PES University Emerges Overall Champion at Xenia 2025

The students of PES University’s Department of Hospitality and Event Management showcased exceptional talent and professionalism at Xenia 2025, an intercollegiate hospitality competition hosted by Ramaiah University, Bengaluru, on 12th and 13th November 2025.

About Xenia 2025
Xenia is a premier platform for hospitality students to demonstrate their skills across multiple domains, including:

Front Office Operations
Housekeeping
Food & Beverage Service
Food Production
Hospitality Management

The two-day event featured an inaugural session, competitive rounds, and concluded with a valedictory and prize distribution ceremony.

PES University’s Stellar Performance

14 students represented PES University and participated in diverse competitions.
The team secured 10 individual and group awards, emerging as the Overall Champions of Xenia 2025.
Winners included Tarunika Raghu, Vinutha V K, Siri Joshi, Mohta Subhi Vedant, Anagha Bhat, Charmi Reddy, Gagana, Sohan, Sanketh, and Sharaangi, while Deeksha P and Disha Tivary were recognized as runners-up.

Key Highlights

Outstanding display of professional skills, creativity, and teamwork.
Exposure to industry standards and benchmarking against leading hospitality institutions.
Enhanced leadership, communication, and practical expertise among participants.

Why It Matters
Events like Xenia provide students with real-world learning experiences, preparing them for successful careers in hospitality and event management. PES University’s victory reflects its commitment to academic excellence and industry readiness.

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