Presidency University is set to host the RJ Hunt Prelims during its main event PALIMPSEST 2026 - Liberal Arts & Sciences Conclave which enables students to experience radio broadcasting.
The Speakers and Anchors Club together with Radio City 91.1 FM will create an event that starts on April 15 2026 at 2 30 PM and ends at 4 15 PM which will take place on campus.
A Platform For Emerging On-Air Talent
The RJ Hunt Prelims competition allows students to demonstrate their natural abilities through their speaking skills and their creative thinking and on-air presentation skills.
- They participants will have the do the following:
- They need to speak without using scripts or prepared roles.
- They must deliver authentic content which will engage their audience.
- They must use a professional tone which matches the requirements of live radio broadcasting.
- They have to convey their messages through short time periods.
The format requires participants to showcase their talent and skills through real-world radio simulation which requires them to show clear communication skills and their ability to handle situations under time pressure.
Opportunity to Go Live on Radio
The Opportunity provides participants with the chance to broadcast live radio content. The event will allow top performers to host a live campus segment on Radio City 91.1 FM which represents one of its major highlights.
The hands-on experience allows students to learn in real-time. Here's how:
- The program provides students with actual work experience.
- Students acquire experience through direct contact with actual radio broadcasting networks.
- The students can enhance their media presence through confidence-building activities.
Event Structure and Participation
The competition welcomes all students who participate in PALIMPSEST 2026 to compete for victory against opponents who possess excellent communication abilities and impressive stage presence.
The core theme of the event revolves around:
- Authentic expression
- Creative storytelling
- Audience engagement
The event requires participants to bring their own authentic style which they will showcase to the audience through their unique viewpoint.
Academic and Creative Significance
The RJ Hunt Prelims which operates during PALIMPSEST 2026 demonstrates the increasing need for students to gain practical skills through their liberal arts programs. The event creates a connection between academic training and industry experience which benefits students studying media and communication and broadcasting disciplines.
The initiative receives additional support through its partnership with Radio City 91.1 FM because the partnership enables students to work with established media organizations.
Organising Team
The event is being coordinated by faculty members and student leaders, including:
- Faculty Coordinators: Ms. Anannya Mitra and Dr. Jyoti Parameswaran
- Student Coordinators: Aashna K Nishad and Jamana Bharath
The team works to create a professional experience which will engage all attendees throughout the entire event.
To sum up, the RJ Hunt Prelims at PALIMPSEST 2026 will begin when the microphone system goes live because the event will provide students with an opportunity to enter the radio and media professions. The event creates an interactive environment which enables aspiring speakers to express their opinions through its focus on authentic and real-time communication.
