The Women Development Cell of GEMS Arts and Science College organized a Short Story Competition as part of the International Women's Day Celebration 2026 themed The Colour Purple. The event was held on Friday, 13 March 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the Library Reading Room. The competition invited participants to write short stories with the slogan “Got the Words? Pen Them Down!”, encouraging creativity and literary expression. A total of 16 students, including the host students, participated in the competition, showcasing their storytelling skills in the Library Reading Room. The event aimed to foster women’s development and creative writing talent among the participants, celebrating International Women’s Day with literary expression aligned with the colour purple theme.