Law College Dehradun concludes its 10th NMCC creating a Supreme Court-like scene on 11 October 2026. Justice Ashish Naithani, former judge of the Uttarakhand High Court, was the Chief Justice on the occasion, while Dehradun advocate T.S. Bindra, Advocate Gagan Oberoi of Oberoi Law Chambers, Chandigarh, Principal of Law College Dehradun Prof. Poonam Rawat and Dean of Law College Dehradun, Prof. Rajesh Bahununa, served as judges. The competition debated one of the most contemporary issues, challenging the blocking of digital platforms, criminal proceedings, restrictions on peaceful protests, and the validity of government assurances. Compelling arguments was presented under Articles 19, 21, and 22 including various sections of the IT Act and the NSA.
President Jitender Joshi stated that the 10th edition of moot court competition was notable in many respects, including the participation of 90 universities from 15 states, the delivery of judgments by 51 judges, and the creation of 39 courts.
Justice Ashish Naithani stated that the coordination of rights and duties is the true spirit of the Constitution's founding fathers. The petition addressed an important and sensitive issue, while the participants effectively presented the arguments with compelling facts.
Advocate T.S. Bindra averred that the field of law holds immense potential that, even AI will not be able to impact the supremacy of this field. Prof. Rajesh Bahuguna, Advocate Gagan Oberoi, and Dr. Poonam Rawat also addressed the program. The program was conducted by the students of the Moot Court Society, led by Dr. Aishwarya Singh.
