The Year of Inception
With the vision of Prof Narayan Murthy and vigor of students FootPrints was initiated. Then, it was paper presentation which witnessed around 30 participants.
FootPrints witnessed evident growth and soon became the most awaited fiesta. The participation graph showed a striking increase, crossing the 5000 mark in 2009. Furthermore, FootPrints expanded its horizons - pioneering technical events, seminars and workshops in its precincts.
The decade year
The participation number soared to the 10k mark. This year, interactive sessions were conducted by icons like Ajay Bhatt, co-inventor of USB.A famous vocalist mesmerized the 5700 audience during the pronite.
The year of furter impetus
Raising the bar each year, Footprints'11 gave a thrust to the innovative visions of the enthusiastic participants. The overwhelming response of the participants resulted in a recording footfall of 12000 and prizes worth 7.5 lakhs were awarded.
Upping the Ante
FootPrintsX2 witnessed a staggering participation of 15000 breaking all records and reaffirming its prominence of being Gujarat's largest technical festival. All departments witnessed tremendous enhancements with inclusion of avantgarde events.Unveiling the Unexpected
Witnessing international participation this year, FootPrintsX3 set up a benchmark the first ever event to launch its mobile network and Android application.
The year of expansion
FootPrints x4 gave a thrust to entertainment and fun element with Live BMX Show, Camp Fire, Jamming Sessions and the Technical section was boosted with workshops for Quadoopter and persistence of vision.
International identity
This year made FootPrints touch new horisons by its unfathomable success. It witnessed Guest Lectures by 4 renowed international personalities and jaw dropping techzibitions. Encouraging 23,000 participants, this year set new benchmarks to cross.FootPrints X6 reached new heights by conducting workshops by tech giants - Google and Mozilla. A new event Ballista was also introduced for the Mechanical engineers. Hosting 25,000 participants, it became the most sought after event of India.