~ Shri Gaur Gopal Das, a renowned monk, spiritual teacher, and global motivational speaker will address students on January 16, 2026

~ Ritviz, Raftaar and Ravator, and Javed Ali are set to enthral the audience live on January 16, 17, and 18, respectively

~ The 31st edition of CHAOS will also host an several stimulating events including IIMA Faculty Masterclasses and Expert Workshops

January 12, 2026: The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is set to host the 31st edition of its most sought-after annual cultural festival, CHAOS 2026, from January 16 to 18, 2026, at the iconic IIMA campus. Since its inception in 1996, Chaos has evolved into one of India’s most prestigious B-school cultural festivals, drawing participation from top institutions across the country.

This year’s edition promises an engaging mix of inspiring speaker sessions, star-studded pro shows, IIMA faculty masterclasses, immersive workshops, national-level cultural competitions, and informal experiences, offering a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and intellect.

Highlights of CHAOS 2026:

Eminent Speaker Line-up
The speaker sessions at CHAOS 2026 will feature distinguished personalities from diverse domains, sharing their journeys, insights, and experiences with students and participants.

• Shri Gaur Gopal Das, a renowned monk, spiritual teacher, global motivational speaker, and bestselling author widely followed for his work on leadership, relationships, and purpose, will address students on January 16, 2026.
• Mr. J. Sai Deepak, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India, public intellectual, and acclaimed author, known for his work on constitutional law, civilizational studies, and contemporary socio-political discourse, will engage with participants on January 17, 2026.
• Mr. Balu Nayar, a business leader and co-creator of the IPL, known for his leadership across global organisations and the sports ecosystem, will share his leadership journey on January 18, 2026.

These sessions aim to offer powerful perspectives on leadership, values, identity, and impact.

Electrifying Pro Shows & Live Performances

CHAOS 2026 will witness live performances by some of the most celebrated names in the Indian music industry:

• Ritviz: The genre-defining indie electronic artist known for chart-toppers like “Udd Gaye” and “Liggi,” will perform live on January 16, 2026.
• Raftaar & Ravator: Raftaar, one of India's biggest rap icons, will take the stage alongside Ravator on January 17, 2026, promising a high-energy night of hip-hop and power-packed performances.
• Javed Ali: The renowned playback singer behind timeless hits across Hindi and regional cinema will bring CHAOS 2026 to a soulful close on January 18, 2026.

IIMA Faculty Masterclasses & Expert Workshops

Continuing IIMA’s unique tradition of blending culture with learning, CHAOS 2026 will host a series of Faculty Masterclasses by IIMA professors and expert-led workshops, including:

• Day at IIMA, Case Method Experience by Prof. Sourav Borah & Prof. Lakshmi Goyal
• Exploring Cinema & Storytelling: Shatranj Ke Khiladi by Prof. Anurag Agarwal
• Café Craft: Coffee & Mocktail Mastery
• Whisk & Wonder: Baking Masterclass
• Dye It Yourself (DIY) – Tie-Dye Workshop
• Urban Canvas: Spray-Paint Masterclass
• Combat Basics: Taekwondo for Everyone

These sessions are designed to be immersive, interactive, and enriching.

Cultural Competitions & Informal Arena

CHAOS 2026 will provide a national platform for students to showcase their talents across dance, music, theatre, fashion, digital arts, and eSports, competing with the best teams from across the country. The Informal Arena will feature fun games, interactive zones, and engagement activities, adding to the festival spirit.

A Celebration of Culture, Creativity, and Community

With its blend of intellectual depth, artistic expression, and youthful energy, CHAOS 2026 promises to be an extraordinary celebration of culture and creativity, one that will be enjoyed by students, artists, and visitors alike.

Event Dates: January 16–18, 2026
Venue: Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
For more information and registrations, visit: https://chaos.iima.ac.in

About IIM Ahmedabad:
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is a premier global management Institute that is at the forefront of promoting excellence in the field of management education. In more than six decades of its existence, the Institute has been acknowledged for its exemplary contributions to scholarship, practice, and policy through its distinctive teaching, high-quality research, nurturing future leaders, supporting industry, government, social enterprise, and creating a progressive impact on society. IIMA was founded as an innovative initiative by the Government, industry, and international academia in 1961. Since then, it has been consolidating its global footprint and today it has a network with over 80 top international institutions and a presence in Dubai. Its eminent faculty members and around 46,000 alumni, who are at the helm of influential positions in all walks of life also contribute to its global recognition. Over the years, IIMA’s academically superior, market-driven, and socially impactful programmes, have earned a high reputation and acclaim globally. It became the first Indian institution to receive international accreditation from EQUIS. The Institute is also placed first in the Government of India’s National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), India Rankings 2025. The Institute has been ranked 35th globally in the Financial Times (FT) Executive Education (Open) Rankings 2025. The renowned flagship two-year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is ranked 39th in the FT Masters in Management Ranking 2024 and the Full-Time One- Year Post Graduate Programme in Management (MBA-PGPX) has been ranked 31st in the FT Global MBA rankings 2025.

IIMA offers consultancy services and more than 200 curated executive education programmes in customised, blended, and open enrolment formats for a diverse audience comprising business leaders, policymakers, industry professionals, academicians, government officials, armed forces personnel, agri-business, and other niche sector specialists and entrepreneurs.

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