NUSRL Ranchi and IIM Ranchi to Host “Vidhan 2026”
A National-Level Public Policy Competition
The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi, is excited to announce the Second Edition of “Vidhan – The Policy Triathlon.” This national-level public policy competition is scheduled to take place on February 22, 2026, at the IIM Ranchi campus.
Objective of Vidhan 2026
Vidhan 2026 aims to foster interdisciplinary engagement with governance, law, economics, and public administration. The competition is designed to encourage students from various academic backgrounds to engage with real-world governance challenges through applied formats.
Institutional and Student-Society Collaboration
This event represents a structured collaboration between a National Law University and a premier management institute, bringing together students and academic societies from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. The competition is jointly organized by:
- Kautilya Society, NUSRL Ranchi
- Public Policy & Business Legality Club (Polytrics), IIM Ranchi
- The Economics Club (Paradox), IIM Ranchi
About Vidhan – The Policy Triathlon
Vidhan – The Policy Triathlon is conceived as an interdisciplinary policy simulation that moves beyond theoretical analysis. It assesses participants’ ability to respond to dynamic governance challenges. The competition focuses on evaluating how students engage with policy trade-offs, institutional constraints, and real-time decision-making scenarios that mirror actual policy environments.
Competition Structure
Vidhan 2026 will be conducted in three stages:
Stage I: Online Preliminary Quiz
This is an eliminatory screening round focused on public policy, governance, constitutional principles, economics, and decision-making.
Stage II: Position Paper Submission
Shortlisted teams will submit a position paper (250–300 words) on one of the notified contemporary policy themes. Submissions will be assessed on clarity of thought, analytical depth, normative reasoning, and policy coherence.
Position Paper Themes:
- Lateral Entry of Retired Judges into Executive and Legislative Roles – Reform or Risk?
- Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls: Constitutional Concerns and Democratic Implications
- Viksit Bharat 2047: Required Political, Administrative, and Judicial Reforms
Stage III: Live Policy Hackathon
Finalist teams will participate in a live policy hackathon involving scenario-based simulations, real-time governance problem-solving, and presentations before an expert jury.
Important Dates
- 3 February 2026: Registration Deadline
- 4 February 2026: Online Preliminary Quiz
- 9 February 2026: Position Paper Submission Deadline
- 10 February 2026: Announcement of teams for final rounds
- 22 February 2026: Final Offline Round at IIM Ranchi
Prizes and Opportunities
Participants will compete for a total prize pool of ₹45,000, along with access to Manupatra courses for selected teams. Additionally, winners may receive internship opportunities with the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, subject to availability and terms.
Academic and Knowledge Partners
The competition is supported by leading organizations in the field of law and public policy, including:
- Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy
- Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)
- Manupatra
- Think India
Registrations and Further Information
Detailed rules, timelines, and registration information are available via the official Linktree: Vidhan 2026 Registration.
Contact Details
For any inquiries, you can reach out to:
Kautilya Society, NUSRL Ranchi
Gaurav Kumar Mandal: gaurvkumar.mandal@nusrlranchi.ac.in
Aishwarya Singh: +91 8539829568
Public Policy & Business Legality Club (Polytrics), IIM Ranchi
Soham Mondal: +91 9531536783
Jiya Bhatia: +91 97557 35042
Conclusion
Vidhan 2026 aims to serve as a national platform for students to critically engage with public policy, design governance-oriented solutions, and contribute meaningfully to policy discourse in India.
Note: This article is intended to provide information about the upcoming competition and is not an official announcement.
