The Vidhi Pragati National IP Moot Court Competition, 2026, was organised by the CIIPC IPR Chair, NLU Delhi, in collaboration with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India from 6-8th February, 2026.
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The inaugural ceremony was chaired by Prof. (Dr.) G. S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, NLU Delhi. The dais was also graced by Ms. Simrat Kaur, Director, DPIIT, representing the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from eminent law schools across the country. Following a rigorous memorial qualifier, 16 teams were shortlisted, culminating in a highly competitive and intellectually stimulating Final Round that showcased exceptional advocacy and research in the field of intellectual property law.
Final Round Judges:-
The Final Round was adjudicated by an eminent panel comprising:
* Hon’ble Ms. Justice Prathiba M. Singh, Judge, High Court of Delhi
* Prof. (Dr.) Raman Mittal, Professor, University of Delhi
* Mr. Essenese Obhan, Managing Partner, Obhan & Mason
* Ms. Sheja Ehtesham, Managing Partner, ALG Law Offices
* Ms. Sneha Jain, Partner, Saikrishna & Associates
Their incisive observations and deep expertise significantly enriched the quality of deliberations and learning during the competition.
Link:-Â https://www.youtube.com/live/oFh4LIHvpNQ?si=lHHlElwM6QzrhimY
Valedictory Ceremony:-
The event concluded with a dignified Valedictory Ceremony, chaired by Prof. (Dr.) Ruhi Paul, Registrar, National Law University Delhi, and graced by Hon’ble Ms. Justice Prathiba M. Singh as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was further honoured by the presence of Ms. Himani Pande, Additional Secretary, DPIIT, Guest of Honor, and Mr. Eashan Ghosh, IPR Chair Professor, NLU Delhi.
Link:-Â https://www.youtube.com/live/bQYk2m0lBmE?si=PHVxaLu-A-samDkv
Awards:-
* Winners: National Law School of India University, Bangalore
* 1st Runners-Up: Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai
* 2nd Runners-Up: Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur
* Best Speaker: Tarang Rathi, West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences
* Best Memorial: Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar
* Best Researcher: Sravanthi Nambirajan, National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi
The organisers extend heartfelt congratulations to all participating teams and winners for their outstanding performances, and express sincere gratitude to the judges, collaborators, and organising committee for making the Vidhi Pragati National IP Moot Court Competition, 2026, a memorable celebration of intellectual property law, advocacy, and academic excellence.