3rd DNLU Conclave 2025 Concludes at Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur

Jabalpur, November 2, 2025 — The Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur successfully hosted the 3rd Edition of the DNLU Conclave 2025, a four-day event from October 30 to November 2, 2025, aimed at fostering synergy between academia and the legal profession.

The DNLU Conclave 2025 brought together an illustrious gathering of legal luminaries, academicians, and industry experts, providing students and professionals an invaluable platform for intellectual exchange and professional growth.

Vision and Leadership Behind the Conclave

The Conclave was organized by the Recruitment Coordination Committee (Batch of 2026) and the Internship Coordination Cell, under the guidance of:

Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Sinha, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar and Dean of Student Welfare, Mr. Shashank Pathak, Faculty In-Charge, Ms. Shruti Tiwari, Assistant Registrar & Placement Officer.

Their leadership ensured that the event aligned with DNLU’s mission of bridging theoretical knowledge with practical legal experience, preparing students for the evolving demands of the legal profession.

Distinguished Presence: Prof. (Dr.) N.L. Mitra

The Conclave was graced by Prof. (Dr.) N.L. Mitra, a distinguished legal luminary and renowned academician, who has served as the Founding Vice-Chancellor of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, and of National Law University, Jodhpur and Former Partner at Fox Mandal. With decades of contribution to legal education, institutional development, and policy reform, Prof. Mitra’s presence added immense value to the event and inspired students and faculty alike.

Insightful Panel Discussions and Interactive Sessions

The 3rd DNLU Conclave 2025 featured seven technical panel discussions and five interactive sessions on contemporary legal themes such as Sports Law, Data Protection Law, Corporate Law, Securities Law, Competition Law, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and Arbitration.

Eminent speakers included:

• Ms. Ankita Bharat Kumar (Chief Manager – HR, King Stubb & Kasiva)
• Ms. Athira T.S. (Associate Partner, King Stubb & Kasiva)
• Mr. Abhinav Shrivastava (Partner, LawNK)
• Ms. Saswati Soumya Sahu (Partner, ANB Legal)
• Ms. Swati Agarwal (Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.)
• Mr. Mathews Verghese (Partner, Fox Mandal & Associates)
• Mr. Devvrat Joshi (Associate Partner, Saikrishna & Associates)
• Mr. Kaushik Mukherjee (Partner, CMS IndusLaw)
• Mr. Saswat Mohanty (Partner Designate, Luthra & Luthra Law Offices),
• Mr. Manish Tully (Partner, Vaish Associates Advocates)
• Mr. Diviay Chadha (Partner, Singhania & Co.)
• Mr. Sambhav Ranka (Founding Partner, Aequitas Law Partners)
• Mr. Anchit Oswal (Partner, Khaitan & Co.)
• Mr. Panduranga Acharya (Counsel, Zepto)
• Ms. Smitha Chandrashekhar (Counsel, Harman International)
• Mr. Kartikeya Rawal (Director – Legal, Swiggy)
• Mr. Manas Kumar Chaudhuri (Partner, Khaitan & Co.)
• Mr. Pranav Satyam and Ms. Shalini Prasad (Partners, J. Sagar Associates)
• Mr. Anil Tewari (Partner, Hammurabi & Solomon Partners)
• Mr. Shahezad Kazi (Partner, SNR Associates)
• Mr. Aishwarya Kaushiq (Partner, BTG Advaya).

Sessions were moderated by Mr. Siddharth Singh, Ms. Samriddhi Seth, Mr. Vikhyaat Maheshwari, Ms. Apoorva Rathaur, Mr. Hemant Tewari, Mr. Anant Gupta, and Mr. Arjun Pandey, while Ms. Mihika Minda and Mr. Hanuwant provided media support.

Strategic Collaboration: MoU with Aequitas Law Partners

A key highlight of the Conclave was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Dharmashastra National Law University and Aequitas Law Partners to strengthen collaboration in legal education, research, and professional development.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Registrar, DNLU, and Mr. Sambhav Ranka, Founding Partner, Aequitas Law Partners.

This partnership marks a strategic step towards enhancing practical exposure and industry interaction for DNLU students.

Student Collaboration and Organizational Excellence

Reflecting DNLU’s commitment to a holistic legal learning environment, the Conclave was made possible through the dedicated efforts of students from the Recruitment Coordination Committee, Student Bar Association, and Media Committee, including:

Mr. Hemant Tewari, Ms. Apoorva Rathaur, Mr. Anant Gupta, Mr. Siddharth Singh, Mr. Vikhyaat Maheshwari, Mr. Abhinav Mishra, Mr. Viraj Lahane, Mr. Karn Kakodiya, Ms. Samriddhi Seth, Mr. Punendra Tiwari, Mr. Shriyansh Mishra, and Mr. Sameer Jat.

Looking Ahead

The 3rd DNLU Conclave 2025 stands as a testament to Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur’s unwavering commitment to nurturing academic excellence, professional preparedness, and industry collaboration in the field of law.

Through this flagship event, DNLU continues to strengthen its position as a hub for innovative legal education, where academia meets real-world practice, and where future legal professionals are shaped for global excellence.