We are excited to invite you to participate in the 2nd National Legal Aid Policy Convention 2025, scheduled for 22- 23 March 2025, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
This pioneering event offers a unique platform for law students to develop innovative legal solutions aimed at empowering persons with disabilities (PwDs). It’s more than a competition—it’s a chance to challenge conventional thought, craft inclusive policies, and be part of the change that makes law truly accessible for everyone.

About School of Law, NMIMS Indore

Founded in 2017, the School of Law at NMIMS Indore has quickly established itself as a hub of academic excellence and social innovation. A constituent of the renowned Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), established in 1981, we pride ourselves on producing socially responsible leaders with legal expertise. Our students actively engage in dynamic legal debates, advocacy training, and socially impactful programs.

About SAMATVA

SAMATVA stands for equality, justice, and inclusion. From Lok Adalat awareness drives to street vendor legal support, prison outreach programs, and disability rights workshops, we take legal aid beyond the classroom and into the heart of communities. Our mission? To bridge the gap between legal rights and real-world justice while empowering marginalized groups.
SAMATVA’s relentless commitment earned recognition at SAMVAD 2024, a state-level consultation on disability rights organized by the Hon’ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh, MPSLSA, and UNICEF Bhopal, where our recommendations were taken into consideration for state policy reforms.

EVENT OBJECTIVES

This convention is designed to encourage law students to think beyond textbooks and courtroom strategies by:
Drafting policies that foster inclusion and accessibility for PwDs
Engaging in critical discussions with policymakers, experts, and disability rights activists.
Participating in public hearing to test the practicality of their policies before key stakeholders
It’s a journey to explore the nexus between law, policy, and justice—and perhaps even rewrite it!

COMPETITION STRUCTURE:

Preliminary Round: Written policy submissions
Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and Finals: Top 8 teams to present their policies before an esteemed jury with rebuttal rounds to challenge and defend policy ideas
Public Hearings with policymakers, legal experts, and PwDs

WHY JOIN?

Innovate Legal Solutions: Draft impactful policies addressing real-world issues
Engage with Experts: Interact with policymakers, advocates, and disability rights specialists
Public Hearings: Gain practical exposure through policy discussions with stakeholders
Recognition: Awards and accolades for top-performing teams. Furthermore, all participants would receive certificates of participation.

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to all undergraduate law students (5-year and 3-year LL.B. programs) from recognized universities and colleges across India.
Registration Details:
Registration Fee: ₹700 per team
Registration Deadline: 4th March 2025
Policy Submission Deadline: 4th March 2025
On-Campus Rounds: 22nd to 23rd March 2025
Prizes: Winner – ₹21,000 + Trophy | First Runners-Up – ₹11,000 + Trophy | Best Speaker (Policy Hearing) – ₹3,000 + Trophy
This is your chance to think differently, advocate boldly, and contribute meaningfully to shaping policies that empower persons with disabilities.
For queries or clarifications, feel free to contact us at samatva.solindore@nmims.edu. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation.
Together, let’s craft a world where justice knows no barriers!

Warm regards,
SAMATVA: The Legal Aid Society
School of Law, NMIMS Indore