RECORDER REPORT

LAHORE: Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) is all set to hold Pakistan's first tech centered festival 'The MIX' on Saturday (today) at Alhamrah Auditorium, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

The MIX will engage the public through advancement and excitement of technology. It will be a 2-day extravaganza.

The MIX is jam packed with activities that include AR/VR, 3D gaming, Music, Food, Heritage, Health, Finance, Fashion, Media, Kids section, Digital Libraries, Art, Theater etc. Information and Culture Department of Punjab, Information Technology University Lahore and other companies are collaborating in this mega event. The food market will be powered by Hungerist and activated by SimSim, allowing you to pay through a digital wallet and enjoy major discounts. Mangobaaz will be hosting a list of activities on the event like a short film competition and an open mic session.

Patari will power gigs for the whole day which will include the likes of Mehdi Maloof, Shajie, SomeWhatSuper, Abid Brohi, Mughal-e-funk, Roots etc. The first day will conclude on cultural performance followed by a promotional activity by the cast of VERNA which included actress Mahira Khan and actor Haroon Shahid.

Chairman PITB, Dr. Umar Saif will be the keynote speaker. Another exciting highlight of the festival is the arrival of a delegation from Austin, Texas as part of PITB's Plan9-ATX-PAK program who will be joining in the festivities of The MIX. The entry is with ticket.