Shayari / poetry

Event name : Shayarana sham 

Event type : solo Shayari and poetry 

Performance type : live performance 

Venue: main stage 

1. Eligibility & Registration

• Eligibility : The competition is open to College / University students only.
• Participants must register before the 10 feb.
• Registration fee: ₹200 per participant (non-refundable)
• Registration is confirmed only after successful payment
• Valid College / University ID will be required for verification
• Slot Limit: 10 participants 
• In case of registrations exceeding the limit, participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. (in such case fees will be refunded)

2. Language & Style

• Shayari/Poetry may be performed in Hindi, English, Urdu, or Hinglish
• Any poetic style is allowed (classical, modern, spoken word, ghazal, etc.)
• Mixing of languages is permitted

3. Performance Format

• Solo performance only
• Time limit: 2–3 minutes
• Exceeding the time limit will result in point deduction.
• The performance order will be decided by organizers and informed prior to the event scheduled.

4. Content Guidelines

• Poetry must be original and self-written
• Plagiarism or recitation of others’ work is strictly prohibited
• Content must not include:
  • Hate speech
  • Extreme obscenity
  • Political or religious provocation
• Organizers reserve the right to stop a performance violating guidelines

5. Use of Props & Aids

• No background music or sound effects allowed
• Use of paper or mobile phone is allowed, but must carry the stage presence.

6. Judging Criteria (100points)

Participants will be judged on:

• Originality & creativity
• Language & expression
• Emotional impact 
• Clarity & confidence
• Stage presentation 

Judges’ decisions are final and binding

7. Conduct & Discipline

• Respect judges, organizers, and fellow participants
• No abusive language or gestures on stage
• No interruption during another participant’s performance
• Any misconduct may lead to disqualification without refund

8. Technical Rules

• Microphone will be provided
• No sound check beyond the given time
• No re-performance due to personal errors or memory lapses

9. Results & Prizes

• Results will be announced after judge evaluation
• Score sheets will not be disclosed
• Awards 
• • • Winner : Cash Prize, Certificate and trophy 
    • Runner-up: Gift hamper and Certificate 
    • Participation Certificate to all participants.

10. Organizer Rights

• Organizers reserve the right to:
  • Modify rules if necessary
  • Change performance order
  • Disqualify participants for rule violations
  • Use performance recordings/photos for promotional purposes
• Participation implies full acceptance of all rule