PAINTING WORKSHOP

Eco-Friendly Ganpati making workshop (2022-23)

Eco making Ganpati Workshop organized by SIFT department.

The workshop was arranged with the aim of making Ganpati in an eco-friendly way.

Dragon Fire Denim Workshop 2022-23

Dragon fire denim Workshop organized by SIFT department.

The workshop was arranged with the aim of giving a new look to our old denims.

SPARK ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2022

SPARK ANNUAL EXHIBITION 2022 organized by SIFT department.

Students have worked on the color of India theme. They have made handmade products which represent the Indian Traditional Culture.

DRAPING STUDENT WORK

Draping is the process of transforming a clothing design into a three-dimensional form.

Spark 2020.

Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology aimns at imparting knowledge and pratical exposure in the key areas of fashion in their curriculum of 3 years. Students of Sift arrange an exhibit of innovative creative products developed under a theme. This year 1000 variety of product made from the Swadeshi fabric, “ Khadi “ were displayed with a motive of keeping the spirit high during the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi -Father of Nation.

Navratri Celebration 2020

 In these Difficult times of Pandemic, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology has been striving to keep up the agagement of the students through various activities.

On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology had organised an online Rangoli making activity for students. Students participated with great fervor and sent their designs through online mode.

• MEHENDI COMPITITION:

Rangoli is derived from the Sanskrut word ‘rangavalli’. Rangoli is an art which precedes sculpture and painting. It is both an auspicious and a preliminary necessity in any religious ritual. It is a custom to draw rangoli at the site of any auspicious religious ritual such as a holy festival, a religious festival, an auspicious function like wedding, ritualistic worship, a vowed religious observance, etc.

The two aims of drawing rangoli are revelation of beauty and the acquisition of auspiciousness. The forms drawn in the rangoli are symbolic. A curved line produces a better effect of beauty than a straight one.

Navratri Celebration 2020

In these Difficult times of Pandemic, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology has been striving to keep up the agagement of the students through various activities.

On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology had organised an online Rangoli making activity for students. Students participated with great fervor and sent their designs through online mode.

The core significance of applying Mehndi is to utilize its natural medicinal herbal remedies, cooling the body and relieving the Bride of any stress before her big day. Henna is applied to both the hands and the feet as a means of cooling the nerve-endings of the body, preventing the nerves from tensing up. The students of B.SC FD  and Diploma in FT have participated in the Mehendi deign activity held today at their own homes. They displayed their designs virtually and showcased talent and creativity through the Mehendi designs.

Navratri Celebration 2020

 In these Difficult times of Pandemic, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology has been striving to keep up the agagement of the students through various activities.

SIFT organised an activity where participants were asked to present a dish which can be prepared using raw vegetables or readily available ingredients. The theme was called 'Fireless Cooking'. Participants came up with interesting flavour and texture combinations without actually cooking anything.

Navratri Celebration 2020

In these Difficult times of Pandemic, Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology has been striving to keep up the agagement of the students through various activities.

SIFT organised an activity of Hairstyling and  to explore their creativity,  participants were encouraged to  display a unique yet classic hair braids which would compliment a daily wear Attire. Hairstyle being a part of the complete ensemble, we got to see interesting and innovative styles from the participants.

A unique Silent Hillathon under ‘Fit India Movement’.

Category : Extra Curricular

Suryadatta Education Foundation's, Suryadatta Group of Institutes, organised *“Suryadatta-Slient Hillathon-2019” on 16th November 2019 at Parvati, Pune. Our enthusiastic Chairman Sir, Dr. Prof. Sanjay B. Chordiya Sir, who initiated this fitness program under Prime Minister Narendra ModiJi #FITINDIA movement, aimed at creating awareness for fitness, health & the need for change in lifestyle which includes reducing the use of mobile phones and maintaining silence to attain the peace of mind. Students of Suryadatta Institute of Fashion Technology SIFT , Suryadatta Institute of Vocational and Advance Studies & Pune Institute of Applied Technology participated in the #suryadattasilenthillathon #fitindia. The Hillathon consisted of Climbing the Parvati Hill, reaching the Top and descending back to the final Point. Around 100 Students and 20 staff members participated and completed the Hillathon. Cash prizes were announced for the winners.

Lesson Learnt:

Feeling better mentally – regular exercise can lift your mood and help you feel better

Fewer health problems – living a healthier lifestyle means a lower risk of developing many illnesses

Taking control of your life – getting healthy helps you feel in control of your life.