Assam down town University organised The Solo Stage – Mono Acting Competition as part of LUMOS 2026 under the Techno Management Fest 2026, organised by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the competition provided a platform for aspiring performers to showcase their acting skills, creativity, stage presence and individual expression through mono acting.

The event witnessed the participation of 18 students, including 15 external participants and three students from Assam down town University, representing various colleges and universities. Through their individual performances, participants explored thought-provoking themes such as floods and their impact on society, the capabilities of visually impaired individuals, sexual harassment, animal behaviour and social responsibility. 

The competition was judged by Mr. Hemanta Rajkonwar, a distinguished actor, director and designer associated with the Assamese theatre industry. Participants were evaluated on their acting skills, character portrayal, voice modulation, expressions, creativity, stage presence and overall performance.

Following the evaluation, Kabyashree Hazarika of Handique Girls' College secured the first position, followed by Sahin Sultana of Cotton University in second place and Chani Kakati of Royal Global University in third place.

The competition served as an engaging platform for emerging performers to express their artistic abilities, build confidence and explore theatre as a medium of creative and social expression, adding another meaningful dimension to the celebrations of LUMOS 2026.