EXPLORE, LEARN, FUN
Welcome to Otaku Fest India 2025-26
๐ธ About Us โ Otaku Fest India
Otaku Fest is Indiaโs first Anime ร Gaming ร Youth Culture Festival, created to bring together students, creators, institutes, and fans under one vibrant platform. Founded by Sahil Rawat (age 21), Otaku Fest is a youth-driven initiative designed to celebrate creativity, innovation, and global pop culture while empowering student communities across India.
๐ฏ Our Mission
To create Indiaโs biggest youth culture movement that celebrates:
Anime & Pop Culture ๐ฌ
Gaming & Esports ๐ฎ
Cosplay & Creativity ๐ญ
Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship ๐
We aim to provide students with a platform that not only entertains but also builds skills, careers, and industry connections.
๐ Our Vision
Otaku Fest will grow from Dehradun, Uttarakhand, into a state-to-national festival circuit with official participation from colleges and institutes:
Phase 1 โ State-Level Festivals
Each selected college/institute will send:
๐ฎ One Esports Team (4 Players) โ to represent their college in gaming competitions. this will compete in a team-based esports match.
๐จ One Animation/Game Creation Team โ college/institute will send one official Animation & Game Creation Team to Otaku Fest. Showcase the collegeโs best project in animation or game development.
๐ช One Startup Stall Team โ student entrepreneurs to participate in the Student Creator Market.
๐ Student Volunteers โ to support event operations, hospitality, and management.
All students from Gaming and Animation Departments are invited to explore the Fest
๐ Our Bigger Goal: Promoting Indian Games & Animation
At Otaku Fest, we strongly believe that India should not just consume global games and anime/animation films โ we must create them for the world.
๐ฎ We want to promote Indian-made video games and help young developers reach international platforms.
๐จ We aim to nurture Indian animation and storytelling so that one day India produces world-class anime-inspired movies, shows, and digital art.
Otaku Fest is committed to building an ecosystem where Indian talent leads the global creative industry.
๐ Growth Roadmap
Phase 2 โ North Zone Championship (Future Plan)
Winning colleges from different states will advance to the North Zone Championship.
Phase 3 โ All India Grand Finale (Future Plan)
Champions from each zone will compete in a national celebration of anime, gaming, and youth innovation.
๐ Why Otaku Fest is Unique
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Academic & Career Connection โ Collaboration with institutes and course providers in gaming, animation, and design.
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Skill Development & Careers โ Workshops, mentorship, and industry panels to help students build real careers.
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Culture & Global Exchange โ Opportunities for collaboration with Japanese and international creators.
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Industry Integration โ Connect with brands, studios, and creative leaders.
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Student Influencers & Creators โ Platform for influencers and student-led brands to shine.
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Future Career Hub โ Laying the foundation for Indiaโs own anime ร gaming industry expo.
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Youth-Led Movement โ Driven by students, powered by passion.
๐ Workshops & Learning
Otaku Fest will feature:
Skill-Building Workshops in animation, gaming, design, and entrepreneurship.
Masterclasses from industry experts, CEOs, and content creators.
Career Panels to guide students toward opportunities in the global creative economy.
๐ Our Future
Otaku Fest is not just an event โ itโs the beginning of a cultural revolution. Our goal is to create a platform where Indiaโs youth can:
โจ Express themselves
โจ Build careers
โจ Join a global creative community
โจ Make India the hub of gaming & animation for the world
๐ฅ Otaku Fest 2025 โ Dehradun is just the start. With colleges sending their best esports players, creators, stall innovators, influencers, and volunteers, Otaku Fest will grow into state festivals, the North Zone Championship, and finally the All India Grand Finale.
๐ Our Vision & Mission ( Student, Allies)
๐ Our Vision (students)
To build Indiaโs biggest community-driven platform where students, creators, and fans of anime, gaming, and pop culture come together to create, showcase, and celebrate their passions.
We envision Otaku Fest as not just a festival, but a movement that empowers students to turn their creativity into opportunities, projects, and lifelong memories.
๐Our Mission (students) ๐จEmpower Students by giving them a stage to showcase their anime, gaming, and creative projects. ๐ซ Collaborate with colleges to transform final-year projects into real-world animation and gaming productions ๐ฎ Build Opportunities through competitions, brand stalls, and project showcases that boost student careers. ๐ Create a community where fans, artists, and gamers connect, learn, and grow together. ๐ Celebrate Culture by making Otaku Fest a hub of fun, creativity, and innovation for the next generation.
๐ Our Vision (Otaku Allies)
To build a strong network of colleges, brands, and communities that collaborate with Otaku Fest in shaping Indiaโs largest platform for anime, gaming, and student creativity.
We envision a future where every ally grows with us, gaining recognition, opportunities, and impact through this cultural movement.
๐ Our Mission (Otaku Allies)
๐ค Collaborate Meaningfully with colleges and brands to create opportunities for students and fans.๐ Empower Education & Industry by connecting academic talent with real-world projects and platforms. ๐ Expand Reach by working together to make Otaku Fest a recognized name across campuses and creative industries. ๐ Celebrate Partnership by showcasing every allyโs contribution on stage, online, and in our final productions. ๐ Grow Together with a long-term vision of making Otaku Fest a landmark cultural event in India.
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