Wissenaire is the annual techno-management fest of IIT Bhubaneswar, and one of the most awaited fests in Eastern India. The name ‘Wissenaire’ is a portmanteau of the German words ‘wissen’ meaning knowledge and ‘aire’ meaning free, thus signifying the power of knowledge that runs free. Usually held in the month of February, it is a three-day long extravaganza encompassing a multitude of events in the scientific, technical and managerial domains. With a well-rounded collection of competitions, workshops, exhibitions, quizzes and colloquia in the fields of programming, robotics, mechanics, aeronautics, designing, management and many others. Lectures by several distinguished luminaries from diverse spheres of education serve to inspire students to embark on a journey of technical excellence, creativity and innovation.