KIIT Legal Services Clinic

11/03/2026

We extend our sincere gratitude to our esteemed judges who presided over the Final Presentation Round of LEX PUBLICA – The PIL Drafting Challenge, conducted under KIIT Fest 9.0.

Their thoughtful evaluation, insightful questions, and valuable feedback during the presentations added great depth to the final round and made the experience truly enriching for all teams.

A heartfelt thank you to Prof. Faiz Ayat Ansari, Prof. Madhuri Meelee, and Prof. Shubhankar Biswal for their time and guidance. ✨

10/03/2026

The KIIT Legal Services Clinic , KIIT School of Law, successfully hosted ‘LEX PUBLICA – The PIL Drafting Challenge’ , on 6th - 7th March 2026 under the banner of KIIT Fest 9.0.

The event brought together students to explore how Public Interest Litigation and epistolary jurisdiction can serve as powerful tools to address issues of public concern. Through structured drafting, legal reasoning, and persuasive presentation, participants transformed complex social issues into meaningful legal arguments, reflecting the true spirit of public-spirited advocacy.

We are proud to recognise the outstanding teams whose submissions stood out after a competitive round of submissions and presentations before the judges panel:

Winners: Sanjeevan Bhuyan & Survi Patra
First Runner Up: Arman Behuria
Second Runner Up: Vaishnavi Tiwari & Silfa Mahanta
Best PIL: Aarav Mirza & Zulkar Khan

Congratulations to all the teams who brought thoughtful ideas and compelling arguments to the forefront of public interest advocacy!

10/03/2026

LEX PUBLICA – The PIL Drafting Challenge, organised by KIIT School of Law under KIIT Fest 9.0, highlighted the power of law as a tool for public interest and accessible justice.

Held on 6th–7th of March 2026, the competition featured two segments: PIL drafting for law students and letter writing under epistolary jurisdiction for non-law students.
The first day involved written submissions, where teams drafted their PILs or letters, followed by the final presentation round on the second day by the top 10 teams.

Conducted entirely offline without electronic devices or AI tools, the event encouraged participants to engage with social issues through research, reasoning, and meaningful advocacy.

27/02/2026

26/02/2026

Where law meets purpose.

KIIT School of Law proudly presents “LEX PUBLICA — The PIL Drafting Challenge”, as part of “KIITFEST 9.0: Pixels to Purpose”.

This is your arena to think critically, draft strategically, and address real public issues through the power of Public Interest Litigation.

📅 6th–7th March 2026
📍 KIIT School of Law, Campus 16
⏰ 11:00 AM onwards
🏆 Prize Pool: ₹20,000

Step forward. Draft with intent. Create impact.

Scan the QR code to register.

For queries:
VIJAYA — +91 6371976641

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22/02/2026

KIIT School of Law successfully organized the Inaugural Program of the DLSA Legal Aid Clinic on 20th February 2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening access to justice and legal awareness.

The program commenced with a Welcome Address by Dr. Pragyan Parimita Ray, Faculty Convenor, Legal Services Clinic, followed by a comprehensive presentation on the KIIT Legal Services Clinic by the KLSC Team, highlighting its initiatives and commitment to legal service.

A key highlight of the ceremony was the felicitation and inauguration of Prof. Faiz Ayat Ansari’s book, conducted by the Organizing Committee of the District Legal Services Authority, Khurda.

The gathering was further enriched by the addresses of Mr. Loknath Mohapatra, Director Legal Services; Prof. (Dr.) Raju K.D., Pro-Vice Chancellor; and Prof. Dr. N. L. Mitra, Professor Emeritus, who emphasized the vital role of legal aid institutions in ensuring equitable access to justice.

An insightful session on the POSH Act and gender-based violence was conducted by Ms. Manasi Parhi, focusing on legal safeguards and redressal mechanisms. Additionally, Ms. Amita Singh from Plan International unveiled IEC materials on child sexual abuse and discussed ongoing child protection interventions.

The program concluded with the formal inauguration of the Legal Aid Clinic by Ms. Salomi Sahu, Secretary, DLSA, Khurda, followed by the Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Shashank Nande, marking the successful commencement of this important institutional initiative.

Follow for more updates on legal awareness, outreach, and institutional initiatives.

11/01/2026

Legal Aid Awareness Week 2025 | Justice through Awareness
A week dedicated to promoting legal literacy, access to justice, and social responsibility. Grateful to everyone who contributed to making this initiative meaningful and impactful.

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22/11/2025

INTRA POSTER MAKING COMPETITION – WINNERS

🎨✨ Congratulations from the Legal Services Clinic!
Celebrating the winners of the Intra Poster Making Competition!
Your creativity, expression and impactful messaging shone through each submission.
Kudos to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for inspiring us with your artistry! 🌟🖼️

22/11/2025

🏆📚 Congratulations from the Legal Services Clinic!

Proudly presenting the Finalists of the Intra Quiz Competition - TC 006
Your preparation, quick thinking and determination made you stand out among many.
Well done to all four finalist

Announcing the Runner-Up of the Intra Quiz Competition – TC-010!
A big applause to Soumya Jha & Tishaa Nag for their sharp thinking and impressive performance.

Your knowledge and teamwork truly stood out! 🌟🔥

22/11/2025

1️⃣ BEST PIL PRESENTATION – TC-51

✨ Congratulations from the Legal Services Clinic! ✨
Presenting the Best PIL Presentation – TC-51!
A huge round of applause to Punit Bhura & Kripa Patodia for delivering an exceptional, impactful and well-structured presentation.
Your clarity, confidence and advocacy truly stood out. 🌟📜

2️⃣ BEST PIL DRAFT – TC-04

📜✨ Congratulations from the Legal Services Clinic!
Honouring the Best PIL Draft – TC-04!
Kudos to Sreyanshi Mitra & Tanisha Ghosh for crafting a precise, purposeful and compelling draft.
Your articulation of public interest issues was outstanding! 🌟⚖️

3️⃣ TOP 5 SUBMISSIONS – PIL DRAFTING COMPETITION

🌟 Congratulations from the Legal Services Clinic!🌟
Here are the Top 5 Submissions of the Intra PIL Drafting Competition!
Each team demonstrated exceptional research, clarity of thought and commitment to public interest.
We applaud your hard work, dedication and brilliance. 💼📜🔥

11/11/2025

5TH YEARS LEAVING A MARK 🔥🔥