SaMMsCRIthi

saMMsCRIthi is the annual fest of Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, Mysore. It is conducted at Jeevarayana Katte Grounds, popularly known as J.K. Grounds.

History
The event, a cultural extravaganza, has been known by various names since its inception in the year 2000. It was called InFest, Parivartan 2010, Abhivyakth 2011, etc. before it was decided in 2012 that the festival would be permanently named saMMsCRIthi reflecting the college name within.

Significance
This festival attracts crowds during the Mysore Dasara. It functions as an awareness drive for health and illnesses. It is the second largest festival among medical schools in the state of Karnataka, and witnesses participation from all the medical colleges of the state.

Theme
Every year, a theme is chosen for the festival. In 2014, the theme was Diabetes Mellitus. In 2015, it is organ donation.