The 1st KIIT Law School National Reel Making Competition has been a resounding success, igniting creativity and raising awareness about the fundamental laws that govern our land. Launched with the aim of educating the public on their rights and duties, the competition invited law students across India to craft engaging reels that translate complex legal concepts into accessible content for everyday citizens. With the release of the competition brochure in July and entries closing in August 2024, anticipation for the results reached its peak as the winners were unveiled in September.
This competition was not only about celebrating creativity but also empowering students to become educators and advocates of legal literacy. To incentivize their efforts, cash prizes were awarded, recognizing the participants’ hard work and dedication.
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the inaugural KIIT Law School National Reel Making Competition!
- 1st Prize: Mehak Rastogi from Galgotias University wowed the judges with her insightful and visually engaging reel that demystified complex legal principles.
- 2nd Prize: Nikita Shah from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda impressed with her compelling narrative style and strong legal messaging.
- 3rd Prize: Tamanna Biswas and Shrinagar Mishra from Symbiosis Law School, Nagpur shared the third spot for their creative collaboration that effectively captured the essence of legal aid.
Additionally, we are proud to present two Special Mentions for exceptional entries:
- Likhita Avare from Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad
- Yash Madan and Aditya Raj from NorthCap University, Gurugram
This year’s competition saw participation from 30 law schools across India, reflecting the nationwide enthusiasm for promoting legal awareness. A rigorous selection process was led by an esteemed panel of faculty judges: Mr. Prateek Mishra, Tulip Suman, Dr. Manisha Manaswini, and Dr. Hiranmaya Nanda. Out of the impressive entries, 7 reels were shortlisted
for an exciting round of online voting, allowing the public to engage and appreciate the students’ creative efforts.
The success of this competition would not have been possible without the support of our distinguished leaders:
- Our Honourable Founder, Prof. Dr. Achyuta Samanta
- Our Esteemed Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Saranjit Singh
- Our Respected Registrar, Prof. Dr. Jyana Ranjan Mohanty
- Our Dedicated Director, Prof. Dr. Rose Varghese
Their unwavering guidance and encouragement throughout this event have been instrumental in making it a reality. We also extend our deepest gratitude to the faculty members of the Legal Services Clinic of KIIT School of Law for their tireless work in organizing this competition.
This first-ever reel-making competition has not only showcased the talent and creativity of law students across the country but also laid the foundation for future efforts to promote legal literacy in innovative and accessible ways. We look forward to witnessing more remarkable work in the years to come!
