Assam down town University hosted a Poster Competition as part of LUMOS 2026 under the Techno Management Fest 2026, organised by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the competition was centred around the theme “Social Media Addiction: Are We Connected or Trapped?”, encouraging participants to explore the impact of digital connectivity on individuals and society through creative visual expression.

The competition witnessed the participation of 17 students, including six internal participants and 11 external participants from different institutions. Through posters and visual illustrations, participants presented thought-provoking perspectives on social media addiction, digital dependency, online isolation, mental health and the changing nature of human relationships. Their creative interpretations highlighted the fine line between staying connected in the virtual world and becoming disconnected from real-life experiences.

Participants were evaluated on the basis of creativity, originality, relevance to the theme, visual presentation and clarity of communication. The competition also offered an opportunity for participants to reflect on their digital habits while engaging with diverse perspectives through art and visual storytelling.

The event successfully brought together young creative minds to address a pressing contemporary issue, demonstrating how art can go beyond aesthetics to inspire awareness and meaningful conversations.