Well, they are not as inclusive as us Blog Mela people, but it seems like an interesting contest for the many IIT alumnus and students (Hi, Gaurav!) can take part in. The cash prize is definitely higher, though I am not sure if ballot-stuffing and negative-campaigning is allowed :p Check out the URL below for more information on the contest.
Sulekha Saarang Blogging contest
Welcome to the All India Sulekha Saarang Blog Fest competition - the first of its kind!Posted by shanti at January 21, 2004 10:04 AMAre you a student studying in any institution around the world or an alumnae member of any of the IITs, you’ve hit the right place. Blog everyday on any of the subjects given below in more than 400 words and win GREAT PRIZES! There are prizes to be won everyday! What’s more, there is no limit to the number of entries you can make.
Your blog can be as witty as it can get, or a serious idea, a thought or a plot, a story or a strategy — could be anything that reflects your opinion, the way you look at things… SO start now and happy blogging!
*Contestants are requested to post their college name and city at the end of their blog.
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