

The Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre (SADRC) at Faculty of Law, SGT University, Gurugram and the Centre for Panchayati Raj has announced the 1st edition of Dr Lalit Bhasin International Mediation Competition, 2026, themed 'Panchayat Samadhan: Grassroots Justice & Harmony'.
This competition is an academic initiative aimed at strengthening mediation advocacy with contemporary ADR principles.
The competition focuses on community-centric dispute resolution inspired by the Panchayat system, reformed through constitutional values, neutrality, gender sensitivity, and modern mediation ethics.
Competition details
Dates: April 10-11, 2026
Venue: SGT University, Gurugram
Mode: Offline
Registration Fee
Without Accommodation: ₹3,000 per team
With Accommodation: ₹4,000 per team
International Teams: USD 50
Winner: ₹50,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Runner-Up: ₹25,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Best Mediator: ₹10,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Best Client: ₹10,000 + Trophy + Certificate
Best Counsel: ₹10,000 + Trophy + Certificate