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Dastaan Dastaan is the Art and Architecture society of Jesus and Mary College! https://youtube.com/channel/UC3CXnO9_wMi86Wl1XeRQjaw Come join us. Be a part of this nexus!

Dastaan is a platform for all those, curious about Delhi’s glorious heritage, which is a synthesis of diverse cultures, blended perfectly to come to exist as the ‘Dilli’ we know and love. Dilli is not just the home of the Dilwale, it’s also where the old and new coexist in perfect harmony. Lutyens city and Chandni Chowk are all assimilated into the patchwork quilt that constitutes Delhi’s identity. The past cannot be separated from the present, they are inextricably linked. We need to gradually fade away the line of distinction between the past and the present, which are ingrained in our minds. To love and appreciate art and culture, one need not necessarily be of a social science background. This society hopes to draw people not only from different courses in the college, but from different colleges as well, so as to create a forum open for a large group of people all interested in sharing their thoughts,ideas and experiences with others who are interested.

23/09/2026

And so, Dastaan began—with a walk, a little history, and a lot of stories.
Our first Dastaan Walk to Northern Ridge🏛🍁

A walk through the Ridge, a little history in every step. 🍂Our first walk of the session where stories, laughter, and ne...
20/09/2026

A walk through the Ridge, a little history in every step. 🍂
Our first walk of the session where stories, laughter, and new memories began. ✨

17/09/2026

DASTAAN IS BACK — AND WE’RE TAKING THE FIRST STEP! ✨

Gear up for an exciting, energetic morning as Dastaan — The Art & Architecture Society brings you to its first walk of the 2026–27 session! 💌

📍 Northern Ridge
🗓️ Saturday, 19.09.26
⏰ 8:00 AM

See you there, Join us! 🥰

Introducing our Convener Dias Antony Mario✒️✨️
17/09/2026

Introducing our Convener Dias Antony Mario✒️✨️

Introducing our President for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷
17/09/2026

Introducing our President for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷

Introducing our Vice President for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷
17/09/2026

Introducing our Vice President for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷

Introducing our Treasurer for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷
17/09/2026

Introducing our Treasurer for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷

Introducing our Social Media Team for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷
17/09/2026

Introducing our Social Media Team for the session 2026-27 ✨️ 🪷

As part of Montage ’26 – Dastaan @ Utsav, we invite you to participate in:📸 THE ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITIONThis year,...
18/02/2026

As part of Montage ’26 – Dastaan @ Utsav, we invite you to participate in:

📸 THE ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

This year, we call upon photographers and visual storytellers to explore the layered realities of Delhi through two compelling themes:

🌆 THEMES

• Life in Lanes
Step into the narrow streets where the true rhythm of the city unfolds. Capture everyday moments — shopkeepers at work, fleeting conversations, textured walls, children playing, local vendors, silent pauses between chaos. Focus on the ordinary that often goes unnoticed, yet defines the spirit of the city.

• Old Meets New
Delhi is a city of contrasts. Centuries-old monuments stand beside metro lines and glass buildings. Through your lens, explore how history and modernity coexist - whether in harmony, tension, or quiet dialogue.

📜 COMPETITION GUIDELINES
• Participants must fill out the registration form with their details.
• The form will remain open till 21st February 2026, 11:59 PM.*
• This is a photo story competition - entries must clearly depict one of the given themes.
• Submissions must include 3 to 5 sequenced photographs.
• Each entry must be accompanied by a 200-word caption explaining the narrative and intent behind the series.
• Results will be declared on the official Dastaan page on 23rd February during the event, and winners will be featured on the page.

📅 Last Date to Submit: 21st February 2026

For queries, contact:
Event Heads:
Fatima – +91 8448748626
Manita – +91 6393133710
📷 Frame the unnoticed.
Tell a story.
Let the city speak through your lens.

UTSAV — presented by Dastaan ✨As part of Montage ’26, the Annual Cultural Fest of JMC, we invite you to celebrate art, e...
18/02/2026

UTSAV — presented by Dastaan ✨

As part of Montage ’26, the Annual Cultural Fest of JMC, we invite you to celebrate art, expression, and stories that connect us all.

📅 23rd February
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Competitions in line :-

🎞 Sukoon — Online Photography Competition
📝 Mehfil-i-Sheher — Bilingual Poetry Competition

Come capture moments, weave words, and become a part of a space where creativity meets community.

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